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Are You Unknowingly Enabling a Power Grabber? A Guide to Self-Awareness & Repentance (Part 4)
Disclaimer This reflection is based on my experiences in leadership coaching, spiritual direction, and ministry, as well as on biblical...
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Are You a Power Grabber in the Church? A Biblical Self-Assessment (Part 3)
Disclaimer This reflection is based on my experiences in leadership coaching, spiritual direction, and ministry, as well as on biblical...
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Avoiding Power Grabs in Church Leadership During Transition (Part 2)
Disclaimer This reflection is based on my experiences in leadership coaching, spiritual direction, and ministry, as well as on biblical...
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Recognizing a Power Grab in Your Church: A Guide for Churches in Transition (Part 1)
Disclaimer This reflection is based on my experiences in leadership coaching, spiritual direction, and ministry, as well as on biblical...
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Unseen Limits: Embracing the Power of Authentic Leadership
Leadership isn't just about authority; it's about forging connections and knowing when to step back.
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Why Every Church Needs an Interim Pastor: Understanding the Benefits, Overcoming Obstacles, and Avoiding Dangers
Every church faces pivotal moments that shape its future. One significant moment is the transition between pastors.
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Activating Spiritual Growth: Moving Beyond Passive Learning in Churches
The truth is, when I show up, my primary purpose is creating space for the real Teacher to show up..
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How To Prepare and Engage the Next Generation
We live in a time when seniors (ages 60 and up) are losing their voice and influence in the church, and when this happens, everyone loses.
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Rising Above: Navigating Male Opposition in Unsupportive Church Environments
Finding mentors can play a pivotal role in your journey.
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Unveiling Your Strength: Navigating the Journey of Purpose, Overcoming Obstacles, and Embracing Uniqueness as a Christian Woman
In a world full of distractions and challenges, many Christian women find themselves seeking clarity in their purpose.
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A Vision about Leadership
Disclaimer: The content of this post is based entirely on the vision of Shane Pippen and is shared here with his permission. It is not...
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Podcast: Guest: Jessica Dixon, CEO Modesty Image
Check out my podcast on YouTube, where I have a soul-filled conversation with CEO Jessica Dixon. We discuss her business Modesty Image,...
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A Broken Church: Understanding the Reasons a Church Might Get Sued
I recently saw a Facebook post asking, “Should a person sue a church?” The person answered their question, citing that a person should...
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The Solution To The World's Problems
I recently watched a video that featured Mrs. Michelle Obama sharing about the Girls Opportunity Alliance, an organization to empower...
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"The Impact of the Oppression of Women in the Church: A Personal Reflection"
Karla McLaren explores the complicated nature of anger. She says that the message of anger is “protection and restoration".
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"The Transformative Power of Discipleship: Personal Reflections and Lessons Learned"
Recently, I listened to a sermon about Discipleship, which caused me to reflect on the times in my life when I have been discipled and...
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"How Can You Turn Your Valley of Baca into a Well of Hope? Exploring Psalm 84:6a"
Have you ever experienced a profound revelation while engaging in a spiritual practice? That's exactly what happened to me while...
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Experiencing the Power of Silence in Worship
I do this in my personal time with God, and I do this in a worship service……I take a pause from my words of worship and I close my eyes...
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Breaking Barriers: Meet the First Woman to Preach at the National Baptist Convention
On Tuesday, January 23, history was made at the National Baptist Convention. The Rev. Dr. Gina Stewart became the first woman to preach...
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Igniting Change Through Thought-Provoking Conversations on a Podcast
Welcome to the Joycelyn Ignites Blog! Today, I am excited to dive into the world of podcasting and explore how thought-provoking...
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