CURRICULUM RESOURCES
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Welcome to The Big Sis Series 👯♀️
with Your Virtual Mentor, Leighton
No mentor yet? No worries! Think of me as your virtual big sister, walking alongside you through More Precious Than Pearls until God brings the right mentor into your life. (And when He does, I hope you invite her to go through it with you!)
Check out the videos and resources created just for you as you journey through More Precious Than Pearls! ❤︎
12 SESSION VIDEOS 📼
📖 *BRAND NEW*: Session Companion Videos
These 6–8 minute videos are designed to go hand-in-hand with each of the 12 sessions in More Precious Than Pearls. Think of them as a quick introduction before you dive into the book—filled with biblical encouragement, key takeaways, and practical wisdom to help you get the most from each session. Be sure to check back as new session videos are gradually rolling out.
The Big Sis Series 👯♀️ YouTube Playlist
(BRAND NEW, ROLLING OUT AS OF JULY 2026!)
📽️ SESSION 1 VIDEO: IDENTITY IN CHRIST
📽️ SESSION 2 VIDEO: POWER OF PRAYER
📽️ SESSION 3 VIDEO: BODY IMAGE, ACCEPTANCE, + COMPARISON
📽️ SESSION 4 VIDEO: ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, AND WORRY (LIVE BY AUG 30)
🌟BONUS: Getting Started Videos 👇🏾
Before jumping into Session 1, start here! These videos will help you understand how to use the curriculum and answer common questions along the way.
Included in this section:
- 👋 Welcome to your mentorship journey!
- 📘 Overview of the Welcome, Foreword & Guide sections
- ❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- 💛 Extra encouragement, tips, and support to help you succeed
⬇️ Below are the introductory videos and bonus resources linked for each session!
Welcome and Encouragement!
Overview of the Foreword (Pages 1-10)
Overview of the Welcome Section (Pages 11-16)
Overview of the Guide to Curriculum + Pre-Assessment (Pages 16-32)
Session Demo for the Mentee
What if You Don't Yet Have a Mentor?
What if Your Mentor Gives you Questionable Advice?
Linked Books By Session
BELOW ARE OPTIONAL BOOKS BY OTHER AUTHORS IN CASE YOU'D LIKE TO DIVE DEEPER ON ANY TOPICS! 🫶🏼
- SESSION 1: Radiant: His Light, Your Life by Priscilla Shirer
- SESSION 2: Seek Him First by Jennifer Yates
- SESSION 3: Breaking Free from Body Shame by Jess Connolly and Katherine Wolf
- SESSION 4: Don’t Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table by Louie Giglio
- SESSION 5: The 40-Day Sugar Fast by Wendy Speake
- SESSION 6: Lady in Waiting by Jackie Kendall and Debby Jones
- SESSION 7: Sex, Purity, and the Longings of a Girl's Heart by Kristen Clark and Bethany Beal
- SESSION 8: The Blessed Life by Robert Morris
- SESSION 8: The Generosity Factor by Ken Blanchard and and S. Truett Cathy
- SESSION 9: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren
- SESSION 10: The Company We Keep by Jonathan Holmes
- SESSION 11: Desiring God by John Piper
- SESSION 12: Atomic Habits by James Clear
Linked Bible Studies By Session
BELOW ARE OPTIONAL BIBLE STUDIES BY OTHER AUTHORS IN CASE YOU'D LIKE TO DIVE DEEPER ON ANY TOPICS! 🫶🏼
- SESSION 1: Defined: How God Has Identified You by Stephen and Alex Kendrick
- SESSION 2: When You Pray by Kelly Minter + Jackie Hill Perry
- SESSION 3: Image RESTored by Rachael Gilbert
- SESSION 4: Strength in the Struggle by Lauren Ibach
- SESSION 5: Faith and Fitness by Marsha Apsley
- SESSION 6: Trusting God with Your Love Story by Erin Elise Kiu
- SESSION 7: Nine Fruits of the Spirit by Robert Strand
- SESSION 8: Money Matters by Dave Ramsey
- SESSION 9: Run the Race! by Christine Caine
- SESSION 10: We Saved You a Seat by Lisa-Jo Baker
- SESSION 11: The Armor of God by Priscilla Shirer
- SESSION 12: It’s All Under Control (study guide) by Jennifer Dukes Lee
- SESSION 12: It’s All Under Control (book) by Jennifer Dukes Lee
Linked YouTube Videos By Session
BELOW ARE OPTIONAL VIDEOS BY OTHERS IN CASE YOU'D LIKE TO DIVE DEEPER ON ANY TOPICS! 🫶🏼
- SESSION 1: The Importance of Finding Your Identity in Christ by Priscilla Shirer
- SESSION 2: Real Talk: The Power of Prayer by Switch Youth
- SESSION 3: Body Image + Relationships: How God Redeems our Imperfections by Sadie Robertson Huff + Natalie Grant
- SESSION 4: Heal My Anxious Mind by Craig Groeschel of Life.Church
- SESSION 5: Good Physical Health and Energy Help Us in Every Way by Joyce Meyer
- SESSION 6: Set Godly Standards in Your Dating Relationships by Dr. DeeDee Freeman on TBN’s Better Together
- SESSION 7: Singleness, Sex, and Self-Control by Steven Furtick
- SESSION 8: Stepping Into Financial Freedom
- SESSION 8: Proven Biblical Money Principles, both sermons by Dave Ramsey
- SESSION 9: You Have a Purpose by T.D. Jakes and Christine Caine
- SESSION 10: Overcoming Loneliness + Building Friendships That Fit by Holly Furtick
- SESSION 11: Temptation Impacts Your Destiny by Stephanie Ike Okafor on TBN’s Better Together
- SESSION 12: The Power Is in Priorities by Bill Johnson
- SESSION 12: Get a Little Balance by Joyce Meyer
Session 2 - Power of Prayer
My actual list of Non-Negotiables (left photo) and Negotiables (right photo) I wrote and prayed over for my husband almost daily before we met! (Written on 7/5/17; we met on 9/5/18). It is SO cool how much this list describes him even though I wrote it 14 months before we even met! So much so, that it will forever be one of the greatest encouragements for me to see how specifically God answers our prayers and gives us the desires of our hearts (or better!) This doesn't mean God always gives us what we want, but aligns our desires with His desires for us as we seek Him! Some of these are silly and not so important to me now, but I pray this encourages you to pray bold prayers and to ask God what qualities (of a future spouse, job, home, etc.) are important to Him!