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Episode 93: Five Obstacles to Pursuing Your Purpose

Episode 93: Five Obstacles to Pursuing Your Purpose

by Esther Littlefield | Identity & Purpose, Leadership Podcast

Are there obstacles that are holding you back from pursuing your purpose or the calling or dream you have sensed God has placed on your heart? The good news is that these obstacles do not have to stop you. Subscribe to the podcast here This post contains affiliate...
Episode 86: When Unexpected Life Circumstances Force You to Simplify with Elissa Joy Watts

Episode 86: When Unexpected Life Circumstances Force You to Simplify with Elissa Joy Watts

by Esther Littlefield | Identity & Purpose, Leadership Podcast, Wellness

Sometimes simplifying your life happens by choice; other times, life circumstances force you to find a new way of living. And it’s when you let go of the illusion of control that you can truly understand what it means to trust God completely. Subscribe to the podcast...
Episode 83: When God Shifts Your Path Into the Unknown with Tembi Secrist – A Leader’s Journey Around the World Part 1

Episode 83: When God Shifts Your Path Into the Unknown with Tembi Secrist – A Leader’s Journey Around the World Part 1

by Esther Littlefield | Identity & Purpose, Leadership, Leadership Podcast

Tembi Secrist always thought she would be a missionary in an impoverished country. But instead, God took her into a career in government where she continued to advance into leadership roles… until one day when everything shifted, and she sensed God calling her...
Episode 82: Three Shifts You Need to Make as a Christian Leader and How to Make Them

Episode 82: Three Shifts You Need to Make as a Christian Leader and How to Make Them

by Esther Littlefield | Identity & Purpose, Leadership, Leadership Podcast

Sometimes the smallest shift can make a world of difference. And as a leader, there are times when you need to make a shift in your life or leadership so that you can become more effective and fulfill your purpose. Subscribe to the podcast here This post contains...
Episode 71: Gaining Clarity Around Your Calling with Stefanie Gass

Episode 71: Gaining Clarity Around Your Calling with Stefanie Gass

by Esther Littlefield | Business, Identity & Purpose, Leadership Podcast

How do you get clarity on your purpose? What if you feel stuck? How do you handle the fear that comes with stepping out of your comfort zone? What do you do when everything you’ve built your identity around starts to crumble?  Subscribe to the podcast here This post...
Episode 66: From Reluctant Leader to Founder of a Thriving Community with Lori Wilhite [Friendship Series]

Episode 66: From Reluctant Leader to Founder of a Thriving Community with Lori Wilhite [Friendship Series]

by Esther Littlefield | Identity & Purpose, Leadership, Leadership Podcast

Do you feel like a reluctant leader sometimes? How can you start embracing your leadership role instead of running from it? And what’s the best thing to do when you’re lonely in leadership?  Subscribe to the podcast here This post contains affiliate links, which means...
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I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a pastor’s wife, mom of a spirited child, business owner and active leader in my church. I love leading women’s Bible studies, missions trips, marriage retreats (alongside my husband), and my business team. My hope is that this site will help you embrace your God-given gifts and lead with confidence.

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My thoughts on this season we are in... In just o My thoughts on this season we are in... In just over a week, the US election is going to happen. And in the days that follow, there's going to be a large percentage of people celebrating and gloating in their victory. Another large percentage are going to be despairing and devastated over a loss.... probably even angry. And the Christians... where will we be in this mix? Will we be gloating if our preferred candidate wins? Will we be despairing if that candidate loses? Will will be making prideful comments or angry comments? Or will we somehow find the grace, love, and kindness that should identify us all the time... and use it in our communication with our friends, family, and on social media? If our response to this election (both before and after) does not look any different than those who don't put their faith in Christ, then perhaps our hope and faith isn't really in Him, after all. Perhaps we're putting our trust in a country, a political system or political party, rather than knowing that the ONLY hope for this world is Christ. And that hope does not get delivered by a government favorable to our particular wishes... it doesn't get delivered through grasping onto our personal rights... it doesn't come by insisting that others live according to our beliefs. That hope comes through God's people; the church... that's us. It comes through the love that people see in us, in how we lie our lives, and how we treat others. THAT is how our country and our world will be transformed.
Tonight I'm putting the finishing touches on a tal Tonight I'm putting the finishing touches on a talk I'm giving tomorrow for the Women in Small Churches Conference. I'm honored and excited to be a part of this amazing event specially for women in small churches! If you're a woman leading in any way in a small church, I'd love to invite you to join us for this 2 day virtual event. I can tell you that the speaker lineup is amazing and the event is going to be full of practical and helpful talks and resources! And it's totally free to attend live, with the option to purchase a pass to keep all the content later on. Check it out here and grab your ticket tonight ---> https://estherlittlefield.com/smallchurch (link in bio) My session is happening at 1pm Eastern tomorrow, and there are so many other incredible sessions as well. It’s possible to lead with confidence and joy - come join us!
Why do so many of us have an integrity gap? One r Why do so many of us have an integrity gap? One reason is because we are not perfect. But another reason is that we do not have a space where it's safe and normal to share our struggles. So instead of being honest about where we are weak, we hide it and keep it to ourselves. Take a listen to what @terramattson has to say about this, and then be sure to check out the full episode. We dive into so many important aspects of integrity, finding safe people, speaking up when it's hard, and much more. Listen to the Christian Woman Leadership Podcast on your favorite podcast app or at EstherLittlefield.com/episode121. After you listen, I’d love to hear what stood out to you from this convo!
On the podcast this week, Holly and I answered the On the podcast this week, Holly and I answered the question: what’s your favorite part about fall? So we’d love to hear from you! What do you love about this time of year? And also, are you pro Pumpkin Spice everything it not?
As a trained social worker, I've always been conce As a trained social worker, I've always been concerned about mental health. And for most of my life, I've heard almost nothing about mental health within the church. That's why I was so excited to connect with Laura Howe of Hope Made Strong. She was a guest on my podcast last year and shared valuable insights into issues like burnout and compassion fatigue. Now she's put together a free summit happening tomorrow (Oct. 10th) which happens to be World Mental Health Day. The summit brings together kingdom-minded practitioners and industry leaders to equip you to support the mental health issues facing ministry leaders, churches and communities. Check it out and get a free ticket here: estherlittlefield.com/mentalhealth (link in bio) I am so excited about the content being offered in this summit and I know it will help grow your ability to lead well.
Do you want to learn how to hear God’s voice in Do you want to learn how to hear God’s voice in your everyday life? Check out Jenny Randle’s new book, Getting to Know God’s Voice! https://amzn.to/3jJUlMe I’m starting it now - wanna join me? #gettingtoknowGodsvoice #afflink
At the very last minute, I figured out that I coul At the very last minute, I figured out that I could attend the Spark Christian Podcast Conference in February of this year. And I was blessed to be matched up as a roommate with another speaker who was attending the conference: Connie Albers. But it's always a little nerve wracking when you're going to a conference and rooming with someone you don't know... especially as an introvert. If you don't get along, there's no escape! Thankfully, God knew what he was doing when he matched us up, and Connie and I hit it off right away. Soon I found out that she had written a book: Parenting Beyond the Rules, and she was the mom of 5 (now adult) kids. Connie offered me a lot of encouragement and wisdom in our short time together, and I helped her with some website issues she was having. I'm thrilled to share that she was our guest on the Christian Woman Leadership Podcast—episode 119. Yes, we're talking specifically about raising teenagers, but it's one of those episodes that has lots of application value to any leadership role... even beyond parenting teens. I hope you'll take a listen and once you do, be sure to come back here and share your takeaways! @conniealbers
There’s not much I love more than seeing women f There’s not much I love more than seeing women falling in love with Jesus and then using their gifts and talents to fulfill their God-given purpose. That’s one of the reasons I put together my Confident Leader Catalyst program. I spent years living with insecurity and I was unsure if I was actually a leader. But even after I discovered how to walk with (God-given) confidence and even the courage to step out and do scary things, there was something else that held me back: a lack of clarity. I lacked clarity about my purpose… about how I could best use my gifts and passions (or even what those were)... and about how or where to step out and speak up. 🤷🏼‍♀️ And this led me to spend most of my time doing things that drained me and feeling completely stuck and confused. And this is the problem that the Confident Leader Catalyst is designed to help you overcome. 🛑 You don’t have to spend years being confused about your calling. 🛑 It’s not necessary to spend money on resources that are based on worldly principles rather than Biblical truth. 🛑 And you don’t have to do this in a vacuum--all alone trying to determine your gifts, personality, and abilities. I’m taking everything I’ve learned over the past several years about how to get clarity, as well as how to walk with God-given confidence and have the courage to step into your calling and sharing it inside of the Confident Leader Catalyst. In this 8-week course, you’ll learn how to: 👉 Develop confidence rooted in unchanging Biblical truth (rather than relying on yourself) 👉 Shift your understanding of purpose so you can stop wondering what you’re supposed to do with your life 👉 Clarify your unique purpose and maximize your impact in the world 👉 Embrace your gifts & personality and use them to benefit others and bring glory to God 👉 Lead others effectively Learn more and join us at confidentleadercatalyst.com (link in bio).
“This isn’t about you—get over yourself.” “This isn’t about you—get over yourself.” Sometimes when we sense God speaking to us, we are afraid to step out because we’re making it about us. But @jenny.randle reminds us in this episode that hearing God’s voice and following the Spirit’s guidance isn’t about us at all... Take a listen to this powerful reminder from Jenny and then check out the full episode for more. We cover why it’s hard to hear God’s voice, the reasons we need to as leaders, what a healthy theology of the Holy Spirit looks like, how to make those big life decisions and much more. Have you listened? Did you have a key takeaway? I’d love to know!
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