From Miss Alabama to Real Estate: Jessica Gilmore on Faith, Family, & Career

Jamie sits down with Jessica Procter Gilmore—Miss Alabama 2017 and Miss America Top 7 finalist—to talk about her journey through pageantry, behind-the-scenes details of Miss Alabama, and how she brings purpose and service into her work as a top realtor, wife, and mom. From food insecurity advocacy to faith-filled motherhood, Jessica's story is one of grace, wisdom, and intentional living.   Episode at a Glance: How Jessica entered her first pageant with no experience—and how she eventually went on to win Miss Alabama's Outstanding Teen and Miss Alabama 2017   What it was like to compete at Miss America and meet celebrity judges like Jordin Sparks and Thomas Rhett   A behind-the-scenes look at the responsibilities and realities of being Miss Alabama   How Jessica's platform, "Step Up to the Plate," helped fight food insecurity across Alabama   The struggles she faced in pageantry and how her faith became her anchor   Her love story: Meeting her husband at Church of the Highlands   What her life looks like today as a wife, mom, and realtor, and how pageantry helped shape who she is today   Resources & Links: Single, Dating, Engaged, Married by Ben Stuart   The Awe of God by John Bevere   Follow Jessica on Instagram   Connect with Jessica on Facebook   Visit Her Website   Liked this episode? Check these out next: From Wheelchair to Walking: A Miraculous Healing Story Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify | Watch on YouTube Living Your Best Life Beyond 60 with Ally Phillips Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify | Watch on YouTube