Jessica Mathisen hails from Marietta, Georgia, and graduated from the University of Georgia in 2010 with a degree in Early Childhood Education. After graduation, she moved to Chihuahua, Mexico, where she taught elementary grades at a mission school. Upon returning to Athens, she taught for another four years in the public school system and at Downtown Academy. Jessica and Rory met on eHarmony in 2014, and unbeknownst to them, they both attended Watkinsville First Baptist Church, where she is now the Executive Administrative Assistant. They were married in 2015, and you can find them in Athens, Georgia, hanging out with friends, eating yummy food, or reading on the couch with their dog, Bailey.
In this episode, Jessica reminds us we don’t have to be perfect to pursue our dream. In fact, our desire for perfection can often stand in the way of our dream. She encourages us that our dream is really God’s dream, and it’s meant for His glory and the good of others. You’re going to love her story about being bold with her former boss to go after a need she knew she could fill. (Don’t we all need a little more boldness as we walk towards our dreams?) You’ll also learn from her why it’s so important to share your dreams with others.
You’ll find the show notes, links to the resources mentioned, and all the ways to connect with Jessica, here: http://www.merrittonsa.com/podcast/88
MENTIONED ON THE SHOW:
Christian Women’s Job Corps via the Southern Baptist Convention
The Quest Study Journal by Beth Moore
The Passion Translation
YouVersion Bible App
Annie Down’s Qideas talk on One Calling, Multiple Expressions
Podcasts:
The Happy Hour with Jamie Ivey
That Sounds Fun with Annie Downs
Going Scared with Jessica Honnegar
BOOKS:
I Will Love You Forever by Cori Salchert & Marianne Hering
Two Weak Women and Amazing Grace on Faith, vision, miracles to build Fellowship Vally near Clarkesville, Georgia
Fiercehearted: Life Fully, Love Bravely by Holley G
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