How Joy and Gratitude Impact Your Leadership

True joy isn’t found in a perfect life—it’s forged in the valleys, refined in the storms, and anchored in the unchanging character of God. In this episode, host Christine Caine and Professor and Associate Dean in the Division of Communication at Biola University Dr. Joy Qualls unpack what it means to cultivate joy as a spiritual discipline, a leadership strength, and a lifeline in seasons of pain. They explore how gratitude reshapes perspective, why worship is a weapon against discouragement, and how joy impacts every person you influence. If you’ve ever felt your circumstances stealing your joy, this conversation will give you tools to reclaim it—and live with the strength only God’s joy can provide.

SHOW NOTES:
Redefining Joy in a World That Chases Happiness
Christine and Joy open the conversation by distinguishing between fleeting happiness and the deep, resilient joy that comes from knowing God.

The Valleys That Shape Us
Joy shares personal seasons of loss, disappointment, and uncertainty, and how God met her in the middle of them—not with instant fixes, but with sustaining presence.

Gratitude as a Spiritual Discipline
How daily thankfulness shifts our perspective from scarcity to abundance, even when nothing in our circumstances has changed.

Leadership That Flows From Joy
Joy explains how leaders who are anchored in God’s joy create healthier cultures, inspire resilience in others, and model a life that isn’t shaken by external pressure.

Practical Ways to Guard Your Joy
From boundaries to spiritual rhythms, Joy and Christine outline intentional steps to protect the wellspring of joy in your heart.

Find Dr. Joy Qualls on Instagram at @madamspeaker.
Keep up with her at joyqualls.com

LISTEN NOW

.

Get notified every time a new podcast Episode comes out

By completing this form, you agree to receive communication from Propel Women and Equip & Empower Ministries.

.