120. You're Not Powerless, Teacher-- You're Positioned w/Mom's In Prayer
Kingdom Educators with Jesica GloverShow Notes
What happens when teachers and parents pray with authority over their schools? Atmospheres shift. Hearts soften. Miracles happen. In this episode, Jesica Glover welcomes Sally Burke, President of Moms in Prayer International, for a powerful conversation about partnering with Jesus through prayer. Sally shares how a simple prayer—“Lord, teach me to pray”—sparked a global movement now covering schools in 150+ nations. Together, we’ll unpack Ephesians 6:10–18 and discover what it looks like to wear our spiritual armor as teachers on mission. You’ll walk away with stories of transformation, encouragement to stand firm in your calling, and three practical ways to pray with confidence and authority right where you teach. In this episode, you’ll hear:
How Moms in Prayer began and why it’s so vital right now Testimonies of schools and students transformed by prayer How teachers can partner with parents and intercessors to cover their schools Practical tools for praying with Kingdom authority in your classroom
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