Jun 15, 2023
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Elisa's Gold Award project is called An Esther Generation. It is a ministry aimed at helping teen girls and young adult women to draw closer to God and better understand their identity and purpose in life. She provides digital resources, writing and speaking opportunities to assist people on their spiritual journeys. Elisa shares how her own faith journey was ignited by her family, who adopted daily Bible reading times, and her church which provided many resources for her. Additionally, during Covid she experienced God in a powerful and tangible way that helped to strengthen her faith.
More from Elisa:
My name is Elisa John, and I am a Girl Scout Ambassador with Troop 312 in Texas. I started Girl Scouts when I was in 3rd grade and have gone on to earn my Bronze, Silver, and Gold Awards. In my free time, I enjoy reading, photography, playing soccer, and trying new foods. I’m an introvert, and although I initially viewed this as a weakness, I’ve realized what a powerful gift this is. From a young age, I was very passionate about using my words to create change. My faith is very important to me, and as I grew older, I continued deepening my relationship with Jesus. The more I learned about Him, the more I felt called to utilize my love of writing and speaking to share the love of God with others. This ignited my spark for ministry and enabled me to create An Esther Generation ministry through my Gold Award project. My future plans are to continue growing this ministry, developing more digital resources, and organizing an annual in-person Rise Up Conference for teen girls and young adult women. My dream is to also write my own book one day.
Website: https://anesthergeneration.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anesthergeneration/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnEstherGeneration
Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3UuRmd6VkZUPvIpNRr5zsS
Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anesthergeneration
Freebies: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1i8O8hHtv_br25zVIggEDNtteDKEWV9Dc?usp=sharing
Key points from the episode:
Grow in faith and purpose.
Growth in faith and purpose is a journey that many of us have taken at some point in our lives. For some, this journey begins in childhood, when we are taught about the power of faith and the importance of having a purpose. For others, it begins later in life, when we are presented with the opportunity to explore our faith and discover our purpose.
Elisa, a Girl Scout Gold Award recipient, is a prime example of someone who has taken this journey of faith and purpose. Through her Gold Award project, Elisa sought to help teen girls and young adult women draw closer to their relationship with God and learn more about their eternal identity and purpose.
Elisa believes that the best way to learn more about who you are is to learn more about who Jesus is, and this is the focus of her project. Through Anesthesia Generation, Elisa has created an Instagram account to post encouraging content and a website with blog articles and free digital resources. Her goal is to provide girls with the tools they need to stay faithful in their relationship with God.
Elisa credits her parents for instilling in her a strong faith from a young age. Through daily Bible readings and church attendance, Elisa was able to learn more about her faith and how to use it to glorify God. Even during the pandemic, Elisa was able to find solace in her faith and use it to fuel her project.
Growth in faith and purpose is a journey that we all take at some point in our lives. For Elisa, this journey began in childhood and has only been strengthened by her Girl Scout Gold Award project. Through Anesthesia Generation, Elisa is helping other girls learn more about their faith and purpose, and inspiring them to use their gifts to glorify God.
God's promises are true.
Elisa's project was inspired by a prayer she had with her mother before starting her project. She prayed that God would use her project to touch the right people and create an internal impact. In a world filled with darkness and brokenness, Elisa believes that it is important to form connections between teens and adults. She created digital affirmation cards to help girls recognize the difference between their emotions and validating their emotions. The cards also help girls to go back to the word of God and remember His promises.
Elisa also created 31 days of prayers and journal prompts to help girls prioritize their relationship with God. She also created a worksheet to help girls understand what they are taking away from their Bible readings. In addition to these free resources, Elisa also created free small group notes so that girls can always go back and read what passages of scripture they read.
Elisa's team was made up of different members of her community and her local church. They helped her by providing support and encouragement throughout her project. Elisa's project is a shining example of how we can use our gifts to glorify God and make a difference in the lives of others.
God's promises are true, no matter what we face or what challenges we may face. Elisa's project is a testament to this truth and a reminder that we can always turn to God and His Word for hope and strength. Through Elisa's project, she is helping other girls to understand the importance of faith and to be encouraged to share their faith with others in their communities. We can all learn from Elisa's example and be inspired to use our gifts to glorify God and make a difference in the lives of others.
Trust God through your weaknesses.
When it comes to trusting God through our weaknesses, Elisa's story is a great example of how God can use our weaknesses to accomplish His will. Elisa faced rejection multiple times when trying to get her project approved, but she kept her faith and trusted that God had a plan. She was then guided by her teachers, troop leaders, church members, and pastor who all encouraged her and helped her to make her project a success. Through their guidance and support, Elisa was able to create a ministry that would equip girls and young women to grow in their faith and share their faith with others.
Elisa's story is a reminder that God can use our weaknesses to accomplish His will. We may feel discouraged when facing rejection or failure, but we can trust that God has a plan for us. We can rely on the support of others to help us through difficult times and use our gifts to make a difference in the lives of those around us. Elisa's story is an example of how trusting God through our weaknesses can lead to great things.
Trust the process, impact others.
Elisa faced several challenges when attempting to start her own business. Despite the discouragement she experienced, she decided to focus on her ministry and use her words to reach out to others. She realized that even if she only had one person in her audience, it was still just as important as having a large audience. Through her online small group, Elisa was able to grow her own faith while encouraging those around her.
Elisa also had to learn the importance of trusting that every change, no matter how discouraging, can have a positive impact on others. She learned to be willing to adapt, while still staying true to her passion and vision. Even when her project was rejected, Elisa kept going and eventually reached people who needed to hear the love of Jesus through her project.
Elisa also created a podcast to share her story. She had to research and practice with a microphone to get the hang of things. Through this process, she learned that even though things may not always be perfect, the spontaneous moments can be beautiful.
Elisa's story is a reminder to trust the process. Despite delays and discouragement, we can trust that God has a plan for us and that the right people, at the right time, will be impacted by our project.
Perseverance leads to impact.
Perseverance is an important part of life. It is easy to become discouraged and overwhelmed when faced with a challenge. Elisa's story of creating a podcast for her Gold Award project is a testament to the importance of perseverance. Despite feeling overly stimulated and discouraged, Elisa continued to work on her project. She was able to draw strength from her faith in God, and she was able to find comfort in the knowledge that her project could make a difference in someone's life.
Elisa's story is a reminder that we should trust the process, even when it is difficult. We can draw strength from our faith in God and from the support of others. We can use our gifts to make a difference in the world. We can trust that God has a plan for us and that the right people, at the right time, will be impacted by our project.
Elisa's perseverance has led to a great impact. Through her podcast, she has been able to spread hope and encouragement to many people. She has been able to connect with people and share her story. Her podcast has been a source of comfort and strength for those who are struggling with mental health issues.
Use your gifts and voice.
Elisa was in a discouraging place, feeling like she wasn't doing anything that mattered. Despite feeling hopeless, she kept on posting with the hope that someone would reach out. Then, one day, she got a message from an account called AJNK that said her post was exactly what they needed to hear. She and AJNK connected and it turned out that they were both in similar situations. Through this connection, Elisa was able to meet two amazing girls, Kaylee and Aliyah, who she now considers her closest friends. This connection changed Elisa's life and allowed her to create content for her ministry.
Elisa's story shows us the importance of using our gifts and voice. It's easy to feel like what we have to offer doesn't matter, but Elisa's story proves that it does. Our gifts and voice can be used to make a difference in the lives of others. We can use our gifts to create something bigger and better than ourselves.
Elisa also learned valuable lessons through her Girl Scout experiences. She learned how to plan, organize, and break down a project into manageable pieces. She also learned how to draft a proposal, form a team, and budget correctly. These lessons taught Elisa to be a better leader and to not just talk, but to listen, take direction, and involve others.
Elisa's story is proof that our gifts and voice can make a difference in the world.
Pursue your purpose faithfully.
No matter what our project may be, it is important to take the time to appreciate the beauty in it. We should celebrate every step and find joy in the progress we make. We should also remember that we are sharing light and hope with others and that our work matters. This can be a source of motivation when we feel overwhelmed or discouraged.
We should also be mindful of the importance of communication. Whether it be through writing, speaking, or creating resources, we should use our gifts to touch the lives of others. We should strive to make a positive impact in the world and pursue our purpose faithfully.
Elisa's story is a reminder that we should not give up on our dreams, no matter how difficult they may seem. We should keep being faithful, and trust that our work will make a difference in the lives of others.
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