In this episode of The Greater Call, host Mark Immelman is joined by author, podcaster, and Bible teacher Emily Trotter for a powerful conversation about persistent faith through the story of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15. Together, they unpack the courage, humility, boldness, and unwavering trust of a woman who refused to walk away when seeking help from Jesus. This episode explores what her example teaches us about leadership, parenting, resilience, and trusting God in the waiting.

Key Themes
🎙️ The persistent faith of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15
🎙️ Humility and boldness can exist together
🎙️ Leadership often requires courage, composure, and discernment
🎙️ Growth often happens in the waiting, the wrestling, and the discomfort
🎙️ Women in Scripture model remarkable strength, faith, and resilience
🎙️ Parenting, legacy, and trusting God through trials
🎙️ God’s blessings often come through perseverance, not ease

Memorable Quotes
“Belief and faith can overcome any obstacle.”
“Humility and boldness aren’t mutually exclusive.”
“Where there’s blessing, there’s a wrestle.”
“Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is stay persistent.”
“God doesn’t ever just give you what you ask for. A lot of the time, you have to wait.”

Scripture References
• Matthew 15:21–28
• Genesis 32 — Jacob wrestling with God
• Hebrews 11 / heroes of the faith
• Proverbs 31:25
• Matthew 12:34
• Psalm reference discussed: Be still and know that I am God
• Hebrews 4:12 referenced in discussion about the Word being living and active

About Our Guest
Emily Trotter is an author, podcaster, and Bible teacher known for her encouraging, honest, and Scripture-rooted perspective on faith and everyday life. In this conversation, she joins Mark to reflect on the often-overlooked story of the Canaanite woman and the deep leadership and life lessons found in her persistent faith.

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✨ Be full of joy in all things, no matter where you are. Be thankful. Go and be a legend! ✨

In this episode of The Greater Call, host Mark Immelman is joined by golf legend Dottie Pepper for a powerful conversation on female heroes of the faith. Together they explore the strength, courage, and legacy of Mary (mother of Jesus), the Woman at the Well, and Mary Magdalene—and why their stories are essential to understanding God’s call, leadership, and resilience.

Key Themes

🎙️ Why women in Scripture are pillars of courage, faith, and legacy
🎙️ Mary’s courage: obedience, risk, and motherhood under pressure
🎙️ The Woman at the Well: redemption, bold witness, and “living water”
🎙️ Mary Magdalene: devotion, transformation, and the first resurrection witness
🎙️ Leadership lesson: sometimes the most powerful thing you can do is be present

Memorable Quotes

“She is clothed with strength and dignity. She can laugh at the days to come.” – Proverbs 31:25
“God doesn’t call the qualified. He qualifies the called.” – (Referenced in conversation)
“If you need something done… find a woman.” – Mark Immelman

Scripture References

• Proverbs 31:25
• Mary, mother of Jesus (Gabriel’s announcement / Mary’s obedience)
• John 2 — Wedding at Cana (water into wine)
• John 4 — The Woman at the Well
• Resurrection accounts (Mary Magdalene as first witness)

About Our Guest
Dottie Pepper is a Hall of Fame professional golfer and one of the most respected voices in golf broadcasting. She joins Mark to highlight the often-overlooked strength and spiritual leadership of women in Scripture.

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✨ Be full of joy in all things, no matter where you are. Be thankful. Go and be a legend! ✨

In this episode of The Greater Call, host Mark Immelman welcomes Pastor JC Worley, Lead Pastor of Go Church (Atlanta), for a candid conversation on Peter—the disciple Mark calls “The Impulsive Rock.” Together they unpack Peter’s highs and lows: bold faith, quick emotion, real failure, and powerful restoration—showing how God uses imperfect people who simply say “yes.”

From stepping out of the boat to denying Jesus by the fire, this episode highlights why the greater call is rarely comfortable—and why faith, availability, and grace are the building blocks of lasting leadership and legacy.

Key Themes

🎙️ Peter’s story: impulsive, emotional, inconsistent—and chosen
🎙️ God speaks to our future, not just our present (identity before readiness)
🎙️ The greater call is often uncomfortable—and that’s the point
🎙️ Faith to step out of the boat, even when critics are loud
🎙️ Failure is inevitable—what you do after failure matters most
🎙️ Grace mirrors failure: restoration is real and repeated

Memorable Quotes

“My answer is yes, Lord. Now what is your question?” – JC Worley
“I’d rather have to calm someone’s passion down than try to ignite a flame.” – JC Worley
“If it’s uncomfortable, it’s most likely God.” – JC Worley

Scripture References

• Matthew 4:18–20 — Jesus calls Peter: “Follow Me”
• Matthew 16:13–23 — Peter’s confession / “Get behind me, Satan”
• Matthew 14:22–33 — Peter walks on water
• Matthew 26:69–75 — Peter denies Jesus three times
• John 21:15–19 — Jesus restores Peter: “Do you love Me?”
• Matthew 6:33 — “Seek first the Kingdom…”
• Mark 9:14–29 — “This kind comes only by prayer and fasting”
• Acts 2 — Peter preaches at Pentecost

About Our Guest
Pastor JC Worley is the Lead Pastor of Go Church in Atlanta. He recently released his book Deeper 21, a practical devotional on experiencing the power of prayer and fasting over 21 days.

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✨ Be full of joy in all things, no matter where you are. Be thankful. Go and be a legend! ✨