The Jess Connolly Podcast

This is our last conversation of March, which has been centered around running our race. This week, while Jess is out of town, you get to hear from the other members of Team Go + Tell Gals! In this episode, you’ll hear about how each of us got started out in our roles, our favorite (and hardest) parts of what we all do here at Go + Tell Gals, what keeps each of us running our race, and one thing we’d say to each of you to encourage you as you go. If you’ve listened to this series and wondered what running your own race looks like, and even asked if it’s okay if it looks different than someone else’s – this episode is for you. Anna, Henslee, Caroline, and Emily candidly share what running each of their races looks like, and we hope that you’re encouraged by how different their answers are. We pray this episode encourages you to keep going in whatever God has called you to. You were placed right where you’re at, running the race you’re in, on purpose. God is mighty in you and your mission. Don’t miss: FREE ‘RUN YOUR RACE’ GUIDE: Download our free guide to encourage you to keep going while you run your own race, whatever that looks like for you. GO + TELL GALS COMMUNITY: Have you joined our community Facebook group? We dive deeper into topics shared on the podcast, we share about our products and exclusive discounts, and really - we just connect women on mission with one another. Join here!

Let’s start this week off with some good news. Listen to this Monday Mini podcast episode for some quick and practical encouragement to kick off your week and ground you in your calling. No matter what this upcoming week brings our way, we can start it off centering ourselves on the good of others and the glory of God. Last week we talked about our weaknesses. Today, we’re going to talk about our strengths. We’ve noticed that women (ourselves included) are hesitant to name and stand in our strengths. We’ve been conditioned to be scared of our God-given strength. But – God isn’t afraid of making us strong. "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." Isaiah 40:31 You have inherent strength, if by grace through faith you walk with God. The same power that raised Jesus Christ from the dead is alive and at work in and through you. We’ve confused glorifying God for the strengths He’s given us with pride – and nothing could be further from the truth. We’re not prideful for giving glory to the One who gave us our strengths. By failing to acknowledge areas where He has strengthened us, we’re missing out on claiming some healing and hope for our own lives AND missing out on serving others by using that strength for good. You don’t have to live in the narrative that you are a victim and life is happening to you. Life is hard. Eternity is real. The kingdom of heaven is on your side and in Jesus’ name, you are strong. God is mighty in you – and we mean that. We’ll see you Thursday!

This month, our conversations on the podcast have been centered around the idea of Running our Race. That continues this week, as Jess sits down with Nicole Zasowski to talk about how we can create a rhythm of celebration in our lives. In her latest book, What if it’s Wonderful?, Nicole speaks into the act of celebrating while running our race and what it means to celebrate no matter the season. This episode is for you if you’ve ever wondered: Am I celebrating my steps along the way? Who or what am I celebrating today? How can I celebrate, even when I don’t feel like it? What would an ongoing, consistent rhythm of celebration look like in my life? We pray this episode (and the rest of this series) encourages you to keep going in whatever God has called you to. You were placed right where you’re at, running the race you’re in, on purpose. God is mighty in you and your mission. Also in this episode: GO TEAMS: Have you heard about Go Teams? In this episode, you’ll hear from some of our past Go Teams gals: Liz Cox, Ogy Tayo, Liz LaVoie, and Nicci Morelli, on how Go Teams equipped and encouraged them to take their next steps. Go Teams are open for registration now, for the only time in 2022. Learn more or join at this link, and don’t forget to use the code ONYOURTEAM for $100 off your registration! Don’t miss: FREE ‘RUN YOUR RACE’ GUIDE: Download our free guide to encourage you to keep going while you run your own race, whatever that looks like for you. GO + TELL GALS COMMUNITY: Have you joined our community Facebook group? We dive deeper into topics shared on the podcast, we share about our products and exclusive discounts, and really - we just connect women on mission with one another. Join here!

Let’s start this week off with some good news. Listen to this Monday Mini podcast episode for some quick and practical encouragement to kick off your week and ground you in your calling. No matter what this upcoming week brings our way, we can start it off centering ourselves on the good of others and the glory of God. Here’s the deal, right off the bat: your weakness is not a liability. How can we know? Let’s turn to 2 Corinthians 12:9. But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. Here are some questions to ask when you feel tempted to hide or discount your weaknesses: Is this a kingdom weakness or a cultural weakness? What is God building in you through this weakness? Is there a big picture, and how can you trust in that? Owning your weaknesses takes power away from the enemy and gives it to God. Confessing your weaknesses brings the refreshment that many of us are desperate for. Refusing to apologize for kingdom strengths that may be cultural weaknesses helps you – and every woman around you. Wherever you feel weak right now, God is not surprised or taken aback. God is mighty in you and your weaknesses are not a liability. We’ll see you Thursday!

We're continuing on our podcast series about running our race with a conversation with Bob Goff all about staying the course of what God has called us to without distractions. Bob is known for balloons, life-changing books, and publicly sharing his phone number. In this conversation, Jess and Bob talk about the latter two and what exactly living undistracted means in regard to our mission. If you ever wonder: How to live undistracted as a hardworking, multitasking woman of mission What living undistracted may cost us How comparison distracts us What are some practical strategies for living undistracted …then this episode is for you. We pray this episode (and the rest of this series) encourages you to keep going in whatever God has called you to. You were placed right where you’re at, running the race you’re in, on purpose. God is mighty in you and your mission. Also in this episode: Books by Bob: Undistracted (just released!) | Dream Big | Love Does | Everybody Always CALL-IN COACHING: Don’t miss this call-in coaching segment that gives real-life, practical advice for multi-missional women who REALLY feel distracted. Jess coaches Go and Tell Gals coach, Heather Gage, on how she can implement strategies to live life less distracted. We love a practical strategy, and this podcast segment gives just that! Abide, the #1 Christian meditation app. Get started now with 25% off a premium subscription by downloading the Abide app at abide.co/gals. You’ll get additional stories and meditations, premium music, soothing sounds, and more. GO TEAMS: Have you heard about Go Teams? If you want to start a podcast, write a book, teach the Bible, or start a small business, then our group coaching program Go Teams is for you. The waitlist is open now – join here for a discount and first chance to register! Don’t miss: FREE ‘RUN YOUR RACE’ GUIDE: Download our free guide to encourage you to keep going while you run your own race, whatever that looks like for you. GO + TELL GALS COMMUNITY: Have you joined our community Facebook group? We dive deeper into topics shared on the podcast, we share about our products and exclusive discounts, and really - we just connect women on mission with one another. Join here!

Let’s start this week off with some good news. Listen to this Monday Mini podcast episode for some quick and practical encouragement to kick off your week and ground you in your calling. No matter what this upcoming week brings our way, we can start it off-centering ourselves on the good of others and the glory of God. Have you ever wondered if you’re in the right spot? We’re looking to Psalm 16:6 for encouragement and affirmation that we are. You’re in the right spot because God is there. Do you feel like you’re not enough or too much for the space you’re in? What if that wasn’t even possible? Declare His worthiness. Do you feel like there’s nothing good here? What if that wasn’t even possible? Count the fruit. Do you feel like you’ve made a mistake along the way? You can fix it. We can get caught up in comparing ourselves to what we see on the left or the right. Our spot may very well look different than someone else’s. We can get caught up in questioning whether or not God is here if this is on purpose. You’re in the right spot because God is there. Let’s start this week off by agreeing that right, where we’re at, is beautiful and on purpose. You were placed right where you’re at to go and tell. We're praying over your week, and we believe that God is mighty in you. We'll see you Thursday!

Last week in our ‘Running Your Race’ podcast series we went deep; this week, we’re going light! We’ve been contemplating this episode for months – it’s unlike anything we’ve ever done before, but we’re so excited about it. Are you ready to hear what we’re talking about? Here’s the thing – being women on mission can be tough. It can be heavy. It’s good for us to be whole and human – to have an outlet outside of our everyday reality, to be able to relate with people we encounter, to enjoy the talents of some of God’s creation. For many of us, that means watching TV. How do we keep things light and enjoy television for entertainment, but still learn from what we’re consuming? Go with us if you want - this is a fun one! We start with a disclaimer right at the beginning: we know this episode isn’t for everyone, and that’s okay! If you prefer interviews or coaching sessions, we get it – if this doesn’t serve you, we’ll catch you next week! (Make sure to download our Running Your Race guide – it’s a free tool designed to help encourage you as you run your own race, whatever that looks like for you!) In this episode, Jess and her lifelong friend JPH (Jennie) are talking about: When we watch TV Why we love watching TV (the lightness, the culture, how it relates to women) And specific TV shows that we’re drawing valuable life lessons from, like: the Real Housewives (yes, really), Yellowstone, Downton Abbey, the West Wing, Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and more Also in this episode: Abide, the #1 Christian meditation app. Get started now with 25% off a premium subscription by downloading the Abide app at abide.co/gals. You’ll get additional stories and meditations, premium music, soothing sounds, and more. Don’t miss: GO TEAMS: Have you heard about Go Teams? If you want to start a podcast, write a book, teach the Bible, or start a small business, then our group coaching program Go Teams is for you. The waitlist is open now – join here for a discount and first chance to register! FREE ‘RUN YOUR RACE’ GUIDE: Download our free guide to encourage you to keep going while you run your own race, whatever that looks like for you. GO + TELL GALS COMMUNITY: Have you joined our community Facebook group? We dive deeper into topics shared on the podcast, we share about our products and exclusive discounts, and really - we just connect women on mission with one another. This community is free and it's waiting for you! Join here.

Join us for our very first Monday Mini podcast episode. Basically, we just want to provide some good news for your Monday, to kick off your week with something that is both life-giving and also practically helps you live out your calling. No matter what this upcoming week brings our way, we can start it off centering ourselves on the good of others and the glory of God. You are known by God. Isn’t it funny how people say, “God only knows” or, “Lord knows” when they don’t actually know the definite answers to something? But, truly - God really does know.  Everyone wants to know God, but what if we take the time this week to be known by God? Let's turn to Psalm 139. God knows how weak you feel and He called you anyhow. God knows what you need before you do. God knows the mistakes you’ll make and He still appointed you. He knows the end of this story. He knows your thoughts and fears, you don’t have to hide them in shame.  You are known by God and that is grace. You are known by God and that is friendship. You are known by God and acknowledging that leads to power. How would you live this week, your life, differently if you acknowledged that you’re known by God? You're known, seen, loved, and held. How does that change the way you go and tell? We're praying over your week, and we believe that God is mighty in you. We'll see you Thursday!

This month on the GATG podcast, we’re talking about running our race - throwing off what hinders us and pressing into what we’ve been called to. This episode with Jess’s husband, Nick Connolly, is a follow-up conversation to Nick’s interview back in 2018 (listen here!) – at the time, they were both pretty fresh off the heels of wanting to quit. In light of this month’s theme, we wanted to hear from Nick again, over 3 years later, to see what has changed, how he has processed this subject, and really – how we can keep going. Nick answers: What is his current calling What most makes him want to quit How we can encourage our partners and friends when they need to keep going Plus he shares his thoughts on resistance We pray this episode (and the rest of this month’s episodes) encourages you to keep going as you run your race. You were placed right where you’re at on purpose, and God is mighty in you. Also in this episode: Abide, the #1 Christian meditation app. Get started now with 25% off a premium subscription by downloading the Abide app at abide.co/gals. You’ll get additional stories and meditations, premium music, soothing sounds, and more. Don’t miss: GO TEAMS: Have you heard about Go Teams? If you want to start a podcast, write a book, teach the Bible, or start a small business, then our group coaching program Go Teams is for you. The waitlist is open now – join here for a discount and first chance to register! FREE ‘RUN YOUR RACE’ GUIDE: Download our free guide to encourage you to keep going while you run your own race, whatever that looks like for you. GO + TELL GALS COMMUNITY: Have you joined our community Facebook group? We dive deeper into topics shared on the podcast, we share about our products and exclusive discounts, and really - we just connect women on mission with one another. This community is free and it's waiting for you! Join here.

This episode continues the conversation started back in Episode 121 about boundaries. We get a lot of questions about boundaries for women on mission, so we’ve devoted an entire month of podcast episodes to this exact topic. Whether you have zero boundaries set in your own life, are skeptical about setting boundaries, or are the most boundaried human ever, you’re welcome to join this discussion. It’s our hope that these episodes will address the challenges women on mission face with setting and honoring boundaries, give some Scriptural backing to boundary setting, and share some helpful resources. In this episode, we walk through five pain points on boundaries: When our boundaries disappoint people When you have to set boundaries on good things When boundaries go too far When our boundaries are broken A note on pleasing people Also in this episode: GO TEAMS: Have you heard about Go Teams? If you want to start a podcast, write a book, teach the Bible, or start a small business, then our group coaching program Go Teams is for you. CALL-IN COACHING: Don’t miss our very first call-in coaching segment! Jess coaches Go and Tell Gals coach, Chrissy Huffman, on her boundaries. Chrissy has a hard time saying ‘no’ to people and things because they’re typically good things and she doesn’t want to disappoint people. We can all benefit from hearing the very practical coaching Jess gives to Chrissy about this topic. The role-playing scenario was so helpful to see all the way walked out! BOOKS ON BOUNDARIES: Boundaries by Dr. Henry Cloud Safe People by Dr. Henry Cloud Sacred Rhythms by Ruth Haley Barton Don’t miss: FEBRUARY GIVEAWAY: Don’t miss our February giveaway! Leave a review OR share about the GATG podcast on Instagram (and tag us!) - then let us know here that you entered. We’ll choose a winner of an item of choice from the GATG Shop as a thank you! Enter here. FREE BOUNDARIES GUIDE: Download our free boundaries guide to begin naming and communicating your own personal boundaries. GO + TELL GALS COMMUNITY: Have you joined our community Facebook group? We dive deeper into topics shared on the podcast, we share about our products and exclusive discounts, and really - we just connect women on mission with one another. This community is free and it's waiting for you! Join here.