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Ever wondered why some incredibly intelligent people struggle to connect with others or lead effectively? The missing piece might be emotional intelligence – a critical component for Christians seeking to fulfill their purpose.

Emotional intelligence (EQ) encompasses your ability to recognize and regulate emotions in yourself and others. While IQ measures your cognitive abilities and technical skills, EQ determines how well you navigate relationships, manage conflict, and influence those around you. As Brandon and Isabel break down in this fourth episode of their "Planning for Your Purpose" series, Jesus himself modeled the perfect balance – spending 30 years mastering his craft as a carpenter while demonstrating impeccable emotional intelligence in his relationships.

Daniel Goleman's framework divides emotional intelligence into four quadrants: self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management. Each area contains specific skills Christians need to develop, from accurately assessing your own emotions to empathizing with others. These abilities don't just make you more effective professionally – they directly connect to Jesus's call for believers to be "salt and light" in the world. Without emotional intelligence, our attempts to disciple others and exhibit Christ-like leadership fall flat.

The hosts share personal examples of growth in these areas, from learning to identify emotions in real-time to navigating the complexities of ministry leadership. They emphasize how emotional regulation, transparency, and resilience all stem from a secure identity in Christ – setting up perfectly for their final episode in the series. Whether you're leading a ministry, raising a family, or simply wanting to make a greater impact for the Kingdom, this episode provides practical insights for growing your emotional intelligence and fulfilling your God-given purpose with excellence.

Ready to become more emotionally intelligent and effective in your calling? Listen now, then connect with us on Instagram @ontrack_official to continue the conversation about using emotional intelligence to live out your purpose.

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Discipline and self-control aren't just religious concepts—they're powerful spiritual weapons that unlock your God-given purpose. Brandon and Isabel Dimond dive deep into Proverbs 21:5, revealing how "the plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance" while hasty, undisciplined living inevitably leads to spiritual poverty.

Through vulnerable personal stories, the hosts share their struggles with maintaining discipline. Brandon recounts a three-year period where lack of self-control trapped him in cycles of sin, while Isabel confesses to once being so rigidly structured she "was more of a robot than human." Their journeys highlight a crucial truth: finding the sweet spot of spirit-led discipline doesn't happen overnight.

The conversation takes a practical turn when Brandon explains how the enemy uses distraction to derail destiny. "He loves making your life seem haywire when in reality it's not," Brandon notes. Isabel adds that doubt becomes particularly dangerous when God's promises take years or decades to manifest—a biblical pattern we often forget in our instant-gratification culture.

Structure emerges as the antidote to distraction, with the hosts offering actionable strategies for "calendarizing" your life. Unlike typical calendar users who only note major appointments, they recommend mapping your entire day to identify time-wasters and intentionally allocate moments toward purpose-driven activities. Their Google Calendar color-coding system and task management techniques provide a framework anyone can implement.

Perhaps most powerfully, Brandon closes with a litmus test for authentic purpose: "Whatever the Lord's going to call you into, it's going to be sacrificial...not for your own personal gain, but for God's glory and to progress His kingdom." This challenging insight invites listeners to examine their ambitions through a kingdom lens.

Ready to break free from distraction and walk in divine discipline? Connect with us on Instagram @ontrack_official and join us next week as we explore emotional intelligence in our continuing series on planning for your purpose.

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The divine attributes of God aren't just theological concepts—they're the blueprint for authentic living. Brandon and Isabel Dimond take listeners on a profound journey through the characteristics of God and how understanding these attributes equips us to fulfill our purpose while defending against spiritual attacks.

Starting with Ephesians 2:10—"We are God's masterpiece"—the hosts unpack what it means to be created in God's image, designed to reflect His love, mercy, faithfulness, and compassion. Unlike other creations that God simply called "good," humanity was declared "very good"—a testament to our special place in His heart and plan.

What makes this exploration particularly refreshing is the hosts' vulnerable approach. They don't present these characteristics as unattainable ideals but share from personal experience how daily "FaceTime" with God transforms us from the inside out. Brandon candidly shares how this connection helped him navigate depression, restoring his ability to identify and process emotions authentically. Isabel reveals how both hosts, as empaths, have learned to recognize and escape relationships with people who sought to take advantage of their compassionate nature.

The conversation takes a decisive turn when they expose the tactics of the enemy—distraction, dysfunction, confusion, addiction, and idolatry. With remarkable clarity, they reveal how Satan plants seeds of doubt just as he did in the Garden with Eve, asking "Did God really say...?" Their discussion serves as both warning and wisdom for listeners trying to discern the source of various influences in their lives.

Perhaps most encouraging is their emphasis that no one is ever "too far gone" for restoration. God always provides a way of escape from temptation, and in Christ, we become entirely new creations—not with wiped memories, but with rejuvenated souls daily sustained by His presence.

Whether you're struggling to break free from destructive patterns, seeking to deepen your understanding of God's nature, or simply wanting to live with greater purpose, this episode offers both spiritual insight and practical guidance for the journey. Join us next week as we explore practical steps for preparation, planning, and purposeful action.

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