Social responsibility and evangelism are not diametrically opposed to one another. They are rightly seen as partners to the same end when rooted in love.
Upside-Down Kingdom Business: Evangelism Vs Social Responsibility
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Confronting Our Insecurities: The Key to Becoming Powerful Leaders
"Hey leaders, let's deal with our insecurities. Marketplace skills are missionary skills; we all deal with insecurities—all of us. Those nagging little voices that whisper, "You're not enough"—this, of course, is completely true. On our own, you and I are not nearly...
Upside-Down Kingdom Business: A Response to Milton Friedman
For fifty years, Milton Friedman’s doctrine has embedded itself in the minds of America’s best and brightest business leaders, but it is good and godly business?
Brian Wheeler | When God’s Prompting Leads to Divine Encounters
"I want to introduce you to my friend, Brian Wheeler. Outside of Christ, my life doesn't make much sense. Can anyone else relate to that? They don't go together, except for inside of Christ, they make total sense. Brian is a serial entrepreneur who has started and...
10 Quotes on the Sacred-Secular Divide
As followers of Jesus, we almost instinctively separate our lives into sacred and secular partitions. Going to church is seen as a sacred activity, but going to work is secular. Preaching a sermon is an obvious godly endeavor, but managing apartments, waiting tables,...
How to Leave a Legacy of Love: Rethinking Success and Productivity
Discover how your everyday job can be a powerful opportunity to love and serve others in this thought-provoking episode. Explore the idea that our greatest contribution to the world is not just the work we do, but the people we love. Learn how to reimagine your day job through a gospel lens and see the ways in which your work can add value to the lives of those around you. Join the conversation on reframing the economy and embracing the call to love your neighbor as yourself.
Konica Butler | The Power of Being Found Faultless
In this episode, Konica Butler shares her powerful message at a Christian business breakfast. She emphasizes that marketplace skills are missionary skills and discusses how God finding her faultless has inspired her to serve others. Konica...
When Boldness Turns into Foreclosure: Lessons from a Failed Development
This week we discuss the misconception that people of faith are always bold and irrational risk-takers. Erik shares a personal story about a partially developed property in southern Indiana that was foreclosed on by a bank. The property was being developed by Christian builders who had a vision but lacked the funds to complete the project. He emphasizes that faith and risk are not synonymous, but faith always requires obedience. Erik highlights the importance of discerning what God is saying and being obedient to His guidance. He concludes by encouraging listeners to consider whether they are being obedient to God’s calling, whether it requires taking a bold step or exercising the discipline of waiting.
Engaging as Believers in the Marketplace | Q&A with Senator John Crane
John Crane discusses the topic of engaging as believers in the marketplace and the importance of humility in leadership. He highlights how power is not inherently bad but should be approached in a way that aligns with Christ’s example. John also shares his experiences in politics, including the challenges he faced during a special session and the importance of hope in difficult times. He emphasizes that success should not be measured solely by external factors but by the impact one has in their role. John’s focus on leadership development and his efforts to establish processes for onboarding new senators demonstrate his commitment to creating a positive and impactful culture within the Senate.
Why Marketplace Skills ARE Missionary Skills | The Stone Table
I recently had a friend tell me that a phrase I use all the time may not be as clear to other people as I thought it was.
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