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Connect with Jennifer Spivey
As of Tuesday April 14, I am returning to my weekly blog at https://jenniferwspivey.org and my weekly podcast here. I'll be speaking with y'all and recording my thoughts on life, leadership, ministry and transition – I'm excited to connect with you! Blogs will post on Tuesdays at 10:00am EST, and podcasts will post on Thursdays at 10:00am EST. Come along with me on the journey, friend!
Episodes
- Connect with Jennifer Spivey
Stop Doing Ministry Alone!
Christian Leadership Collaboration: The Catch Is Too Big for One Boat | Stop Doing Ministry AloneWhat if the next step in your calling isn't doing more…
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Stop Waiting - Let's Go!
God Called You. Now Do It! | Stop Waiting and Take the Next StepGod has entrusted you with gifts, wisdom, experience, and influence for a reason. So what are…
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You are in Training!
You are being trained for greater works. Welcome to the final episode of our Preparing for Greater Works series! Over the last several weeks, we’ve talked…
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God Has No Limits! (but the devil does)
The devil has limits. But God does not. Welcome to Part Four of our Preparing for Greater Works series! So far, we’ve talked about seeking the Lord early…
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You Don't Have to Know Everything
You don’t know what you don’t know. To be honest? Neither do I. Welcome to Part Three of our Preparing for Greater Works series! In Part One, we talked about…
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How Long Do You Have to Seek the Lord?
How long should we seek the Lord? Until He comes. Welcome to Part Two of our Preparing for Greater Works series! In our first conversation, we talked about the…
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Seek the Lord Early - Don't Wait for a Crisis!
What if seeking the Lord wasn’t simply our emergency response—but our daily rhythm? Welcome to the first episode in our new Preparing for Greater Works series!…
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Whose Expectations Are You Following?
What does God actually expect from a pastor’s wife? If you’re a pastor’s wife, you probably don’t have to look very far to find a list of expectations. Some…
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You Can Have Friends, BUT -
Can a pastor’s wife have friends?Absolutely.But what happens when a friendship changes because the season changes?In this episode of the Connect Podcast…
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What is the Friendship Changes?
What happens when a friendship that once meant so much to you changes—or ends? In this episode of the Connect Podcast, Jennifer Spivey talks honestly about one…
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Can a Pastor's Wife Have Friends? Yes - and You Need Them!
Can a pastor’s wife have friends? YES! And not only can she have friends—she needs them. In this episode of the Connect Podcast, Jennifer talks honestly about…
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You Are Not "In Trouble". -God's correction is for your protection!
What if God’s correction isn’t rejection—but protection?In this episode of the Connect Podcast, Jennifer Spivey, founder of Connect Mentoring Network, explores…
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Fasting: Not What You Think
What comes to mind when you hear the word fasting? A 40-day fast? Going without food? Something only “super spiritual” Christians do? Many believers avoid…
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More Than Tables: Why Jesus was Angry
Have you ever wondered if God is disappointed in you when you struggle? Many of us understand that God loves us, but we still wrestle with the question: “What…
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Feeling Overwhelmed? This Tool Will Bring You Peace!
Have you ever reached the end of the day feeling busy—but not necessarily intentional? In this episode of the Connect Podcast, Jennifer Spivey explores the…
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Find Your People!
Have you ever longed for deeper Christian friendships but didn’t know how to begin? In this episode of the Connect Podcast, Jennifer Spivey explores God’s…
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No Middleman Needed
God Offered His Voice—and That Invitation Still Stands Today!Many believers quietly drift into a pattern of indirect spirituality—hearing about God, but not…
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Stop Helping So Much!
The Goal of Leadership Is Release, Not RetentionMost leaders don’t intend to create dependency—but it can happen slowly over time. What starts as helpful…
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Ministry Burnout Starts Here
Why Ministry Activity Can Never Replace Intimacy with GodHave you ever found yourself doing more for God than spending time with God?Many ministry leaders…
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Peacemaker or Peacekeeper? Handling Conflict Well!
Conflict Is Not Always Sin | Biblical View of Conflict in RelationshipsHave you ever assumed that if there is conflict in a relationship, something must be…
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Trust God More!
Do you trust God less than you trust your laundry detergent?It may sound like an unusual question, but a simple phrase on a product label challenged me to…
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Leadership Checklist
What does biblical leadership actually look like in everyday life?In this episode of the Connect Mentoring Network podcast, we walk through a Biblical…
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Forgiveness After Betrayal
Forgiveness after betrayal trauma can feel impossible.When someone you trusted deeply wounds you, the pain can leave you wrestling with anger, confusion…
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Betrayal is NOT the End of Your Story
Healing from betrayal trauma can feel impossible when trust has been shattered and the pain runs deep. In this episode, Jennifer talks honestly about betrayal…
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Healing from Betrayal
Betrayal trauma can leave you feeling isolated, confused, and emotionally overwhelmed — especially when it comes from someone you deeply trusted.In this…
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3 Biblical Leaders We Can Follow
What if the Bible actually gave you a leadership cheat sheet? In this episode of the Connect Podcast, we’re looking at three powerful biblical leaders—Moses…
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You are a Leader
What does biblical leadership actually look like—and how do you know if you’re already walking in it? In today’s culture, leadership is often defined by…
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Transitions Bonus Episode: When People Don't Go With You, Trust God
Not everyone will go with you into your next season—and that can be one of the hardest parts of transition. In this episode, Jennifer Spivey shares a personal…
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6. Pass the Baton, Transition With Grace
In this final episode of the Healthy Ministry Transitions series, we explore what it truly means to pass the baton with grace and purpose. Transitions can stir…
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5. Healthy Ministry Transitions: Holding Lightly, Trusting Deeply
In this episode, we dive deep into what healthy ministry transition really looks like—emotionally, spiritually, and practically. This conversation explores: •…
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4. Healthy Ministry Transitions: Signs it may be Time to Leave
Are you sensing a shift in your ministry season? In this episode, we explore the key signs it may be time to leave a ministry position — and how to discern…
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3. How to Navigate Leadership Change Successfully | Grace, Growth & God’s Timing
How to Navigate Leadership Change Successfully | Grace, Growth & God’s Timing Description: Leadership change is one of the most tender and important…
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2. Obedience in Ministry Transitions Is Not Betrayal | How to Move Into Your Next Assignment with Confidence
Obedience in Ministry Transitions Is Not Betrayal | How to Move Into Your Next Assignment with Confidence Description: Obedience in ministry transitions can…
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1. The Heart of Healthy Ministry Transitions | Navigating Change With Confidence, Wisdom & Peace
The Heart of Healthy Ministry Transitions | Navigating Change With Confidence, Wisdom & Peace Description: Healthy ministry transitions are possible — and…
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How to Set Boundaries: How-To
Welcome to the Connect Podcast with Jennifer Spivey! Today we’re diving into the how-to of setting boundaries — with grace, confidence, and the guidance of the…
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How to Set Boundaries 1: What, Why and Where
Welcome to the Connect Podcast! In today’s episode, How to Set Boundaries as a Christian Woman (Part 1), we’re diving into what boundaries really are, why…
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Bible Verses for Women 3
Uplifting Bible Verses for Women 3: Finding Peace and Trust in God Feeling overwhelmed by life’s responsibilities? In this episode of the Connect Podcast, I…
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Encouraging Bible Verses for Women 2
Welcome back to the Connect podcast, friends! In this episode, we’re exploring 3 uplifting Bible verses for women that remind you of your God-given worth…
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2025 Was That Year For Me
This episode is a little different. More reflection than teaching. More heart than structure. 2025 was that year for me—the kind where joy and grief overlap…
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In the Middle 5: Trusting the Faithfulness of God
The middle season can feel heavy and lonely, but God is faithful through it all. In this final episode of our “In the Middle” series, Jennifer Spivey…
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Encouraging Bible Verses for Women 1
Welcome to The Connect Podcast with Jennifer Spivey! Today we’re talking about finding faith, strength, and peace in those “in-between” seasons of life — the…
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Reflections vs Resolutions 3
January is loud. Planners. Pressure. The urge to move fast and start strong.On this week’s episode of the Connect Podcast, we’re talking about why hurry is…
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Reflections Over Resolutions 2
Still in the first month of the new year—and already feeling the pressure to do more or be more? What if the invitation this year isn’t to become more…
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Reflection over Resolution
As we step into a new year, so many of us feel the pressure to set resolutions—to do better, be better, try harder. But what if God is inviting us into…
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In the Middle 4: How God Restores through the Process
Restoration often begins inside us long before circumstances change. In this episode, Jennifer Spivey dives into the middle seasons of life, showing how God…
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In the Middle 2: When Good Friends Miss the Mark
In this episode of In the Middle, we’re taking a deeper look at Job’s friends — the ones who meant well but completely missed the mark. Their intentions…
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In the Middle 1: Friendship, Comfort and the Truth
Join us on the latest episode of the Connect Mentoring Network as we dive into the powerful truth of Proverbs 27:6 — “Faithful are the wounds of a friend.” In…
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Ministry Without Competition: Speaking the Truth in Love
Have you ever said, “I’m just being real” or “I’m speaking the truth in love”? We’ve all been there — but sometimes what we call truth is really frustration…
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Ministry Without Competition: Freedom from Condemnation
We were never meant to live under guilt, pressure, or the need to perform. God didn’t design ministry to be a checklist — He designed it to flow out of a love…
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Ministry Without Competition 2: Don't Leave a Critical Gap in the Faith!
It only took one generation for faith to fade. After Joshua and his people experienced the miracles of God, the next generation “did not know the Lord.”…
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Ministry Without Competition 1: Engage in Bold Mentorship
When we refuse to compete, we make room for Kingdom multiplication. From Jethro and Moses to Paul and Timothy, God’s work has always advanced through mentoring…
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Activate Abundance 4: Refuse to Compete
Competition has no place in the Body of Christ. In this episode of the Connect Podcast, Jennifer Spivey unpacks why rivalry and comparison steal our joy—and…
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Collaboration: Share Share Share!
Unlock the power of collaboration in the Body of Christ! In this episode of our Activate Abundance series, we’re talking about why working together matters…
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Speak Life
In today’s conversation—“Speak Life”—we’re diving into Zechariah 4 and the story of Zerubbabel’s plumb line. This simple tool carried a powerful message: God…
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Activate Abundance: Pray for Others’ Success
Want to unlock more blessings in your life? It starts with praying for—and celebrating—the success of others! In this first episode, we explore how generosity…
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Need Relief from Anxiety? Discover What Psalm 46:10 Really Means
Psalm 46:10 is one of the most quoted verses in the Bible: “Be still and know that I am God.” But what does it really mean? In this episode, Jennifer Spivey…
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Start the Clap
What if someone else’s success didn’t take anything away from you? What if it actually multiplied your joy?In this episode, Jennifer shares a sweet story from…
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No Competition
In the Kingdom of God, there is no competition—only collaboration.What God pours into your net is meant to overflow into others. When we cheer each other on…
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Don't Hide from Your Hiding Place!
“We can’t carry one another’s burdens if we keep them hidden.” Openness is hard, but it’s also the pathway to healing, fellowship, and freedom. In this week’s…
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Bearing One Another's Burdens: It's a Two-Way Street!
Join Jennifer as she talks about Galatians 6:2, bearing one another's burdens and so fulfilling the law of Christ. This verse is both comfort and conviction to…