126. Irene Lopez (Part 1): Miracles in the Hallways — When God Moves in Your School
Kingdom Educators with Jesica GloverShow Notes
What does it look like when God moves in your school? In this powerful episode of the Kingdom Educators Podcast, Jesica Glover sits down with veteran educator and leader Irene Lopez to share real-life testimonies of God working in public schools through everyday obedience. With over 40 years in education—as a teacher, principal, and district leader—Irene has seen firsthand how the Holy Spirit moves in classrooms, hallways, and leadership spaces when educators say yes to His prompting. If you’re a Christian teacher, school leader, or educator who desires to live out your faith in the classroom, this episode will stir your faith and remind you that your school is not just a workplace—it’s a mission field.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
What it means to be a Kingdom Educator on mission with Jesus How to hear God’s voice during a busy school day Why simple obedience creates space for God to move A powerful testimony of supernatural provision in a public school How to partner with the Holy Spirit in everyday moments with students and staff
Key Takeaway: You don’t have to do something big to be used by God in your school. God moves through small yeses, gentle nudges, and everyday faithfulness.
Resources Mentioned:
📖Miracles in the Hallway: Tales of an Ordinary Educator and an Extraordinary God by Irene Lopez Your Kingdom Classroom Course Get Your Daily Truth Declarations
Join the Community: 💬 The Gathering Place for Christian Educators (Facebook Group)Come share your testimonies and be encouraged by other Kingdom Educators on mission with Jesus.
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