In this episode, host Christine Caine brings together a powerful compilation on the theme of Leading as a Woman, featuring conversations with Dr. Kate Coleman, Dr. Anna Morgan, and a listener driven Q&A. From navigating institutional barriers to developing emotional intelligence and spiritual resilience, this episode is packed with wisdom and encouragement. Whether you’re leading in ministry, the marketplace, or your community, you’ll be equipped to lead with clarity, courage, and purpose—no...
Jun 26, 2025•36 min•Season 3Ep. 75
In this episode, host Christine Caine shares the best moments from conversations with Faith Eury Cho, Amy Orr-Ewing, and a listener driven Q&A Episode on navigating setbacks and disappointments. Whether you're grieving a failed plan, a broken relationship, or a spiritual crisis, these stories will meet you in the middle of it. You'll hear how to grieve with God, hold on to hope, and lead even when it hurts. If you're facing a setback and wondering where God is in the struggle, this episode w...
Jun 19, 2025•32 min•Season 3Ep. 74
In this episode, host Christine Caine brings you a dynamic compilation of our best conversations on calling featuring Dr. Arianna Molloy, April Stallworth, and Christine herself. From classrooms to corporations to everyday moments of obedience, each guest unpacks what it means to live on mission—right where you are. Whether you're in a season of transition, waiting, or wondering what’s next, this episode will equip and encourage you to embrace your God-given calling with clarity and confidence. ...
Jun 12, 2025•40 min•Season 3Ep. 73
In this episode, host Christine Caine brings together powerful moments from our best interviews on identity to help you stand firm in who God created you to be. You'll hear from remarkable voices like Nona Jones, Priscilla Shirer, Katie Modrau, and Christine herself as they share truth and encouragement to combat lies and comparison. If you've ever wrestled with questions about who you really are, this episode will strengthen your foundation and remind you that your identity is anchored in Chris...
Jun 05, 2025•24 min•Season 3Ep. 72
In this episode, host Christine Caine offers a vulnerable and passionate look at what it means to live on mission in every season. She shares the heart behind the Propel Cohorts, the value of spiritual formation, and why mentorship isn’t about finding someone to imitate—but becoming more like Jesus. Christine speaks directly to women across every generation, stage, and calling, encouraging them to rise, lead, and be transformed. If you’ve ever longed for growth, clarity, and deep spiritual commu...
May 29, 2025•24 min
In this episode, host Christine Caine sits down with Alicia Britt Chole for a profound conversation on spiritual formation, leadership, and staying faithful through the night seasons. Alicia shares how she, as a former atheist, became a passionate follower of Jesus, learned to linger in Scripture, and why so many leaders fall short—not for lack of passion, but lack of depth. If you’ve ever wrestled with burnout, grief, or disillusionment in your faith, this episode offers hope, truth, and a deep...
May 22, 2025•40 min•Season 3Ep. 71
In this episode, host Christine Caine has a rich and honest conversation with Jackie Hill Perry about spiritual growth, pruning, and obedience. Jackie shares the purpose behind her six-month social media fast and how it's led to deeper intimacy with God, a renewed perspective on identity, and the refining process of laying down even good things. Together, they unpack why true transformation happens offstage, in private, when we embrace pruning and choose obedience—even when it costs us. Listen i...
May 15, 2025•42 min•Season 3Ep. 70
In this episode, host Christine Caine sits down with Sharon Hodde Miller for a dynamic conversation on church leadership, calling, and trusting the Holy Spirit’s leading. Sharon shares how she and her husband planted a church after resisting the call and why leading as co-pastors has reshaped their ministry. They dive into gender roles, church hurt, theological formation, and how to reach a generation with deep skepticism toward religion. Listen in and find encouragement to pursue your calling w...
May 08, 2025•47 min•Season 3Ep. 69
In this episode, host Christine Caine welcomes author, speaker, theologian and frequent friend of the Life & Leadership podcast Lisa Harper for a rich and deeply personal conversation on why theology matters. They unpack Lisa’s new book, A Jesus-Shaped Life, and discuss how sound doctrine is meant to lead us not to pride—but to kindness, humility, and deeper intimacy with Jesus. This episode is both intellectually rich and incredibly down-to-earth, showing that everyone is a theologian, and ...
May 01, 2025•35 min•Season 3Ep. 68
In this episode, host Christine Caine sits down with speaker, singer, songwriter, author and pastor DawnCheré Wilkerson for an inspiring conversation about faith, leadership, and navigating life’s transitions. DawnCheré opens up about the challenges of raising four kids, leading a church, and staying grounded in her calling. She shares how trusting God’s timing, embracing the “slow burn,” and saying “yes” to small acts of obedience have shaped her journey. This episode will encourage you to trus...
Apr 24, 2025•43 min•Season 3Ep. 67
In this episode, host Christine Caine sits down with JJ Dalton for an authentic conversation about faith, identity, and living on mission. JJ shares how navigating life as the wife of an NFL quarterback came with both privilege and pressure—and how God helped her overcome insecurity and find strength in her true identity. JJ opens up about the challenges of staying grounded in faith when the spotlight is on, raising kids with intention, and finding purpose beyond performance. This episode will i...
Apr 17, 2025•34 min•Season 3Ep. 66
In this episode, host Christine Caine sits down with author, teacher, and speaker Jada Edwards, for a powerful conversation about faith, leadership, and the true meaning of love. They unpack why love is often misunderstood and how redefining it through God’s lens can transform relationships, leadership, and even church culture. They explore why many believers struggle to love others well, the importance of addressing church hurt, and how small, consistent acts of obedience can lead to big moves ...
Apr 10, 2025•36 min•Season 3Ep. 65
In this episode, host Christine Caine sits down with her longtime friend Stephanie Sposeto for a powerful conversation about faith, healing, business, and ministry. Stephanie opens up about her difficult childhood, the pain of addiction and brokenness in her family, and how God brought deep healing and restoration. Stephanie shares how saying "yes" to God’s healing led her to a thriving marriage, raising four kids, and successfully navigating business and ministry with her husband, Dominic. From...
Apr 03, 2025•36 min•Season 3Ep. 64
In this episode, host Christine Caine sits down with her husband, Nick Caine, for an honest and heartfelt conversation about marriage, faith, and keeping love strong through every season of life. Christine and Nick discuss how their shared passion for Jesus brought them together and how they have built a fun, faith-filled marriage that has lasted through decades of ministry, parenting, and now empty nesting. They talk about avoiding comparison, creating space for each other’s growth, maintaining...
Mar 27, 2025•31 min•Season 3Ep. 63
In this episode, host Christine Caine sits down with Noemi Chavez (pastor at Revive Church and chair of the board for Exponential Español) for a powerful conversation on faith, leadership, and resilience. Noemi shares about pastoring in a multi-generational church, leading in diverse spaces, and the challenges of balancing ministry, calling, and personal health. She opens up about the pressures of being a Latina woman in leadership, the struggle with burnout, and how God reshaped her priorities....
Mar 20, 2025•43 min•Season 3Ep. 62
In this episode, host Christine Caine sits down with Brooke Thomas, founder of Live Out Loud, successful entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for women in business, to discuss how faith fuels purpose and perseverance. Brooke shares her powerful testimony of overcoming stage three cancer while pregnant, the pivotal moments that shaped her journey, and her mission to empower women to thrive in faith, business, and life. Through inspiring stories and practical insights, this episode will encourage...
Mar 13, 2025•33 min•Season 3Ep. 61
In this episode, host Christine Caine sits down with Lisa Harper to dive deep into the meaning of Easter and their new Bible study, The Promise and Power of Easter. Lisa and Christine unpack why the resurrection is the most important event in human history and how it impacts our everyday lives. With humor, deep biblical insight, and personal stories, they bring fresh perspective to the Easter story—reminding us that the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is alive in us today. Whether you...
Mar 06, 2025•28 min•Season 3Ep. 60
In this episode, host Christine Caine sits down with Jennie Allen, founder of IF:Gathering and visionary behind Gather 2025, to talk about a global movement that could change the future of the church. Jennie shares how a vivid dream led her to mobilize believers worldwide, the miraculous ways God has opened doors, and the revival happening among college students, prisoners, and nations across the globe. This powerful conversation will ignite your faith and inspire you to take part in what God is...
Feb 27, 2025•41 min•Season 3Ep. 59
In this episode, host Christine Caine sits down with team member Mattie Meese to dive into her powerful book, Don't Look Back. Inspired by Jesus' words in Luke 17:32, “Remember Lot’s wife,” Christine shares how many of us get stuck in the past, unable to move forward into the future God has for us. She opens up about her own journey of healing from trauma, the challenges of attempting to reconnect with her biological mother, and how faith has given her the strength to keep moving forward. Christ...
Feb 20, 2025•31 min
In this episode, Christine Caine speaks with Trudi Sayers, National Director of 24-7 Prayer Australia, pastor at Red Church, and mother of three, about her journey into ministry and leadership. Trudi shares how her non-linear path—including roles as an occupational therapist and teacher—prepared her for ministry. She discusses the transformative power of prayer in her leadership, her faith through a challenging cancer diagnosis, and her vision for igniting a culture of prayer in Australia. This ...
Feb 13, 2025•49 min•Season 3Ep. 58
In this episode, host Christine Caine speaks with guest Dr. Anna Morgan about her journey as a woman in ministry, overcoming challenges, and discovering her unique calling. Dr. Morgan shares insights into how God shapes leaders, the significance of relationships, and the importance of creating environments that allow women to thrive in leadership. This conversation will inspire you to embrace your God-given calling and navigate the complexities of leadership with faith and courage. SHOW NOTES: L...
Feb 06, 2025•41 min•Season 3Ep. 57
In this episode, Christine Caine welcomes Dr. Kara Powell, Executive Director of the Fuller Youth Institute. Kara believes faith-filled teenagers and young adults can change our world, but they need parents and mentors to intentionally invest in their lives. This episode will equip you to better understand today’s youth, provide you with practical ideas for discipleship, and ignite a passion within you for a future-focused church. SHOW NOTES: Intentional Investments Kara asks: “Can we as adults ...
Jan 30, 2025•31 min•Season 3Ep. 56
In this episode, Christine Caine welcomes clinical psychologist, Dr. Rhiannon DuBois, who oversees the global aftercare program for A21. Dr. Rhiannon reflects on her experience with divorce and brings practical wisdom for grieving in redemptive ways. This episode will equip you with three coping practices when dealing with trauma. SHOW NOTES: Three Coping Practices 1. Emotion-focused coping involves acknowledging and feeling the emotions surrounding your situation and then processing those emoti...
Jan 23, 2025•39 min•Season 3Ep. 55
In this episode, Christine Caine welcomes Jenn Brown, Vice President of Collaborative Partnerships at OneHope. Jenn encourages women to embrace that you cannot separate your gender from your leadership – it’s ok to bring all of yourself into your participation in the mission of God. This episode will encourage you to lead from the heart of who God created you to be and show up well in your strengths. SHOW NOTES: Heart-led Leadership Jenn emphasizes the value of female leadership due to their nat...
Jan 16, 2025•36 min•Season 3Ep. 54
In this episode, Christine Caine welcomes college professor, author, and passionate leader, Dr. Arianna Molloy. Dr. Arianna warns us not to confuse the importance of our calling with the One who called us in the first place, which often leads to a loss of self and exhaustion. Today’s conversation will equip you with the tools to avoid burnout, walk in humility, and flourish in your calling with a right perspective of God. SHOW NOTES: Healthy Calling In her book, Healthy Calling, Arianna defines ...
Jan 09, 2025•33 min•Season 3Ep. 53
In this episode, Christine Caine and Priscilla Shirer offer a wealth of wisdom about surrendering our lives fully to the plan and purposes of God, no matter the call or the cost. We often find ourselves wondering if we are hearing from God correctly, if we are overthinking, and what might happen if we “get it wrong.” In today’s conversation, Christine and Priscilla bring practical methods for checking-in with God and moving forward with confidence. SHOW NOTES: Daily Surrender Jesus says, “Whoeve...
Jan 02, 2025•35 min•Season 3Ep. 52
Listen in as Christine Caine discusses the difference between information, knowledge, and wisdom. She reminds us that the “fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge” (Proverbs 1:7) and challenges us to ask God for the wisdom (James 1:5) needed to live a godly life. If you find yourself overwhelmed by the amount of information at our fingertips and have a hunger to hear from God, listen in and find tips and encouragement to pursue Jesus today. SHOW NOTES: Wisdom Deficiency Our world is satur...
Dec 26, 2024•16 min•Season 2Ep. 51
When work, family, ministry, and extracurriculars start to pack your schedule, it’s easy to let friendships fade. In this episode, Christine Caine gets open and honest about the importance of maintaining friendships in every season, no matter how demanding schedules become. She will encourage you to make time for friends, be a good friend, and know when to let go of unhealthy relationships. You don’t want to miss this Q&A! SHOW NOTES: Be Friendly Scripture teaches that if we want friends we ...
Dec 19, 2024•22 min•Season 2Ep. 50
Today, on the podcast, we kick off a mini-series of Q&A with Christine Caine, hosted by Equip & Empower team member, Mattie Meese. In this episode, Christine Caine shares how prayer is the foundation of her life and ministry. Listen in to find encouragement today if you’ve ever wrestled with how to pray or struggled with unanswered prayers. SHOW NOTES: First Response For Christine and Nick, prayer has become a first response when navigating challenging situations in life, but it’s also t...
Dec 12, 2024•21 min•Season 2Ep. 49
Today on the podcast, Christine Caine interviews licensed professional counselor, Debra Fileta. The two discuss the importance of integrating faith and psychology, and the implications learning to do so can have on your life and leadership. If you have a dream in your heart but feel like you’re lacking the time and energy needed to execute the plan, Debra will encourage you, from her own experience, to give God the moments you do have and watch him work in inexplicable ways. SHOW NOTES: Shifting...
Dec 05, 2024•37 min•Season 2Ep. 48
