Karen L. Connell, Ph.D. loves seeing lives and communities transformed through encounters with God’s Word and His Presence. She believes lasting change happens from the inside out, which causes her to tenaciously pursue individual, corporate, and community transformation, “I believe that the fullness of God’s glory is realized when individuals and communities are whole within, whole with God, and whole with others.”

Her mission statement is simply “Pour into others what God has poured into her.” Her heart is to raise up the next generation of leaders with the capacity to carry the wonder of God and the practical skills to translate that wonder to the world around them.

She currently oversees a private counseling practice and serves as a chaplain with the American Chaplain’s Association. Karen’s personal journey with her Savior Jesus Christ, through brokenness, triumphs, and healing; and over 40 years of leadership experience, make her an effective and anointed speaker in conferences, workshops, and retreats. She has written numerous Transformational Life Courses and you can find portions of her writing, “A Glimpse from Another World” featured in the Even More Blog. In addition, Karen has authored “Strength in Our Story” an interactive bible study engaging the life of Joseph. Strength in Our Story can be purchased on Amazon.

She and her husband, Rick, reside in the greater Atlanta area and enjoy playing with their Australian Shepherd, taking leisurely walks, watching funny movies together, playing games, and spending time with friends.

To Know the Wonder of God through His Word.

As I search out the treasures of God’s Word I find myself in awe of the character, will, attributes, and ways of God. God’s word grounds me and steadies me through the changes life brings. As new possibilities come my way, leaning into the truths of God’s Word has proven to be one of the greatest tools I have to face new challenges with wisdom and confidence. It is such a relief to know that I don’t have to have all the answers, because His Word does. And when I think I have learned all I need to know, I discover, there is even more...

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To Know the Wonder of God’s Heart through the Person of Jesus

My personal relationship with Jesus is real. My heart engages in a relationship with God that permeates every aspect of my life, both inward and outward. Being known intimately by Jesus and knowing Him personally has anchored me; equipped me; and empowered me to live authentically and boldly in the identity that best reflects Him. Experiencing His love transforms me and fuels my desire to invite others to know His heart as well. I am compelled to dive deeper into His heart because there is even more...

To Know the Wonder of Holy Spirit as Teacher, Comforter, Empowerer, and Guide

Holy Spirit is my constant companion who brings the very power and presence of God into my heart. He is my Rock. When I think I know what to pray, I discover there is even more to learn. When I don’t know what to pray, I find He faithfully guides my thoughts, words, and actions. Holy Spirit is one of the greatest sources of confidence I have. Knowing He is always with me; knowing when I feel lost that He will find me; and knowing He is constantly empowering me infuses my life with courage to stretch and boldness to explore because there is even more.