Dr. Matisa Wilbon Talks Faith, Academia, Leadership, and Resilience | Watch God Work w/ Lawrence E. Adjah

In this inspiring episode of Watch God Work, Dr. Matisa Wilbon, sociologist, educator, and ministry leader, shares her journey of faith, leadership, and resilience. From a life-altering prayer at age 16 to navigating career pivots and personal loss, Dr. Wilbon discusses how her commitment to seeking God’s Kingdom first has shaped her personal and professional path. With a heart for mentorship and a calling to empower others, Dr. Wilbon provides invaluable insights into balancing ministry, family, and career, while trusting God’s timing and provision. Dr. Matisa Wilbon reflects on her faith-filled journey, beginning with a foundational prayer at age 16 that set the tone for her life and career. Initially pursuing law, she pivoted to teaching and sociology after a divine redirection, aligning her work with her spiritual calling. As an academic, Dr. Wilbon integrates her Christian worldview into her scholarship and consulting, seeing both as avenues to serve God’s Kingdom. She shares how God guided her through personal loss, career transitions, and flourishing leadership roles. With a focus on health, balance, and trusting God’s provision, she encourages others to embrace life’s pivots and step into their purpose. [00:00] Introduction: Meet Dr. Matisa Wilbon [02:36] Foundational Prayer and Seeking the Kingdom [07:15] Discovering Her Calling: From Law to Teaching [13:42] Faith in Academia: Integrating a Christian Worldview [18:05] Leadership Gifts and Early Mentorship [22:33] Balancing Ministry and Marketplace Work [29:18] Navigating Personal Loss and Career Transitions [35:46] Health, Balance, and Self-Care as Service [40:14] Encouragement for Embracing God-Led Pivots [45:38] Upcoming Book and Vision for Empowerment Dr. Matisa Wilbon, faith and academia, Christian sociology, leadership and mentorship, ministry and marketplace, resilience through loss, navigating career pivots, Watch God Work, Lawrence Adjah, trusting God’s plan, faith in education, health and balance Inspiration and Practical Wisdom to Live a Good Life, a Godly Life. ✨ Get Lawrence’s Bestselling Book:The 100 Marriage Decisions & Declarations You Need to Make Before Getting MarriedPurchase Here: https://lawrenceadjah.com/the100marriagebook 🎧 Own Lawrence’s Audiobook of the NIV Bible:Get Your Copy Here: https://www.watchgodwork.co/books/thebibleaudiobook Watch God Work w/ Lawrence E. Adjah is a talk show providing inspiration and practical wisdom to help you live a good life, a Godly life. We focus on strengthening your most important relationships—with God, people (including yourself), work, and the world. From powerful interviews to conversations about relationships, faith, finance, wellness, culture, and current events, we help you live intentionally and faithfully. 🌟 Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE!📲 Follow us for more updates and inspiration: Instagram: @adjah_l Instagram: @WatchGodWorkTV Twitter: @adjah_l💬 Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today!