Show Notes
What are you carrying alone that Jesus is inviting you to entrust to Him? Friend, sometimes the weight of teaching follows us home. A conversation keeps replaying. Feedback becomes a question about our worth. Preparing for tomorrow turns into trying to prove we’re enough. In this episode of The Connected Educator: Abiding in Jesus, Teaching from His Victory, I share a painful experience from my recent practicum—and how Jesus met me through encouragement, honest conversation, and support as I worked through the hurt. Together, we’ll slow down with Scripture and explore Jesus’ invitation to bring Him what we’re carrying, receive His care, and take our next faithful step with Him. In this episode, we explore:
Recognizing when a difficult experience becomes a damaging conclusion about who you are. Receiving Jesus’ rest while continuing to learn, practice, and grow. Releasing hurt and walking through forgiveness, sometimes one layer at a time. Discerning your responsibilities and entrusting unfinished outcomes to Jesus. Receiving practical support and setting boundaries as you depend on Him.
You’ll also have space for a guided reflection to bring one specific concern to Jesus and consider what is yours to do—and what you can entrust to His care. A simple practice for your week At the end of one school day, take a few minutes with Jesus. Name what needs follow-up, then name what you cannot control. You might pray: “Jesus, help me do my part with You. I entrust these people and the unfinished outcomes to Your care. Help me receive Your care for me tonight.” Stay connected—and save December 1 For encouragement as you learn to release pressure and receive from Jesus, visit kingdomeducators.com and join my mailing list. And mark your calendar for our online Winter ReCONNECT Experience on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, from 6–7:30 p.m. Central! We’ll practice what we’re exploring this season: bringing Jesus what we’re carrying, receiving His truth and care, and learning to teach connected in our actual school lives. It’s an opportunity to slow down with Him before the semester ends and receive direction for your next faithful steps. Join the mailing list so you receive registration details and don’t miss what’s coming. I would love for you to be part of this time together! Scriptures explored
Matthew 11:28–30 — Come to Jesus, learn from Him, and receive rest for your soul. 1 Peter 5:7 — Entrust your cares to Him because He cares for you. Ephesians 2:5–6 — Remember that you are made alive, raised, and seated with Christ by grace. John 15:5 — Remain connected to Jesus, your Source of life and fruitfulness.
Your assignment matters. Your heart matters, too. Stay connected to Jesus. You don’t have to hold it all together.
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