iLEAD | Misti Blue is where strategy meets soul.

iLEAD | Misti Blue is where strategy meets soul.

by Misti Green

Education Christianity

Season 2

Beauty for Ashes: Purpose in the Pain - Episode 2: Joseph: Betrayed but Elevated

Betrayal hurts deepest when it comes from the people we trust most. Joseph knew that pain. Sold by his brothers, falsely accused in Potiphar’s house, forgotten for years in prison—his life seemed buried in ashes. Yet every setback became a step toward destiny. In Part 2 of the Beauty for Ashes: Purpose in the Pain series, Misti Green unpacks Joseph’s story from Genesis to show how: Betrayal can break your heart, but it cannot break your calling. Your pit is not permanent—it’s preparation. What others mean for evil, God can turn for good. Joseph’s journey proves that delay is not denial and that God’s elevation often comes through the very places of our deepest wounds. Your own betrayal or season of waiting may feel final, but God is still writing beauty into your story.

Beauty for Ashes: Purpose in the Pain - Episode 1: Leah: Not Chosen, Still Called

Leah’s life was marked by rejection. Bartered into marriage, overshadowed by her sister, and unloved by her husband Jacob, she knew the sting of comparison and the ache of being overlooked. Yet God’s plan for Leah did not end with her pain. In this opening episode of Beauty for Ashes: Purpose in the Pain, Misti Green unpacks Leah’s story from Genesis and shows how God turned the ashes of betrayal and unrequited love into the very soil of redemption. From Leah’s womb came Judah—the lineage of King David and ultimately Jesus Christ. This conversation invites every heart that has wrestled with rejection, betrayal, or feeling unseen to discover that: Being overlooked by people never cancels being chosen by God. Painful seasons can birth the greatest purpose. God sees what others ignore and writes beauty into the very places that feel wasted. Leah’s journey reminds us that even when people do not choose you, God still calls you, and your ashes can become the seedbed of His greatest work.

Beauty for Ashes: Purpose in the Pain - Series Trailer

Step into Beauty for Ashes: Purpose in the Pain, a special series on the iLEAD | Misti Blue Podcast. Through the lives of Leah, Joseph, Ruth, David, and Esther, you’ll see how God turns betrayal, grief, rejection, and loss into the very soil of purpose. This 5–7 minute trailer invites you to: • Recognize that restoration doesn’t rewind—it reveals what’s next. • Name the ashes you carry and trust God to redeem what you release. • Notice the quiet signs of renewal—small wins, timely encouragement, and unexpected joy. Your process is the path to your purpose. Every shake, every sift, every season of pain is preparation for the beauty God has already planned. Subscribe and follow so you don’t miss an episode of this hope-filled journey.

iLEAD Podcast: The System Is the Standard - Turnaround Work and the Weight of Leadership

Turnaround campuses are among the most challenging places to lead—but also among the most important. In this episode of the iLead Podcast, we break down what a turnaround campus really is, why so many of them serve our most marginalized students, and what it takes to flip the narrative. Drawing from real data and real examples—including Mike Miles’ bold work in Houston ISD—we discuss the systems, mindsets, and leadership required to transform a campus from failure to success. From the dangers of relying on “autopsy data” to the power of capacity building, rapid feedback, and coherent systems, this episode explores the weight and the promise of turnaround work. At the heart of it all is one fundamental principle: every student deserves access to high-quality instruction and educators who believe in their success, regardless of the barriers they face. If you don’t think that, turnaround work isn’t for you. Listen in and be challenged to rethink leadership, rebuild systems, and keep moving the needle of success for all students.

iLEAD Podcast: What's Under that Hood - Connection Before Compliance

Misti Green shares real stories of students whose struggles are often hidden behind hoodies and bravado. This episode reminds educators that connection comes before compliance and that one caring adult can transform a school’s culture.

Every Student Is Salvageable

Misti Green shares her own journey from “hallway kid” and high school dropout to educator and leader, and the story of a student whose quiet resilience reminds us that every child’s life can be transformed. This episode calls educators to look beyond behavior, lead with compassion over compliance, and become the lifeline every student deserves.

Runaway to Resilient Leader - The Relaunch

At 14, I left home with no plan, no safety net, and more fight than fear. From sleeping on couches and eating leftovers, to crossing the border with a fake ID, I should not be here today—but God’s hand carried me the whole way. In this raw episode, I share the story of resilience, grit, and faith that turned a runaway into a comeback. Anchored by Psalm 91:11 and Deuteronomy 30:3, this is a reminder that your story isn’t over. No matter how scattered you feel, God can pick up the pieces, restore what was lost, and shape you into your own comeback kid.

Faith, Failure, and Being Real

In this raw and unfiltered episode of the Misti Blue Podcast, I open up about what it means to grow up as a preacher’s daughter — seeing the beauty and the brokenness of church life — and how that shaped my faith. I talk honestly about wrestling with my humanity, my use of profanity (“I use the F-word like a comma”), and still loving Christ with everything I am. Through the story of David — a man after God’s own heart despite his failures — I share why faith isn’t about perfection, but about pursuit. If you’ve ever felt unworthy to speak about God, this conversation is for you.

Series With Maddie in Mind – Episode 1

The first episode of the 'With Maddie in Mind' series seamlessly blends the strategy of iLEAD with the soulful storytelling of Misti Blue. Inspired by a joyful three-year-old diagnosed with autism, we explore early literacy, IEPs, and parent advocacy—helping families protect their child’s joy while building strong futures. Visit my website for downloadable resources to help you understand and navigate the system as your child's most prominent advocate: https://www.ileadmb.com/media-resources

The Weight of the Wait: Finding Purpose in the Wilderness

Waiting seasons are some of the most difficult to navigate. In this episode, Misti unpacks the emotional weight of waiting—when prayers seem unanswered, doors stay closed, and silence fills the space. Through personal stories, scripture, and soulful reflection, she reminds listeners that the wilderness isn’t punishment—it’s preparation. You may feel forgotten, but God is still working. Stay rooted. Stay anchored.

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