Podcast appearances and mentions of jo saxton

A quick survey of Jo Saxton's life would tell you that she is deeply passionate about developing leaders. Whether it's through speaking, her leadership of the Ezer Collective and Bethel University's “The 25,” her podcast or her books, her mission is easy to see. Fresh off the stage at the 2024 Global Leadership Summit, she sat down with Jason Jaggard to talk about her work, and shared wisdom on what young leaders bring to the workplace and how seasoned leaders can engage this emerging generation.

Leaders, you running on empty? Exhaustion, overcommitment, and urgency culture are driving burnout (and you're like tell me something new!). On this episode, Jenn Whitmer and Shelby Merryweather reflect on podcasts with Jo Saxton about why leaders keep pushing past their limits and how we can break the cycle. Here's the goods: - How do you lead like a human? Use the HALT method - The tyranny of urgency derails focus - Overworking isn't leading - Diagnosing overwhelm is the key - The Enneagram's role in how leaders manage stress - How to reset before burnout takes over If you've ever skipped lunch (like all the time), sacrificed sleep, or felt pressure to “just keep going,” this episode is for you. Listen now and take back control of your leadership. Links/ Resources: Connect with Jo Saxton: joesaxton.com https://joesaxton.com/ Highly recommend “Cup of Jo!” Podcast: *Lead Stories Podcast* https://www.leadstoriespodcast.com/ The Free 99 Step: Joyosity Explorer Map http://jennwhitmer.com/joyosity-explorer will guide you to understanding the deeper purpose and story you tell yourself about your work. Joy is linked to purpose and productivity increases by 20% or more when you directly link your purpose to your work. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity Jumpstart https://jennwhitmer.com/jumpstart If you're ready to stop leading from survival mode and lead with connection and joy, the Joyosity™ Jumpstart Session https://jennwhitmer.acemlnb.com/lt.php?x=3TxtmrUFUqPUT55qA3P3hOdr~a-jjAT0w-xlk5HEIFnKDXV8y_xGh.ae3HVViwBfx1K2Z5UWKXOd954KzNLKUr is for you. Clarify what you want, where you are, and what's getting in the way so you can make a real plan. Only one spot remains. Ready to Dive In: 1:1 Joyosity Leadership Intensive http://jennwhitmer.com/intensive Work on your leadership stories, mindset, values, and alignment with Jenn 1:1 when it fits your schedule. These are on hold. But you can join the waitlist.

Joy isn't light and fluffy. Joy has deep roots. And you desperately need that kind of leadership right now: for yourself. How do leaders sustain joy, avoid burnout, and make strategic decisions in an overwhelming world? In this episode of The Joyosity Podcast, leadership expert Jo Saxton returns to explore the long-term chess moves leaders need to make in their lives and organizations. We discuss: Why joy isn't light and fluffy. Jenn talks about it like lavender, thriving in rocky soil. How deep roots in leadership come from mental, emotional, and physical well-being. The power of identifying your joy drains and joy fillers to lead effectively. Jo gives five practical strategies to cut through distraction and make intentional leadership choices. If you're feeling stretched thin, this conversation will give you tangible ways to refocus and lead from a place of strength. And just know the feeling of feeling seen in the difficulty. You are not alone. Here's what we talked about: Our present leadership moment When leading is hard you need joy, rooted joy. Leadership starts by leading yourself first The five areas to start with as a leader How to manage distractions and drains Links/ Resources: Connect with Jo Saxton: joesaxton.com Highly recommend “Cup of Jo!” Podcast: Lead Stories Podcast https://www.leadstoriespodcast.com/ The Free 99 Step: Joyosity Explorer Map will guide you to understanding the deeper purpose and story you tell yourself about your work. Joy is linked to purpose and productivity increases by 20% or more when you directly link your purpose to your work. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity Jumpstart If you're ready to stop leading from survival mode and lead with connection and joy, the Joyosity™ Jumpstart Session is for you. Clarify what you want, where you are, and what's getting in the way so you can make a real plan. Only three spots remain. Ready to Dive In: 1:1 Joyosity Leadership Intensive http://jennwhitmer.com/intensive Work on your leadership stories, mindset, values, and alignment with Jenn 1:1 when it fits your schedule. These are on hold. But you can join the waitlist.

Are you leading or just surviving? My Enneagram Seven self desperately wants to reframe and excuse and brush (shove) it all under a nice area rug. But that plunges us all deeper into barely hanging on. In this episode of The Joyosity™ Podcast, leadership expert, and my mentor-from-afar, Jo Saxton joins me to unpack the overwhelming reality facing leaders today. Layoffs, rapid change, impossible demands? All if it means leadership as we knew it isn't working anymore. We're not just in a cultural crisis—we're in a leadership crisis. And if you've been feeling stuck, scattered, or stretched beyond your limits, this episode will help you: Recognize the leadership moves that no longer work and what to do instead. Stop the cycle of overwhelm by taking back control of your time, attention, and priorities. Diagnose what's really draining you—is it workload, leadership gaps, or distractions disguised as priorities? Key questions we explore: Who benefits from your overwhelm? What important work is getting lost in the chaos? How is stress stealing your joy as a leader? Don't miss minute 25—it's a gut check moment every leader needs. Next Steps: If you're feeling stuck, I've opened a limited number of Joyosity™ Jumpstart sessions this month. I only have four spots because I am finishing my book this month (coming out in October 2025). In this one-on-one coaching session, we'll: Clarify your goals Identify what's working (and what's not) Create a real plan to move forward Because leading well shouldn't mean losing yourself. Let's get you unstuck. Book your session now. Here's what we talked about: Are we really in a leadership crisis? Why what you did before as a leader isn't working anymore What living in the tyranny of the urgent costs you How to set boundaries for yourself Play chess as a leader Links/ Resources: Jo Saxton and all her goodness: https://www.josaxton.com/ The Free 99 Step: Joyosity Explorer Map will guide you to understanding the deeper purpose and story you tell yourself about your work. Joy is linked to purpose and productivity increases by 20% or more when you directly link your purpose to your work. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity Jumpstart If you're ready to stop leading from survival mode and lead with connection and joy, the Joyosity™ Jumpstart Session is for you. Clarify what you want, where you are, and what's getting in the way so you can make a real plan. Ready to Dive In: 1:1 Joyosity Leadership Intensive http://jennwhitmer.com/intensive Work on your leadership stories, mindset, values, and alignment with Jenn 1:1 when it fits your schedule. These are on hold. But you can join the waitlist.

Are we in a leadership crisis? The statistics scream yes. Burnout, turnover, and the weight of constant change are overwhelming leaders everywhere. But you already knew that…because you feel it too. In this episode, Jenn Whitmer dives into the two biggest myths holding leaders back and how you can shift from exhaustion and overwhelm to effectiveness and joy. Myth 1: Leading means doing it all alone. Myth 2: Someone else makes you a leader. Jenn breaks down why leadership is always a team sport and why self-leadership is the foundation of effective leadership. In This Episode, You'll Learn: The real reason burnout is at an all-time high for leaders. How to build your personal leadership board of directors. The key to making decisions with clarity and confidence. Why self-leadership is non-negotiable for long-term success. Upcoming Guest: Leadership expert Jo Saxton joins us in upcoming episodes to dive deeper into navigating today's leadership challenges. Take Action: Identify one leadership myth you need to unlearn. Choose one mentor, coach, peer, or sponsor to strengthen your leadership network. Need clarity now? Book a Joyosity Jumpstart Session at jennwhitmer.com/jumpstart. Connect with Jenn: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jennwhitmer Instagram: @jenn_whitmer Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review. Your support helps more leaders find us and create positive culture with complex people. Here's what we talked about: 00:57 What it feels like in a toxic work environment 04:01 The proof of the leadership crisis 08: 32 Leadership Myth No. 1 10:40 You need these people to be a great leader 15:23 Leadership Myth No. 2 18:00 How to lead yourself first 20:58 Leading in crisis 22:45 What you can do right now to lead positive culture Links/ Resources: Joyosity Jumpstart If you're ready to stop leading from survival mode and lead with connection and joy, the Joyosity™ Jumpstart Session is for you. Clarify what you want, where you are, and what's getting in the way so you can make a real plan.

Send us a textWelcome to 'On the Path' w/ Cheryl Nembhard!A podcast filled with encouragement and inspiration to ignite you in your faith, push you in your purpose to be exactly who God's called you to be!This week, Cheryl is excited to sit with Global Speaker, Author and Leadership Coach Jo Saxton!Born to Nigerian parents and raised in London, England, Jo Saxton brings a multicultural and international perspective to leadership. She has served on staff teams in churches in both the UK and the U.S. and is the founder of the Ezer Collective, an initiative dedicated to equipping and investing in women leaders, and and Executive Director at Bethel University.A sought-after speaker, Saxton has dedicated her career to growing leadership teams around the world and empowering others to discover their purpose in both life and leadership. She co-hosts the Lead Stories podcast with Steph O'Brien and is the author of several best-selling books, including The Dream of You and her latest, Ready to Rise: Own Your Voice, Gather Your Community, Step Into Your Influence.We speak about:- How to win in Leadership while avoiding burnout- The tools we need now, in our toolbox, to become the best leaders we can be-The obstacles that stand in the way of Purpose and how to face them head on-How to reclaim our identity when we've lost ourselves in the work- How to recognize signs of burnoutThis episode is for anyone looking for strategies to avoid overwhelm in 2025!You can now watch 'On The Path' on demand by downloading the YES TV app in your play store!  You can also stream in the U.S on Pioneer Network, ROKU, Apple TV, Amazon Fire, FaithTV, and CrossTV as well as on YES TV across Canada.Watch & Subscribe to my YouTube channel and watch all full shows from past seasons there: https://www.youtube.com/@CherylNembhardTV

She used our book, "Beyond Eden, Ephesians 5-6" in her preparation of her powerful Sunday sermon. She appreciates the resources Tru316 provides pastors and Bible students on what happened to Eve and related positive insights from Eden. This is Part Two of her story on The Eden Podcast!Have you made your free reservation to attend online or in person the Tru316 Day Celebration on March 16 at 2:30 Eastern Time? Sign up here: TinyURL.com/Tru316Day205 The Tru316 Foundation (www.Tru316.com) is the home of The Eden Podcast with Bruce C. E. Fleming where we “true” the verse of Genesis 3:16. The Tru316 Message is that “God didn't curse Eve (or Adam) or limit woman in any way.” Once Genesis 3:16 is made clear the other passages on women and men become clear too. You are encouraged to access the episodes of Seasons 1-11 of The Eden Podcast for teaching on the seven key passages on women and men. Are you a reader? We invite you to get from Amazon the four books by Bruce C. E. Fleming in The Eden Book Series (Tru316.com/trubooks). Would you like to support the work of the Tru316 Foundation? You can become a Tru Partner here: www.Tru316.com/partner

She was in meetings where more than a million people trusted in Christ as Savior. She accepted Christ at home. How have you come to know Christ?Here is Part One of Pastor Stephanie's thrilling story. Learn her full faith story, her ministry story and her Tru316 story!Pastor Stephanie Williams O'Brien is the Lead Pastor at Mill City Church in Northeast Minneapolis. She is also a professor of ministry and preaching at Bethel Seminary in St. Paul, MN. She is a Trustee of Bethel University of which Bethel Seminary is a part. Stephanie has opportunities to coach leaders around the world through speaking, developing resources and her podcast Lead Stories  with her friend Jo Saxton. She and Jo lead the annual women's leadership intensive The Ezer Collective, hosted at her church in Minneapolis. She is the author of two books – Stay Curious: How Questions and Doubts Can Save Your Faith. and her latest book Make A Move: How to Stop Wavering And Make Decisions in a Disorienting World.Want to support The Eden Podcast and the other ministries of the Tru316 Foundation. Join now as a Tru Partner and get free access to our upcoming zoom workshops on the key passages on women and men in the Old and New Testament. Use this link: https://tru316.com/partner/ The Tru316 Foundation (www.Tru316.com) is the home of The Eden Podcast with Bruce C. E. Fleming where we “true” the verse of Genesis 3:16. The Tru316 Message is that “God didn't curse Eve (or Adam) or limit woman in any way.” Once Genesis 3:16 is made clear the other passages on women and men become clear too. You are encouraged to access the episodes of Seasons 1-11 of The Eden Podcast for teaching on the seven key passages on women and men. Are you a reader? We invite you to get from Amazon the four books by Bruce C. E. Fleming in The Eden Book Series (Tru316.com/trubooks). Would you like to support the work of the Tru316 Foundation? You can become a Tru Partner here: www.Tru316.com/partner

At the 2020 IF:Gathering Conference Jo Saxton was tasked with giving a message from Romans 8:14-17. From it she taught that we were set free and adopted to receive an inheritance as children of God. But what does she say we were set free from, and what are we to receive in our inheritance? Does it match up with what Paul teaches in Romans 8:14-17?May this episode expose the false teaching entering the church and bring glory to God. To access the podcast, blog, and other resources go to the Thoroughly Equipped website @ ⁠ttew.org⁠ Follow me on Facebook & Instagram:https://www.facebook.com/TEWMelbaToast ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thoroughlyequipped316/ ⁠ Christian Podcast Community: ⁠ Christianpodcastcommunity.org⁠ Striving For Eternity Ministries: https://strivingforeternity.org/To watch this episode ad free subscribe to the Thoroughly Equipped channel at https://lets.church/channel/ThoroughlyEquipped

At the 2020 IF:Gathering Conference Jo Saxton was tasked with giving a message from Romans 8:14-17. From it she taught that we were set free and adopted to receive an inheritance as children of God. But what does she say we were set free from, and what are we to receive in our inheritance? Does it match up with what Paul teaches in Romans 8:14-17?May this episode expose the false teaching entering the church and bring glory to God. To access the podcast, blog, and other resources go to the Thoroughly Equipped website @ ⁠ttew.org⁠ Follow me on Facebook & Instagram:https://www.facebook.com/TEWMelbaToast ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thoroughlyequipped316/ ⁠ Christian Podcast Community: ⁠ Christianpodcastcommunity.org⁠ Striving For Eternity Ministries: https://strivingforeternity.org/To watch this episode ad free subscribe to the Thoroughly Equipped channel at https://lets.church/channel/ThoroughlyEquipped

At the 2020 IF:Gathering Conference Jo Saxton was tasked with giving a message from Romans 8:14-17. From it she taught that we were set free and adopted to receive an inheritance as children of God. But what does she say we were set free from, and what are we to receive in our inheritance? Does it match up with what Paul teaches in Romans 8:14-17?May this episode expose the false teaching entering the church and bring glory to God. To access the podcast, blog, and other resources go to the Thoroughly Equipped website @ ⁠ttew.org⁠ Follow me on Facebook & Instagram:https://www.facebook.com/TEWMelbaToast ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/thoroughlyequipped316/ ⁠ Christian Podcast Community: ⁠ Christianpodcastcommunity.org⁠ Striving For Eternity Ministries: https://strivingforeternity.org/To watch this episode ad free subscribe to the Thoroughly Equipped channel at https://lets.church/channel/ThoroughlyEquipped

Join Jo Saxton, as she shares at night 1 of Renaissance London 2024. Jo Saxton is a speaker, podcaster, and author. She is the founder of the Ezer Collective, an initiative dedicated to investing in women leaders around the world, equipping them to own their voice, and boldly step into their calling. She currently serves as the Executive Director of The 25 (a leadership development initiative) at Bethel University. Head to RENAISSANCEMOVEMENT.ORG to get your tickets for our Renaissance 2025 events...

Join Jo Saxton, speaker, author, podcaster and founder of the Ezer Collective, as she shares on Sunday 17th November after Renaissance Conference London 2024.

In this episode of the Right Side Up we welcome our good friend and frequent collaborator Jo Saxton, to discuss the critical gaps in women's empowerment in a wide variety of church roles. We explore the growing disillusionment many influential women feel within the church, the importance of allies, and the need for diverse voices in leadership. Our conversation highlights the impact of cultural norms on women's identities and the erasure of women's contributions to church history. We also touch on the prevalence of abuse and toxic culture within church settings and emphasize the importance of listening to women's stories. This is yet another call for hope and restoration for women in the church, especially encouraging leaders to recognize and celebrate the gifts and contributions of the women right in front of them.Show NotesLink to order the book: Need to Know: Empowering Female Leadership and Why It's Essential for the Future of the Churchkeywordswomen empowerment, church leadership, identity, allies, church history, listening, cultural norms, abuse, restoration, hopetakeaways* The empowerment of women is essential for the future of the church.* Allies play a crucial role in supporting women's leadership.* Understanding women's identity in scripture is vital for church leaders.* There is a significant disconnect between women and the church.* Listening to women's stories is key to understanding their experiences.* Raising women up in leadership requires intentionality and support.* Cultural norms often limit women's roles in the church.* The erasure of women in church history needs to be addressed.* Diverse voices in leadership enrich the church community.* Addressing abuse and toxic culture is necessary for healing and restoration.Chapters00:00 Introduction and the Need for Women's Leadership02:02 The Biblical Foundation for Women's Equality08:16 Women Leaving the Church14:30 Tools for Empowering Women26:28 The Impact of Not Seeing Women as They Were Designed to Be28:22 Addressing Abuse and Toxic Behaviors in Leadership30:09 Redeeming Women's Identities and Restoring the Church36:17 The Power of Listening to Women's Voices39:52 Finding Hope in Embracing Our True Identities Get full access to Right Side Up: Danielle Strickland at daniellestrickland.substack.com/subscribe

In this second episode about the 2024 Global Leadership Summit, GLN VP of Marketing and podcast host Whitney Putnam talks with Craig Groeschel and Jo Saxton about how they were personally impacted by this year's Summit. We invite you to listen in as Craig and Jo share their highlights and challenges that they heard and also some of the ideas and actions that they are implementing immediately on their teams.  

We are going to take a few weeks off mid-summer and share sermons we have preached this summer! We will be back soon with more leader labs! If you want to watch this sermon on YouTube you can do so here: If you want to watch Jo's sermon you YouTube you can do so here. Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph:  Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com  REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR EZER MINNEAPOLIS NOV 7-9 2024: josaxton.com EARLY BIRD ENDS JULY 31st Learn more and register for the Pre-Intensive 

Part 2Jo Saxton led a friend to Christ when she became a Christian! As a nine year old!Now, she has founded the 'Ezer Collective to encourage women leaders in the church. This is Part One on The Eden Podcast. Join Co-host Christy Gudim and Jo Saxton now!Jo Saxton is a speaker, podcaster, and author. She is the founder of the Ezer Collective, an initiative dedicated to investing in women leaders around the world, equipping them to own their voice, and boldly step into their calling. She currently serves as the Executive Director of The 25 (a leadership development initiative) at Bethel University.Born to Nigerian parents and raised in London, England, Jo now lives in Minneapolis with her husband and two daughters. She loves everyday stuff like good music, good food, and good friends.Links:General Website: https://www.josaxton.com/Ezer Collective: https://www.josaxton.com/ezer-collectiveLead Stories Podcast: https://www.leadstoriespodcast.com/Books: https://www.josaxton.com/booksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/1josaxtonInstagram: @josaxtonThreads: @josaxtonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josaxton/Links for Jo SaxtonLinks for Christy Gudim:  The Tru316 Foundation (www.Tru316.com) is the home of The Eden Podcast with Bruce C. E. Fleming where we “true” the verse of Genesis 3:16. The Tru316 Message is that “God didn't curse Eve (or Adam) or limit woman in any way.” Once Genesis 3:16 is made clear the other passages on women and men become clear too. You are encouraged to access the episodes of Seasons 1-11 of The Eden Podcast for teaching on the seven key passages on women and men. Are you a reader? We invite you to get from Amazon the four books by Bruce C. E. Fleming in The Eden Book Series (Tru316.com/trubooks). Would you like to support the work of the Tru316 Foundation? You can become a Tru Partner here: www.Tru316.com/partner

This is the monthly audio newsletter by Jo Saxton. To get the newsletter sent to your inbox you can subscribe at JoSaxton.com Connect with Lead Stories and Jo and Steph:  Instagram: @LeadStoriesPodcast Facebook: LeadStoriesPodcast Connect with Jo at www.josaxton.com @josaxton Connect with Steph at www.pastorsteph.com  REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR EZER MINNEAPOLIS NOV 7-9 2024: josaxton.com Learn more and register for the Pre-Intensive 

Welcome to the show today! We are in the middle of Smart Girl Summer. We have one of my favorite smart girls with us today, Jo Saxton. We are bringing back a great episode with her this week. She's one of the wisest, kindest, most brilliant women around, and I know you're going to love it. Jo has dedicated her career to empowering women to live into their God-given potential, confident in their call, intentional with their influence, and equipped with the support and resources they need along the way. Over the course of her career, she has led in ministry and non-profit settings as well as pastoring and church-planting. She has also written several books to help women be intentional with their influence. She is also a podcast host and led online Leadership Coaching communities of women dedicated to their own development as leaders in their spheres of influence. Join Jo and I as we talk about: How Jo got started, where she is now, and where she is headed The way to ensure experiments are successful (and it's not by whether they actually succeed or not!) The mindset needed during transitions so that we can become more creative and more self-aware What God expects from us as we face a challenge (and what He does for us every day) Kryptonite that we face as women Favorite quotes:  13:10 (Audio) - “Just because it's uncertain doesn't necessarily mean it's bad. It doesn't mean it's all falling apart. And even if it is all falling apart, it doesn't mean it's over. It means I've got to be curious about it rather than give up and walk away.” 14:48 (Audio) - “Transition isn't just an aberration and an evil thing. It can be hard for sure, but transition is an opportunity to be creative. This is an opportunity to become more self-aware and aware of what God is saying to me.” 15:16 (Audio) - “Experiments are successful because of what they reveal, not just on account of whether they work or not.” 17:46 (Audio) - “Arriving at the end of the transition isn't the point, it's how you transition that matters.” 24:59 (Audio) - “I think we forget what it is to learn. And we forget that learning is integral to our gifting and our calling.” Coaching this week: (9:44 audio)  Confidence Boost: Simple Steps to Overcoming Fear and Taking Action  This week's coaching I help you conquer hesitation and take action. Hesitation can hold you back. There's a strong link between hesitation and self-esteem. Confidence is like a muscle. The more you use it, the stronger it gets. To break free from this cycle, you need to be proactive and I provide you with some super practical steps to build confidence. Embrace the boldness within you and take that first step! Recommendations: (48:36 audio) In this week's show I share a movie, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes. This is a new trilogy that they're kick-starting and it's super entertaining. If you're looking for a good movie to watch, I recommend it.  Links to great things we discussed:  Jo Saxton Website Jo Saxton Instagram Ezer Collective Elemis Clinique Jen's Ice Cream Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Apply for Alli's Free Coaching Create a Course Alli on YouTube Order your copy of Remaining You While Raising Them here. Hope you loved this episode!  Be sure to subscribe in iTunes and slap some stars on a review! :) xo, Alli

Jo Saxton led a friend to Christ when she became a Christian! As a nine year old! she revealed leadership gifts over and over through the years. Now, she has founded the 'Ezer Collective to encourage women leaders in the church. This is Part One on The Eden Podcast. Join Co-host Christy Gudim and Jo Saxton now!Jo Saxton is a speaker, podcaster, and author. She is the founder of the Ezer Collective, an initiative dedicated to investing in women leaders around the world, equipping them to own their voice, and boldly step into their calling. She currently serves as the Executive Director of The 25 (a leadership development initiative) at Bethel University.Born to Nigerian parents and raised in London, England, Jo now lives in Minneapolis with her husband and two daughters. She loves everyday stuff like good music, good food, and good friends.Links:General Website: https://www.josaxton.com/Ezer Collective: https://www.josaxton.com/ezer-collectiveLead Stories Podcast: https://www.leadstoriespodcast.com/Books: https://www.josaxton.com/booksFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/1josaxtonInstagram: @josaxtonThreads: @josaxtonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josaxton/Links for Jo SaxtonLinks for Christy Gudim:  The Tru316 Foundation (www.Tru316.com) is the home of The Eden Podcast with Bruce C. E. Fleming where we “true” the verse of Genesis 3:16. The Tru316 Message is that “God didn't curse Eve (or Adam) or limit woman in any way.” Once Genesis 3:16 is made clear the other passages on women and men become clear too. You are encouraged to access the episodes of Seasons 1-11 of The Eden Podcast for teaching on the seven key passages on women and men. Are you a reader? We invite you to get from Amazon the four books by Bruce C. E. Fleming in The Eden Book Series (Tru316.com/trubooks). Would you like to support the work of the Tru316 Foundation? You can become a Tru Partner here: www.Tru316.com/partner

Enneagram Eight Jo Saxton joins the conversation to discuss the importance of vulnerability in leadership. Listen as she drops some amazing wisdom about what it looks like to lead from wholeness and integrity. Plus, for our Patreon subscribers, don't miss the bonus interview where Jo answers the question, "What's been left unsaid?" Jo Saxton is a speaker, podcaster, and author. She is the founder of the Ezer Collective, an initiative dedicated to investing in women leaders around the world, equipping them to own their voice, and boldly step into their calling. She currently serves as the Executive Director of The 25 (a leadership development initiative) at Bethel University. Born to Nigerian parents and raised in London,England,Jo now lives in Minneapolis with her husband and two daughters. She loves everyday stuff like good music, good food, and good friends. You can find her on Facebook and on Instagram/Threads @josaxton. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dauntless-grace-exchange/message

As we continue to play some old Plucking Up gems, I had to replay and re-listen to my interview with Jo Saxton. Oh, this one is so good and fun! In this episode, Jo shares how she went from aspiring journalist to pastor -- and how her evolving faith led her to what she is doing now. Jo is warm and honest — and if you're feeling a little stuck, I hope Jo's wisdom and energy transcends and gives you the nudge you need.

As we continue to play some old Plucking Up gems, I had to replay and re-listen to my interview with Jo Saxton. Oh, this one is so good and fun! In this episode, Jo shares how she went from aspiring journalist to pastor -- and how her evolving faith led her to what she is doing now. Jo is warm and honest — and if you're feeling a little stuck, I hope Jo's wisdom and energy transcends and gives you the nudge you need.

Jo Saxton wraps up The Orchard Conference 2023 by imploring us to step confidently into all that God has called us to be and to do.

How do you quantify 10 years of mom-ing together?  Let's start with what I want to make sure you don't miss. As we inch closer to 500 episodes, I selected clips from 5 episodes over the years for us to listen to together this week.  Some have been transformational for me, all get to the heart of the message I want you to hear as a mom - you're in the right spot and God is lavishing his love over you as your work to pass on your faith, to really see what your kids need, to release the shame you carry, and to fully occupy your God-given space.   Connect with:  Dr Kara Powell - https://karapowell.com/ Instagram: @kpowellfyi   Amy and Jeffrey Olrick - https://www.growingconnected.com/ Instagram: @growingconnected  Jo Saxton  - https://www.josaxton.com/ Instagram: @JoSaxton  Dr. Curt Thompson - https://curtthompsonmd.com/Instagram: @curtthompsonmd  Lisa Harper - https://www.lisaharper.org/Instagram: @lisadharper  Listen to the Full Episodes: Build Lasting Faith In Your Kids :: Dr. Kara Powell [Ep 290] Six Needs of Every Child :: Amy and Jeffrey Olrick [Ep 322] Embracing the Mom You're Meant to Be :: Jo Saxton [Ep 283]  Redeeming Shame Through Community :: Dr. Curt Thompson [Ep 308] When Your Wounded Soul Needs a Smiling God :: Lisa Harper [Ep 174] Links Mentioned:   Books by Dr. Kara Powell  3 Big Questions That Change Every Teenager: Making the Most of Your Conversations and Connections Sticky Faith: Everyday Ideas to Build Lasting Faith in Your Kids The Sticky Faith Guide for Your Family: Over 100 Practical and Tested Ideas to Build Lasting Faith in Kids  Books by Amy Elizabeth Olrick and Jeffrey Olrick The 6 Needs of Every Child: Empowering Parents and Kids Through the Science of Connection  Books by Jo Saxton  The Dream of You: Let Go of Broken Identities and Live the Life You Were Made For Ready to Rise: Own Your Voice, Gather Your Community, Step into Your Influence  More Than Enchanting: Breaking Through Barriers to Influence Your World Influential: Women in Leadership at Church, Work and Beyond Books by Curt Thompson, MD The Soul of Shame: Retelling the Stories We Believe About Ourselves by Curt Thompson, MD The Deepest Place: Suffering and the Formation of Hope by Curt Thompson, MD The Soul of Desire: Discovering the Neuroscience of Longing, Beauty, and Community by Curt Thompson, MD Anatomy of the Soul: Surprising Connections between Neuroscience and Spiritual Practices That Can Transform Your Life and Relationships by Curt Thompson, MD  Books by Lisa Harper  A Perfect Mess: Why You Don't Have to Worry About Being Good Enough for God The Sacrament of Happy: What a Smiling God Brings to a Wounded World Overextended and Loving Most of It Stumbling Into Grace     Featured Sponsors:  Find links to this week's sponsors and unique promo codes at dontmomalone.com/sponsors. 

The Education Brief: Saturday 30 September 2023 - Top stories include: Ofsted's national director of education Chris Russell will retire at the end of this year. Ofqual's chief regulator Dr Jo Saxton will take a new role as chief executive of UCAS. The government and a youth charity will spend £5.8 million on four projects to examine whether contested trauma-informed practice helps keep children safe. Eight education unions want the government to invest £4.4 billion annually in school buildings. This week's deep dive:  Persistent absence and support for disadvantaged pupils - report from the parliamentary education committee We'll also tell you what's happening at HEP this week and what we've been watching, listening to, and reading! Watching Listening Reading  Music by Slo Pony

In this episode, Jo Saxton joins Lisa for an important conversation about women in ministry. Jo Saxton is an author, speaker, podcast host, and coach known for empowering and championing women in leadership. Together they explore the vital role women play in the body of Christ, provide insight for women dealing with pushback in the church, and so much more!   Links: Classical Conversations Join Called Creatives   Connect with Lisa: Website Lisa's Instagram Facebook Ministry Strong Instagram   Connect with Jo: Website Instagram Podcast  Ezer Collective 

Today on this Hall of Fun episode, you get to hear my conversation from Episode 216 with my friend Jo Saxton. She is one of your favorites (and mine!), and this one takes us right back to 2020. Jo and I definitely talk about what it was like to deal with all of the changes and pivots that year. We also talk all about her book Ready to Rise. Jo is just full of wisdom, makes me laugh, and always speaks truth over us, and I just love friends like that. . . . . Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to purchase your July Reading Plan or Let's Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . . Head to anniefdowns.com/books for more information and to sign up for the AFD Book of the Month. . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Kitsch: Go to MyKitsch.com/thatsoundsfun to get 30% off your entire order. Hiya Health: Go to hiyahealth.com/thatsoundsfun to receive 50% off your first order. Simple Modern: Go to www.simplemodern.com/thatsoundsfun and by sharing your email you'll get a  unique discount code just for you or bundle and save for back to school. . . . . . If you'd like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you ever struggle to own your gifts and voice and feel like you have to hide them in the name of humility? Do you wish you could really put your expertise and knowledge forward in order to make the jump into that next big dream? In episode 216, our guest Jo Saxton shares her views on women in leadership, the unique gifts women bring to those roles, and the ways their gifts enhance any space. Jo goes on to teach the truths of our identity as women as the Bible teaches and encourages us to live in the light of the truth of that identity. Jo's message is one of empowerment and confidence. She speaks on how to know when and how to really put our voice out there, and how to own your expertise rather than hiding it in the name of humility. She also speaks into what female leaders are struggling with right now in her opinion, and offers wisdom and hope for how to combat it. For the full show notes for this episode, head to estherlittlefield.com/episode216 Connect with Jo: Jo Saxton is a speaker, podcaster, author, and leadership coach. She hosts a digital coaching community and is the founder of Ezer Collective – an initiative dedicated to investing in women leaders around the world, equipping them to own their voice and boldly step into their calling. Born to Nigerian parents and raised in London, England, Jo now lives in Minneapolis with her husband and two daughters. She loves the every-day stuff like good music, good food, and good friends.  And Target. She really, really loves Target.  Website Instagram Lead Stories Podcast   Stay Connected: Subscribe on your favorite podcast app. Click here to find all the options where you can find the podcast. Join our Purposeful Leadership Facebook group! In the Facebook group, we can chat about what you need as a leader, what your challenges are, as well as celebrate the wins. This is a great community to learn and grow together. We want to get to know YOU. Other Ways to Connect with Esther and the Christian Woman Leadership Podcast: Esther's Instagram Holly's Instagram Holly's Website Facebook Page  

Our beloved Podcast host, and the Founder and CEO of Be the Bridge, turns 50 today! So we are taking a moment to celebrate the one and only Latasha Morrison! We've gathered some messages from guests you have heard on the show and guests you will hear soon. We hope you enjoy hearing Latasha honored by the words of Marcie Alvis Walker, Cam Lee Small, Angela Gonzalez, Dr. Claudia May, Raymond Chang, Michelle Ferrigno Warren, Faitth Brooks, Terry Wildman, Annie F. Downs, Dr. Terence Lester, and Jo Saxton. Please join in the celebration over on social media! Share your words of encouragement, support, and appreciation for Latasha on this milestone birthday on our Instagram and Facebook posts today. Thank you for being part of the Be the Bridge community and celebrating Latasha with us!

Jo Saxton wrote her book, Ready to Rise to encourage women to step into their God-given calling to influence and leadership. She states, “If there was ever a time to uncover our potential and voices—it's now. Now is the time to boldly and authentically represent God's goodness in the world, living as channels for His transformative change and power.”  She is an author, speaker, podcast host, and leadership coach. She has dedicated her career to growing leadership teams around the world and empowering women to find their purpose in their personal lives and in leadership. Born in London to parents who immigrated from Nigeria, Jo credits her family's unrelenting work ethic to the bold, tenacious approach she takes to sharing her wisdom on identity, influence, and living an authentic life. She is characterized by her effervescent honesty and warm approachability, leaving audiences with practical next steps in areas that are usually a bit ambiguous. ___________________________Connect with Alan on LinkedIn or learn more about Unhurried Living programs on their website. 

When our earthly fathers hurt, harm or abandon us, it can leave a deep wound that feels like it will never fully heal.  In today's episode, Barb chats with author Kia Stephens about her experience with an absent father in her life, and the beautiful hope and healing that all women can experience, even if their relationship with their father is never fully restored. We don't have to stay wounded forever, and that is GOOD news! Join us for this hopeful conversation and share it with a friend who needs it. Let's all get better together.   RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE kiastephens.com Overcoming Father Wounds: Exchanging Your Pain for God's Perfect Love Connect with Kia on IG! Connect with Kia on FB! hopeforhercampaign.com   ABOUT OUR SPECIAL GUEST Kia Stephens is the founder of Entrusted Women, which she created to equip Christian women communicators of color. A contributing writer for iBelieve.com, Proverbs 31 Ministries, and Crosswalk, she is a recurring speaker at She Speaks, the Beloved Women's Conference, and the Entrusted Women's Conference.   Kia's writing has been featured on (in)courage and Ann Voskamp's blog. She has also been a featured guest on the Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast, Chrystal's Chronicles with Chrystal Evans Hurst, Better Together with Barb Roose and The Dream of You Podcast with Jo Saxton.   Kia is also the host of the Hope for Women With Father Wounds Podcast and she recently released her first book Overcoming Father Wounds. Kia would love to connect with you on her website, Instagram or Facebook.

Jo Saxton is back for part two of her conversation with Gina that began on the last episode. Jo is the founder of Ezer Collective, which is a 2-day leadership intensive made up of about 75 women from all industries, life stages, and leadership roles. She's also a speaker, podcast host, author, and leadership coach. On this episode, she and Gina talk about why it's so important for women to step into their missional calling, and they also talk about how Jesus invested in women and empowered them for ministry and mission.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 3DM Web Site www.3dmovements.com Ezer Collective www.josaxton.com/ezer-collectiveThe Ezer Collective is a 2-day leadership intensive made up of about 75 women from all industries, life stages, and leadership roles. November 2023 in Minneapolis and February 2024 in Portland, Maine. FEATURED BOOKS BY JO SAXTON: Ready to Rise www.josaxton.com/ready-to-rise The Dream of You www.josaxton.com/the-dream-of-you

Reaching new people with new kinds of churches doesn't just require leadership; it requires pioneering leadership. In this talk from Jo Saxton, you'll learn more about what a pioneering leader is, where you find them in your church, and how to help them get started.Jo Saxton is a speaker, podcaster, author, and leadership coach. She hosts a digital coaching community and is the founder of Ezer Collective – an initiative dedicated to investing in women leaders around the world, equipping them to own their voice and boldly step into their calling.  Born to Nigerian parents and raised in London, England, Jo now lives in Minneapolis with her husband and two daughters. She loves the every-day stuff like good music, good food, and good friends.  For more information visit: josaxton.com.

Gina's guest on this episode is Jo Saxton who has been a part of the 3DM movement for a long time. Her name might be familiar to you since many in the 3DM movement have interacted with her books and teachings. Jo has committed her life to raising up and equipping women to lead, and she's here to encourage women to step into their identity, gifting, and calling. She's also here to exhort men to facilitate that process in their churches and ministries.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 3DM Web Site www.3dmovements.com Ezer Collective www.josaxton.com/ezer-collectiveThe Ezer Collective is a 2-day leadership intensive made up of about 75 women from all industries, life stages, and leadership roles. November 2023 in Minneapolis and February 2024 in Portland, Maine. FEATURED BOOKS BY JO SAXTON: Ready to Rise www.josaxton.com/ready-to-rise The Dream of You www.josaxton.com/the-dream-of-you

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The Fresh Expressions Podcast Season Three is Here! For over two decades, the worldwide Fresh Expressions movement has helped inspire and equip leaders to start thousands of new faith communities in homes, community centers, dog parks, tattoo parlors, cafes and other unexpected places. In Season Three, brought to you by FX Connect, you will hear practical advice for starting something new from leaders like Jo Saxton, Tod Bolsinger, Deb Hirsch, David Fitch and more. Visit freshexpressions.com/podcasts to listen back to previous podcasts and subscribe to receive every new episode when it drops. And visit fxconnectus.org to join an online community of church leaders reaching new people in new places and to access our entire library of practical and inspiring training materials.

In today's episode, Karrie is joined with author, speaker, podcast host, and leadership coach Jo Saxton. In today's episode, they discuss: - The realities of being a women in leadership - The misconceptions of "the call to ministry" - Taking up space in ministry as a women Jo Saxton's website: https://www.josaxton.com/ Jo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/josaxton/ Karrie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karriescottgarcia/ Pre-order Karrie's New Book, "Free & Fully Alive", releasing June 6th: https://www.amazon.com/Free-Fully-Alive

It's time to get serious about your calling and commit to the hard work of healing so you can lead with integrity. Thankfully, Jo Saxton, is here to help us with that as we talk about leading beyond brokenness, regret, and jealousy so that we may obtain the integrity and character necessary to influence others well.May I invite you to consider that the story we read about the Daughters of Zelophehad in Numbers, chapter 27 is less about a previously inconceivable shift in the Israelite culture, and more about integrity? Let's talk about it.TODAY WE'RE REFLECTING ON ISAIAH 54:17 (LSB)No weapon that is formed against you will succeed; And every tongue that accuses you in judgment you will condemn. This is the inheritance of the slaves of Yahweh, And their righteousness is from Me,” declares Yahweh.-Isaiah 54:17 LSBA WOMAN YOU SHOULD KNOWJo's not the only woman that you should know, though. Today, my guest cohost, Tonya, and I have the honor to highlight Leah-Marie McKay, a powerful woman of God with a heart for worship. Get connected to her here.I ASKED JO:Why is it important that we as Christians and Christian creatives and leaders have integrity?  Can you tell us about a time the Lord was leading you to develop greater integrity?  What is a non negotiable for leaders who want to commit to a lifetime of healthy leadership?  What do we need to know about ourselves as we prepare to lead with other women?  What to look for in a mentor and how should we conduct relationship with them? ADDITIONAL RESOURCESWant more information? Check the show notes for Jo's links and information about the Ezer Collective.Thinking about launching your own podcast? Want to see if there's a way to continue to host your podcast and do more while spending less? Click here for my 7 Podcasting Essentials!Please don't forget to leave a Review on Apple Podcasts or Audible to show some love.

In today's episode Heather unpacks some of the key themes and learnings from the past four weeks of our “Lessons from My Mentor” pod-class series. She is joined by special guests Arleny Aquino and Xavier Thomas, two of her students at Andrews University, who share their reflections on mentorship and what they were most challenged and encouraged by in the Viral Jesus pod class. They also discuss what they believe college students and young professionals need most from older adults right now, and you may be surprised by what they have to say. If you missed any of the “Lessons from My Mentor” installments, you can listen to them here: Week 1 with José Rojas, Week 2 with Christine Caine, Week 3 with Jo Saxton, and of course last week's power-packed conversation with Beth Moore. And for this week's Social Toolkit segment, Heather sits down with author Chris Martin, whose new book, The Wolf in Their Pockets: 13 Ways the Social Internet Threatens the People You Lead, explores how social media is harming our mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. Martin is also editor of BibletoLife.com and content marketing editor at Moody Publishers. You can follow him on Twitter at @ChrisMartin17. Host Bio Heather Thompson Day is an associate professor of communication at Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan. She is the author of eight books, including I'll See You Tomorrow and It's Not Your Turn. Reach out to Heather on Twitter @HeatherTDay and on Instagram @heatherthompsonday. Viral Jesus is a production of Christianity Today Host and creator: Heather Thompson Day Executive Producer: Ed Gilbreath Producer: Loren Joseph Associate Producer: Azurae Phelps Mix Engineer: Alex Carter Director of CT Podcasts: Mike Cosper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's episode concludes our four-part, pod-class series on mentorship. And what better way to finish than with godly wisdom and inspiration from another one of Heather's favorite online mentors? We're thrilled to welcome Beth Moore to Viral Jesus. Last week, Jo Saxton guided us through practical tips on what mentoring is, and why we need to cultivate environments that allow us to use our gifts. This week, in often emotional chat, Beth helps us to decipher the voice of God and explains why Scripture is crucial to that process. She also encourages all of us to look for opportunities to be mentors, even if we've never had one ourselves. Heather also sits down with our favorite social media expert, Brady Shearer, to learn about the strategy of inspiration over information when it comes to posting online content. Brady is the director of Pro Church Tools and the church-software platform Nucleus. His work focuses on helping churches navigate the biggest communication shift in 500 years. Make sure to let us know your thoughts about this segment by typing in ViralJesusPod on Instagram or Twitter and including #ViralJesus with your comment. Guest Bio Author and speaker Beth Moore is a dynamic Bible teacher whose conferences take her around the globe. She has written numerous bestselling books and Bible studies. Her new memoir, All My Knotted-Up Life, debuted at No. 10 on The New York Times bestseller list. She is also the founder and visionary of Living Proof Ministries, based in Houston, Texas. Join Beth and Heather in person, June 9-10, at Living Proof Live in Fort Washington, Maryland. Get tickets at www.lproof.org/events. Host Bio Heather Thompson Day is an associate professor of communication at Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan. She is the author of eight books, including I'll See You Tomorrow and It's Not Your Turn. Reach out to Heather on Twitter @HeatherTDay and on Instagram @heatherthompsonday. Viral Jesus is a production of Christianity Today Host and creator: Heather Thompson Day Executive Producer: Ed Gilbreath Producer: Loren Joseph Associate Producer: Azurae Phelps Mix Engineer: Alex Carter Director of CT Podcasts: Mike Cosper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

When the COVID-19 pandemic shut down everything in 2020, JO Saxton turned to Instagram to gather with people online. "Tea Time w/Jo" was born and a community continued to grow. Today, Jo Saxton joins us to talk about the importance of online communities, the difference between tolerating and celebrating people, and how Jo aims to gather, equip, and catalyze women in leadership with her leadership network and the Ezer Collective gatherings. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thechurchdigital/message

Join us as Stasi invites author Kia Stephens for another engaging and honest conversation about her new book, Overcoming Father Wounds. Kia's desire is to help us identify our father wounds and to share practical tools to step towards deeper healing, while offering compassion, grace, and encouragement for our ongoing restoration. We serve a God who is not afraid of our tears, and we are never too much for him—because we are precious to him!…..SHOW NOTES:…..VERSES: 1 Peter 5:7 (NIV) — Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.…..KIA STEPHENS BIO: Kia Stephens is the founder of Entrusted Women, which she created to equip Christian women communicators of color. A contributing writer for iBelieve.com, Beloved Women, Proverbs 31 Ministries, and Crosswalk, she is a recurring speaker at She Speaks, the Beloved Women's Conference, and the Entrusted Women's Conference. Kia's writing has been featured on (in)courage and Ann Voskamp's blog. She has also been a featured guest on the Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast, Chrystal's Chronicles with Chrystal Evans Hurst, Better Together with Barb Roose, and The Dream of You Podcast with Jo Saxton.Kia is excited to partner with Wellspring Living, a non-profit organization that provides domestic sex trafficking victims and those at risk with specialized recovery services through residential and community-based programs, to provide a paperback copy of Overcoming Father Wounds for women in the Wellspring Living residential programs. To learn more, visit hopeforhercampaign.comKia Stephens Resources and Links:Book: Overcoming Father Wounds: Exchanging Your Pain for God's Perfect Love by Kia StephensWebsite: www.kiastephens.comEntrusted Women website: entrustedwomen.comTwitter: twitter.com/KiaNStephensInstagram: instagram.com/kianstephensFacebook: facebook.com/KiaNicolStephensYouTube: youtube.com/c/KiaStephens…..OTHER RESOURCES:Quote:  “That which is denied cannot be healed.” —  Brennan Manning, John Blase (2011). “All Is Grace: A Ragamuffin Memoir”, David C CookThe Mother Wound – audio teaching by Stasi Eldredge…..Don't Miss Out on the Next Episode – Subscribe for FreeSubscribe using your favorite podcast app:Apple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsAmazon Music & Audible

In today's episode we continue with part three of our four-part pod-class series on mentorship. If you missed it, please check out last week's episode with Christine Caine, where Christine cautioned us to not confuse platform with ministry. This week we sit down with Jo Saxton to gain some practical tips on what mentoring is, how we can get a mentor, and why we need to cultivate environments that let us use our gifts. Heather also sits down to discuss the latest research on mentoring with Dr. Meryl Herr, director of research and resources at Fuller Seminary's Max De Pree Center for Leadership. She earned her MDiv and PhD at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and resides in Watkinsville, Georgia, with her husband and two sons. Guest Bio Jo Saxton is an author, speaker, and leadership coach who has led ministries and non-profits, and pastored and planted churches. Jo is co-host of Lead Stories, a podcast that she does with her good friend Pastor Steph O'Brien. Jo and Steph share leadership stories and cover current issues with the aim of encouraging, equipping, and empowering leaders to discover all God has for them. She has written several books, including Ready to Rise and More Than Enchanting. Jo also has launched the digital program Leadership Coaching Community to help women develop their leadership skills and connect with other leaders around the world. Host Bio Heather Thompson Day is an associate professor of communication at Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan. She is the author of eight books, including I'll See You Tomorrow and It's Not Your Turn. Reach out to Heather on Twitter @HeatherTDay and on Instagram @heatherthompsonday. Viral Jesus is a production of Christianity Today Host and creator: Heather Thompson Day Executive Producer: Ed Gilbreath Producer: Loren Joseph Associate Producer: Azurae Phelps Mix Engineer: Alex Carter Director of CT Podcasts: Mike Cosper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Growing up, Jo Saxton assumed that most women worked outside the home. Her mother and grandmother modeled grit and hustle for her at an early age. She even says they had to “force” her grandma to retire at age 97. There was never any doubt that women could do great work in the marketplace in Jo's family. Now, as a leader and entrepreneur herself, she is passionate about making that perspective a norm for people around the world by equipping and inspiring women leaders to rise up to their God-given calling.In this episode, she has an open discussion with Henry and a good friend of the show, Paula Faris, who has plenty of insight to share about the topic as well. Throughout the conversation, the three discuss the competitive advantages to female leaders, creative solutions to big problems, and how male founders can play a role in empowering female leaders to create lasting impact.Check out this riveting episode and don't forget to follow along and rate the podcast on your favorite streaming platform.

Ever felt called to something BIG and go for it, only to discover that “sure thing” didn't quite work out – like, at all? This week's guest has been there, done that and came out on the other side of “utter failure” only to discover something truly powerful: the wreckage of our lives holds great purpose. Jo Saxton is a speaker, author, podcast host, leadership coach – and a beloved contributor for CARRY Media. She's dedicated her career to growing leadership teams around the world and empowering others to find their purpose – both in their leadership and their personal lives. Paula and Jo discuss how failure has shaped Jo's current calling and career, why she says our calling is different than a blueprint, and the B word: Burnout. This episode will coach you up on why so many of us have it and how the answer to fixing it lies in lowering our expectations. Find all of Jo's work at JoSaxton.com Learn more about Jo's leadership intensive, Ezer Collective Learn more about Jo's Leadership Coaching Community New! Summer has arrived… save your summer! Make it work for you and your kids. Check out Carry Media's FREE downloadable guide to help you lessen your load… “Savor Your Summer” Learn more about Paula's company CARRY Media and sign up for CARRY ALL, an essential weekly newsletter for the working mom that drops every Sunday! Follow along with CARRY Media on social media: @carry_media Connect with Paula & share what you are feeling called to in this season of your life: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Sign up for Paula's new and improved newsletter to get a message from her every two weeks. Order Paula's Book - “Called Out: Why I Traded Two Dream Jobs for a Life of True Calling” Subscribe & Listen to more episodes of the Podcast: Access More | Spotify | Apple

Responses to the mass shootings in Buffalo, New York, and Uvalde, Texas, have continued, and there's renewed hope for policy changes. This week, Jo Saxton joins Phil and Skye as a guest co-host to discuss a series of articles from African-American and global Christian leaders about the need to rethink both America's gun policies and the American church's gun culture. Then, BibleProject co-founders, Jon Collins and Tim Mackie, talk with Skye about how their work has shifted from just teaching what's in the Bible to teaching people how to read the Bible. Their new app and podcast series is designed to help us see the Bible as brilliant literature, and not just a depository of quick answers to life's problems. Also this week, should we be concerned that more people are having wedding ceremonies to marry themselves? Holy Post merchandise - https://www.holypost.com/shop Getting Schooled by Kaitlyn Schiess: Political Theology 101 - https://www.patreon.com/posts/67787080/ BibleProject Patreon Bonus - https://www.patreon.com/posts/67787175/ News Segment 0:00 - Intro 4:10 - Sologamy?? 13:49 - Guns in the home 20:39 - Guns and cars 26:00 - Global perspective on America's gun culture 36:12 - Gun violence and the theology of evil 44:52 - Guns and church 54:44 - Holy Post Announcements Interview with Jon Collins and Tim MackieBibleProject: bibleproject.com BibleProject App: https://bibleproject.com/app/ BibleProject Podcast: https://bibleproject.com/podcasts/the-bible-project-podcast/ 57:09 - Jon Collins and Tim Mackie interview intro 1:00:26 - BibleProject shift toward how to read the Bible 1:06:39 - Bible literacy in America 1:19:38 - Literary beauty in the Bible Articles mentioned in news segment: “Sologamy: India woman's plan to ‘marry herself' sparks debate” - https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-india-61671032 “Injuries and deaths due to firearms in the home”https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9715182/ “What would it mean to treat guns the way we treat cars?” (Vox) - https://www.vox.com/future-perfect/23151852/gun-violence-cars-crashes-firearms-deaths-youth “This Love of Guns: It's Way Beyond Our Understanding” by Matthew Soerens (Christianity Today) - https://www.christianitytoday.com/better-samaritan/2022/june/this-love-of-guns-its-way-beyond-our-understanding.html “What Supporters of Gun Rights Mean When They Talk About ‘Evil'” by Esau McCalley (NYT Opinion) - https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/10/opinion/mass-shooting-evil.html “White Churches, It's Time to Go Pro-Life on Guns” by Charlie Dates (Christianity Today) - https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2022/june-web-only/uvalde-school-shooting-chicago-go-pro-life-gun-violence.html