Jodi Detrick > Quotes

“The shoes of leadership have many ways to pinch and blister the feet of those who walk in them. But here's the thing, when we do walk in them despite the difficulties and challenges, our gait gradually changes from an ungainly, self-conscious toddle to a poised, purposeful stride that inspires trust in those who follow.”
― Jodi Detrick, The Jesus-Hearted Woman

“Being humble is not based on your personality type. It’s far deeper than that. It’s a spiritual posture—an internal bending of the knee, the heart bowing in honor and service, both to God and others. It’s the willingness to exercise our gifts at floor level, if that’s where we’re needed and where we can make a difference.”
― Jodi Detrick, The Jesus-Hearted Woman:10 Leadership Qualities for Enduring and Endearing Influence

“I don’t want to live a safe life—not at the cost of courage and the opportunity to make a difference for someone else. Psalm 138:3 says, “When I called, you answered me; you greatly emboldened me.” Another version puts it, “you”
― Jodi Detrick, The Jesus-Hearted Woman Devotional: 10 Qualities for Enduring and Endearing Influence

“No matter what comes into your field of vision today, the most priceless thing you will see is always the next face before you.”
― Jodi Detrick, The Jesus-Hearted Woman:10 Leadership Qualities for Enduring and Endearing Influence

“F. Scott Fitzgerald said, “Never confuse a single defeat with a final defeat.” Please don’t. That really would be too bad.”
― Jodi Detrick, The Jesus-Hearted Woman:10 Leadership Qualities for Enduring and Endearing Influence

“Perspective. Maybe it’s not a view from the heights we need, but a view from the floor. You could always go lower.”
― Jodi Detrick, The Jesus-Hearted Woman:10 Leadership Qualities for Enduring and Endearing Influence

“Every experience God gives us, every person He puts into our life, is the perfect preparation for the future that only He can see.”
― Jodi Detrick, The Jesus-Hearted Woman:10 Leadership Qualities for Enduring and Endearing Influence