Ep 70 with Jackie Hill Perry: Why Presence Matters More Than Platform and Performance

In this episode, host Christine Caine has a rich and honest conversation with Jackie Hill Perry about spiritual growth, pruning, and obedience. Jackie shares the purpose behind her six-month social media fast and how it's led to deeper intimacy with God, a renewed perspective on identity, and the refining process of laying down even good things. Together, they unpack why true transformation happens offstage, in private, when we embrace pruning and choose obedience—even when it costs us. Listen in for encouragement to pursue God above all else. SHOW NOTES:Choosing the Wilderness: Why Jackie Stepped Away from Social MediaJackie shares how intentional time away is helping her rediscover her identity, quiet distractions, and deepen her dependence on God. Obedience in the OrdinaryFrom motherhood to marriage, Jackie discusses how spiritual power is just as necessary in the mundane as it is on stage. The Deception of Fruitfulness Without Full SurrenderThey explore how distractions, even good ones, can cap our joy and fruitfulness if we aren’t fully surrendered. New Levels, New Battles: Why Obedience Must Grow with InfluenceChristine and Jackie talk about how spiritual responsibility increases with influence and why deep consecration is non-negotiable. Eternal Rewards and Lasting ImpactThis conversation challenges us to shift our focus from short-term applause to long-term, eternal rewards—and why our secret obedience matters most. Follow Jackie Hill Perry, @jackiehillperry Follow Christine @ChristineCaine Get your FREE reflection guide for journaling prompts or use it as a discussion guide with your community at PropelWomen.org/Podcast.   Subscribe now so you don’t miss an episode, and don’t forget to leave a review! See you next week on the Propel Women Life & Leadership Podcast.  You can connect with us further at PropelWomen.org or on Instagram, Facebook, X, and Threads @PropelWomen. We can’t wait to hang out with you in your car, during your workout, or wherever you listen to podcasts!  — Propel Women is an initiative of Equip & Empower Ministries founded by Christine Caine.  We EMPOWER women with biblical wisdom and encouragement, EQUIP women with practical training and education, and MOBILIZE women by providing hands-on leadership opportunities. No matter where a woman has influence – in an office, in her community, at home with her family, or in ministry – Propel is driven by a calling to equip and mobilize women to become effective co-laborers with Christ and make a difference within their unique spheres of influence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices