John continues his conversation with Melissa Mae Jordy. In this episode, Melissa shares how difficult times prepare us for a greater purpose and what she learned from military service, bodybuilding, business, and motherhood. She also talks about the importance of obedience to God's will (even when it seems unclear) and shares her experiences with divine detours and the lessons learned from them.

In the previous episode, Melissa shared her story from growing up in poverty and surviving abuse to serving in the military and finding healing through faith.

Listen to this episode to learn more:

[00:00] - Why growth begins with letting go of your old self

[04:44] - Melissa's new approach to dating and relationships

[07:49] - Melissa's experience at the Whiteman Air Force Base

[11:02] - Leaving the military and finding a new perspective

[12:30] - Why she started bodybuilding and what it taught her

[15:51] - Why Melissa stopped competing

[18:03] - Closing her fitness centers and its effect on staff and members

[18:50] - Moving from physical fighting to spiritual fighting

[21:44] - Ministry in business vs. church walls

[24:43] - Melissa's definition of success

[25:36] - #1 daily habit

[26:15] - Traits of a great leader

[26:44] - The legacy Melissa wants to leave behind

[27:09] - How Melissa invests in her growth

[28:25] - Creating memories with her kids

[30:27] - Best way to reach out and support Melissa

[35:16] - Books recommended

[38:48] - Wrap-up

NOTABLE QUOTES:

"We want the glory. We want the goodness, and with that comes suffering."

"The reality is we live in a broken world. We live in a dark world, but the great news is God has given us authority, and he's given us power to bring light to this world."

"We're not guaranteed tomorrow. We're guaranteed today, the present moment."

"You could weep and cry about the past, or be concerned and worried about the future, or you can live today."

"If you're not mentally and spiritually sound, the physical is very challenging."

"Your gifts and talents are to be used in some sort of capacity. Don't get lethargic. Don't become a wanderer. Don't go drifting."

"If you can't find the joy in what you're doing, you shouldn't be doing it. You should be able to find the joy in everything you're doing."

"Your health is your wealth. If you have your health, you have a million wishes. If you don't have your health, you have one wish, and generally that's for your health."

"If you're still here on earth, there's still a purpose in your life."

"Those who grow need to be low. Stay humble. Understand that there's always room for more."

"We're so connected to computers and devices and social media. That's not really social. Social is people coming together in person and creating experiences in life together, not just sharing portions of their life online."

BOOKS MENTIONED:

Bloodlines: Unveiling What Was Buried, Redeeming What Was Lost by Isi Igenegba (https://a.co/d/0aWTnU4g)
The Unseen Realm: Recovering the Supernatural Worldview of the Bible by Michael S. Heiser (https://a.co/d/0dJTxnXc)
Outwitting the Devil: The Secret to Freedom and Success by Napoleon Hill (https://a.co/d/01AYWT15)

USEFUL LINKS:

https://www.melissamaejordy.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissamaejordy/

https://www.instagram.com/melissamaejordy/

https://www.facebook.com/melissa.mae.656367

https://x.com/MelissaMaeJordy

The Fighter's Mindset: Transform Adversity Into Your Ally (https://a.co/d/05UDUkR9)

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EPISODE CREDITS

Intro and Outro music provided by Jeff Scheetz - https://jeffscheetz.com/