Thriving On Purpose Podcast

Our earthly dominion mandateHave you ever wondered what was the most central teaching of Jesus during His earthly ministry?     Was it about loving one another? Was it about forgiving others? Was it about the Great Commission? Was it about being born again?   Believe it or not, it’s none of the above. And yet, these are some of the most common lessons we are taught in the church today!   So, what was it? What was Jesus’ main teaching?   The most central, repetitive, insistent, and prevalent teaching of Jesus in the Gospels, by far, was about… THE KINGDOM OF GOD  In Luke [4:43], Jesus said:“I must preach the good news of the kingdom of God to the other towns as well; for I was sent for this purpose.”  So, this 31st episode begins a crucial series that will definitely make you Dig Deeper to Climb Higher.In this episode, and all throughout the series, we will shed some much needed light on Jesus' central teaching and ‘purpose for which He was sent’: The Kingdom of God.  

Growing from undertaker to Game-Changer The Bible says that we were given "All things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him that has called us to glory and virtue." ~ 2 Peter 1:3 All things... for life. So, this means that we should be unstoppable! However, most of us are living under this high calling and glorious standard. And worse, we often make excuses as to why we are NOT game-changers instead So, how can you become an unstoppable game-changer? According to Dave Anderson, a leading international speaker and author on personal and corporate performance improvement and the author of the book Unstoppable: Transforming your mindset to create change, to accelerate results, and be the best at what you do; it all begins with your mindset. In this episode we'll share with you Dave's analysis on four performance levels people find themselves at. But most important, we'll give you the goods on how to bring yourself up to the level where the 'm

Kingdom mindset changes everything What do you think defines a strong mindset? What defines a strong mindset for a Kingdom Entrepreneur? Are they the same?   If you've done personal development as an entrepreneur, you know just how important and valuable your mindset is. In fact, the Bible is very clear that we are called to “RENEW OUR MINDS”  in Romans 12:2: "Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." A strong mindset will open doors in your life and business and take you higher than you've ever dreamed possible. This is why mindset teachings, books, and seminars are so popular. In this episode, we give you 10 differences between the components of a secular mindset and the components of Kingdom mindset. For you, dear fellow believer and entrepreneur, understanding this will mean the difference between operating in your own strength and operating in the full authority and power of God This is gonna be BIG!  

New Year Resolutions vs. New Life Resolutions Three hundred years ago, Jonathan Edwards penned his life's resolutions.   These have stood the test of time and proven to be far superior to the New Year's resolutions that most of us make today.   In all, he wrote 70 life resolutions - all of which could transform anyone's life today if they were to apply them.   The proof is in the pudding: Jonathan Edwards' life legacy still stands as proof positive of the immense impact he had on religion, philosophy, academia, and even politics.   In this episode, find out how New Life's resolutions will always trump New Year's resolutions, and how, like Jonathan Edwards, you can make them too and leave a legacy of your own.   We will NOT go through ALL 70. We chose 15 of his Resolutions to talk about in this episode.   However, we did prepare your very own PDF of Jonathan Edwards' Resolutions below which do include all 70!  In an English we can all understand Scroll to

5 Things to look for in a Christian husbandHave you ever heard the expression: “All the good ones are taken?” If you’re a single woman, especially past 30, you may even have fallen for this scarcity mindset trap.   Good men are hard to find… but not all taken!   In this week’s episode, we will tackle one of life’s bigger challenges for Today’s Kingdom Women: finding a worthy king to share their lives with.   As you will see from this first installment of T.O.P. Women: the good ones are not all taken, women just need to know what to look for, pray for… and where to look!   In This Episode You Will:  Learn the five crucial things to look for in a man that is marriage material. Understand how who you are determines who you will attract. Hear important statistics on Christian headship in the household. Be equipped to avoid costly mistakes in choosing a mate.     Memorable Quotes:  “Be so busy dancing with Jesus that he will have to ask permission to cut in.”   "A m

Advice to keep in mind when working with, or hiring a Christian Doing Business with other Believers in the church doesn't have to be difficult! Learn our tips to create great business relationships! How is working with believers different from working with unbelievers? Is it better or worse? In this week's episode, we tackle the elephant in the room: How Christians can get nasty towards one another in business... and how to avoid it! Working together for God's Kingdom should be our main goal, done with class and integrity.   In This Episode You Will:   Find out what two main attitudes ignite battles between brethren. Hear our personal anecdotes of business conflicts and resolutions. Discover the 5 Keys to keep in mind when working for, or hiring, a fellow believer. Learn the Billy Graham rule and how it can help you avoid potential problems. Discover what Scripture has to say about employer/employee relations. Learn what Scripture says to do if things go sour! &n

Understanding the dynamics of team building No matter what you are trying to achieve in your business, you will need a strong team to do it. You can only go as far as your supporting cast will take you. Sports stars and oscar winners know this to be true.   Jesus also knew this, which is why he put together the most impactful team in the history of the world: His twelve apostles.   These twelve seemingly ordinary men set the world on fire. It’s not because they chose to follow Jesus, but rather because He chose them to follow Him. This difference is huge in team building dynamics.   In this week’s episode you’ll learn the three groups found within any team and how to interact with the differents players within each group.   Being a leader doesn’t mean to always attract more followers. It means to be confident enough to choose who you keep around and invest in.   Hey… it’s what Jesus would do.   In This Episode You Will:   Learn about the three main com

Attraction Marketing Begins With... Before I (Sebastien) became an entrepreneur, I used to think that an Avatar was a James Cameron movie about giant blue creatures in a movie by the same name. Thankfully, I know better now. Nevertheless, many entrepreneurs do not. Did you know that most business owners do not know how to identify their target market? While some of it is their own fault, we could also blame the types of philosophies we are generally taught in business. The biggest mistake entrepreneurs make is in thinking they can market or sell their product or service to just anybody. That just isn't the case. In this week's episode, we'll talk about how important it is to know who you are and what you're about in order to identify your ideal customer - your avatar. As you will see, there is no such thing as over-targeting. We'll also get into some powerful yet counter intuitive ideas, such as: The people you repel are just as important as the people you attract. We prove, from the life

What do successful Christian Entrepreneurs have in common? There exists 10 simple principles that dictate if a Christian Entrepreneur will succeed or fail.   Those who followed them testified to their validity. Those who ignore them or fail to apply them are doomed to fail.   Now, as simple as this sounds, these principles are not easy to apply - otherwise all believers would make it BIG.   However, as a Christian entrepreneur, you're in luck - or should we say 'blessed'. Why? Because with God, anything is possible!   But first things first... you gotta be willing to grind it out by applying these 10 vital principles and making them an integral part of your life, for your well being, your family, your contribution, and ultimately for the glory of God!     In This Episode You Will: Learn the secret to start your day in a dynamic way. Learn how successful Christian Entrepreneurs gain clarity. Learn why Christian Entrepreneurs tend to have strong marriage

Remember the sabbath day to keep it Holy As a Christian, there are 10 things you should know about the sabbath.   In today's hurried, hustled, and work-no-matter-the-cost mentality, taking a day of rest may seem very counter intuitive. And yet, a weekly day's rest is not only sensible, but it is what God commands his people to do!   If we're honest, of all the ten commandments, this is the one most neglected by today's believers. But, as we will see from this episode; in the end, if we neglect the Sabbath Day, we mostly hurt ourselves.   To remedy this epic fail on our part as believers, we give you: 10 Things Christian Entrepreneurs Need to Know About the Sabbath.   So, take a chill pill, sit back, relax, and listen to this much needed episode about the value of rest.     In This Episode You Will: Learn the reason why God issued a day of rest in the scriptures. Understand how God's rhythm sets the pace for our rhythm, our seasons, and our very lives! Get

Lessons from the life of JobYou've probably heard more than once that God has a wonderful plan for your life, right?   But have you ever heard that the Devil also has a plan for your life?   It's true.   As a Christian Entrepreneur, you are on the Devil's hit list. Satan has targeted you in order to neutralize you, your business, and your effectiveness for God's kingdom.   Using the story of Job, as well as our own experiences, this episode will teach you how the enemy proceeds to neutralize you - and, if possible, destroy you.   This will not only give you solid scriptural knowledge, but it will also equip you by strengthening your faith, and teach you how you can fight back and endure.   As you will see, the devil may be a roaring lion, but with God in charge, you're far from being a sitting duck!   In This Episode You Will:  Learn why Christian Entrepreneurs, like you, are Satan's favorite prey. Learn how Satan operates right before he strikes. Get powerful insigh

Do you have an unsupportive spouse? Since you've decided to become an entrepreneur, you've probably realized how much more challenging your life has become. If you're married, your spouse has probably realized this as well. Maybe your spouse is very supportive. If that's the case, good for you! If not, just know you're not alone.   So, maybe you're one of those who comes home to a disgruntled and critical spouse day after day.   You want to do God's will, and you truly believe this is the next step in your life, but your spouse doesn't see things the same way you do. We get it.   This can take a toll on your marriage. Stats say that entrepreneurs have a higher rate of divorce than the norm.   But hey, you don't want to become a statistic and choose your business over your spouse, right?   This is why this week's episode is so important. In fact, for some of you, it could save your marriage!   Let's face it, if you're an Entrepreneur at heart, it's not easy

7 Antidotes To Glossophobia Do you suffer from the fear of public speaking or doing live videos? Actor/comedian George Jessel once said: "The human brain starts working the moment you are born and never stops until the moment you stand up to speak in public." Does this describe you? If so, know you are not alone. Studies show that 74% of Americans suffer from glossophobia, a.k.a. the fear of public speaking. But that doesn't mean you have to like it. In fact, we hope that, like us, you hate it so much that you're willing to do something about it! So, in order to help you, In this week's episode of The Thriving on Purpose Podcast, we'll give you 7 sure steps to conquer your glossophobia.   This will enable you to speak up with boldness, confidence, and clarity, because we know that Christian Entrepreneurs must get their voices heard in today's world.   In This Episode You Will: Learn the seven key antidotes to glossophobia. Learn the meaning of the word glossophobia... lol!

The Art of Knowing When to Quit  In this week's episode of The Thriving on Purpose Podcast, we will consider the intricacies found in the art of knowing when to quit.On your uphill climb as an entrepreneur, you've probably heard this famous saying by Vince Lombardi: [click_to_tweet tweet="' Winners never quit and quitters never win.'" quote="' Winners never quit and quitters never win.'"]As we have, you probably repeated to yourself something along those lines when the going got tough. Right? While this quote has great motivational value for all, it's not entirely accurate. Why? Because the truth is, winners, quit more often than we think. In fact, strategic quitting is what makes them successful in the end. They quit things that are wrong, getting in the way, dead weight, or distracting. Join us, as we give you six instances that are clear indications you should quit your present endeavor. Be warned though; after listening to this episode, you might just want to quit... for all the right reason

10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Hit the Keyboard A recent survey says that 81% of Americans believe they have a book in them - and that they should write it.   Maybe you're one of those people.   So, should you write a book for your business? A lot of experts say 'Yes', and with good reason. Nothing can make you and your business stand out like having your name on the cover of a book.   A good book can definitely position you as an expert in your field and bring more business your way.   But before you get started, it would be wise to ask yourself some key questions to know if writing a book is right for you.   In this week's episode we tackle the goods about writing a book for your business by bringing you 10 Key Questions you should ask yourself  before hitting that keyboard.   So, get ready, as we will challenge some pre-conceived and often ill-advised notions about what it means to become an author in today's market.     In This Episod

Your Success Depends on Prioritizing Your Life and Business In this Episode, you will learn 4 Proven Strategies to help you Prioritize your Life and Business. If you don't, you'll be caught in all sorts of distractions... They are the plague of the Entrepreneur.   They come to you under all kinds of guises: emails, screaming toddlers, phone calls, social media; and they even come to you disguised as good things such as church ministry, interesting offers, or palpitating events.   How do you, as an Entrepreneur, learn to sift through all of these and determine what is worthy of your attention? How do you determine what should shift your focus? How do you manage your life in such a way as to prioritize what is important over what is urgent? And most of all... how can you develop the inner fortitude to say 'NO' without feeling guilty? Prioritizing the RIGHT way, will determine how Successful you will become in LIFE and Business.   You Will Learn:   How to realistic

Learning to See Past the Numbers “There are players who never put up great stats, but you keep them around because they make the people around them better.” – Donna Paulson, (Suits Season 8, Episode 1)   That’s the intangible leader summed up.   Do you have one on your team? Someone with great qualities, but who seems to fall short in the numbers category?   In today’s episode, we want to help you to identify those intangible leaders around you or on your team, because failure to do so will eventually hurt your team, your organization, your leadership, and your legacy as a leader.   First of all, the intangible leader is not about the obvious stuff you can put on a spreadsheet. His contributions are NOT quantifiable. Let me repeat that: The intangible leader’s contributions are not quantifiable. So, he’s not about:   The Greatest Results The Greatest Numbers The Most Sales   That said, this can make him hard to identify on any given team or among your empl

Shedding Even More Light on 'The Secret' In 2006, the book ‘The Secret’, by Rhonda Byrne, took the world by storm and since then has sold millions of copies. The Law of Attraction has become a household name in personal growth and is now taught by most personal development teachers, gurus, and motivational speakers. Within Christianity, some have gobbled it up hook, line, and sinker, while others call it straight out witchcraft. Is the law of attraction good? Is it bad? Is it neutral? In this second installment of our two-part series, we will consider how The Law of Attraction teachers and practitioners are in error. We will also look in depth at what makes  The Law of Attraction tick as we consider what can hinder it, and the universal rules that maximize its efficiency. Make sure you join us for this unique, thought-provoking, and thorough two-part series. You will be greatly blessed in added discernment as we delve even more into, and expose, all the secrets behind 'The Secret'.   In T

Shedding Some Light on 'The Secret' In 2006, the book The Secret, by Rhonda Byrne, took the world by storm and since then has sold millions of copies. The Law of Attraction has become a household name in personal growth and is now taught by most personal development teachers, gurus, and motivational speakers. Within Christianity, some have gobbled it up hook, line, and sinker, while others call it straight out witchcraft. Is the law of attraction good? Is it bad? Is it neutral? In this first episode of a two-part series, we will look at every possible angle of The Law of Attraction, from a biblical perspective, as we attempt to shed light on this increasingly controversial and misunderstood belief. Make sure you join us for this unique, thought-provoking, and thorough two-part series. You will be greatly blessed in added discernment as we delve into, and expose, all the secrets behind 'The Secret'.     In This Episode You Will: Learn how The Law of Attraction is just one of ma

Healing The Father Wound in Christian Men and Christian Women  In today's world, where the divorce rates are high and fatherlessness abounds; those who were blessed to grow up with a present, engaged, and loving father, have much to be grateful for.   However, those who didn't often carry into adulthood a pain that is both profound and crippling. This pain, for the adult child, often carries over into relationships, career, and how God is viewed.   This... is the father wound.   In this episode of The Thriving on Purpose Podcast, we want to delve deep into the devastating consequences an absent, irresponsible, or abusive dad can leave.   But, having overcome our own father wound, we especially want to share 5 steps that will enable you to overcome this negative legacy and turn it around in a glorious way!   So, If you had a less-than-exemplary father, this is one episode you do not want to miss.   And if you didn't... it will make you appreciate your dad even more!   &n