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Leadership: Spiritual Profits
We gain SPIRITUAL PROFITS when we put growth of the soul before the chase for money. Through prayer, reflection, and honest relationships, we start to see our habits, our motives, and our calling with greater clarity. This insight shapes our choices, so we act with integrity, patience, and love, even when no one is watching. As our character grows, we feel a deeper peace and a stronger faith that no paycheck can buy.


If the Devil Can't Make You Bad, He'll Make You Busy (Why Hurry Starves Your Soul)
"If the devil can't make you bad he'll make you busy." This simple line hits so close to home in a world of packed calendars, constant notifications, and never-ending to-do lists. Many people are not out doing outrageously sinful things. They are just tired, stressed, and always rushing to the next task. The danger is that this kind of constant busyness does not only drain your body. It slowly wears down your mind, your relationships, and your walk with God. This post is a
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Dec 85 min read


How We Build a Case for Support Rooted in the Kingdom of Christ
When we talk about a case for support , we are simply talking about the story and reason we share when we invite people to pray, give, or partner with us. It is how we explain what God is doing, why it matters, and how others can join in. At its heart, it is not a sales pitch, it is a gospel invitation into the work of Christ. Many Christian ministries lean hard on needs, numbers, and budget gaps. We feel that pressure too. But if our case for support is mostly about money, w
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Nov 2115 min read


The Fourth Watch: Unlocking Divine Power and Spiritual Insight for Business Leaders
The stillness of the night, particularly the hours between 3 a.m. and 6 a.m., holds profound spiritual meaning. This time, known as the "Fourth Watch," is often seen as a period of divine visitation in biblical tradition. For business leaders facing tough choices and needing an edge, understanding this spiritual dimension can bring amazing insight. It can boost your resilience and success. This article looks at the biblical idea of the Fourth Watch and how it helps modern lea
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Oct 315 min read


We Slay Our Dragons for Career Growth and Work-Life Balance
We all carry dragons. They look like fear, old habits, and tired stories that keep us small at home and at work. When we name them, we can tame them allow us to take back our power and start to move with purpose. The data is loud. Only 21% of people feel engaged at work in 2025, and 83% now rank work-life balance as a top priority. Almost half, 48%, would quit jobs that block life outside work. Our dragons are not just inside us, they show up in our calendars and our culture
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Oct 3110 min read


God as CEO: Rethinking Faith Through a Business Lens
Have you ever felt like traditional religious ideas are a bit hard to grasp? Sometimes, thinking about divine concepts can feel distant or just too abstract. But what if we looked at faith from a different angle? Imagine God as a CEO. This way of thinking helps make big spiritual principles real and useful for modern life. It gives us new ways to think about leading, making choices, and finding our purpose. This idea works well because we all understand what a CEO does. A C
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Oct 315 min read


S.A.S.H. Ministry Review: Strategic, Accountable, Significant, Holy Spirit Led
Ever feel like your ministry is busy but not focused? The calendar is full, volunteers are tired, and you still wonder if your efforts moved the needle. You are not alone. Many churches feel scattered and unsure where to aim next. SASH gives you a simple framework for a clear review. It stands for Strategic, Accountable, Significant, Holy Spirit Led. It helps leaders step back, check their direction, and build ministries that grow people, not just programs. It also gives team
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Oct 3110 min read


"Not Home Yet": Navigating Uncertainty in Business, Personal, and Spiritual Life
We all know the feeling. That deep sense of being in-between, of having not quite arrived. It’s a common human experience, this feeling of "not home yet." Whether you are changing careers or simply growing as a person, life often feels like a journey in progress. It’s a mix of flux, growth, and constant anticipation. The word "home" itself has many meanings. It can be a house, a feeling of peace, a spiritual belonging, or even a big career win. This sense of not being "home
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Oct 315 min read


Leadership Challenges: Pray for Rain, Prepare for the Mud
The quarter ended with a record launch. Applause filled the room, the team hit targets early, and the leader took a deep breath. Then the calls started, two key hires quit, a bug hit production, and a partner asked for new terms. The win brought rain, and the mud followed fast. This proverb says it plain. Rain is the good you want, growth, funding, promotions, market wins. Mud is the hard part that comes after, stress, conflict, extra work, tradeoffs, and public scrutiny. In
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Oct 317 min read


Freedom Without God Is Chaos (Be Not Afraid)
What happens when we chase freedom without God? Noise rises, anxiety grows, and our choices start to pull us apart. We want life on our terms, then we feel lost. Here is the truth we will unpack: Freedom without God is chaos . By this, we mean living by impulse, moods, and shifting goals. We set ourselves as the only authority. That fe els brave for a moment, then it breaks our peace. Ordered freedom with God, on the other hand, gives us clear limits that protect what matters
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Oct 319 min read


We Slay Our Dragons for Career Growth and Work-Life Balance
We all carry dragons. They look like fear, old habits, and tired stories that keep us small at home and at work. When we name them, we can tame them allow us to take back our power and start to move with purpose. The data is loud. Only 21% of people feel engaged at work in 2025, and 83% now rank work-life balance as a top priority. Almost half, 48%, would quit jobs that block life outside work. Our dragons are not just inside us, they show up in our calendars and our culture
brianlanephelps
Oct 3110 min read


Importance of Christian Faith in Business Leadership
The boardroom fell silent as Maria faced a costly choice. A key supplier offered a quiet kickback to rush production. She declined, told her team why, and called for bids in the open. The project slipped by two weeks, but clients noticed her honesty, and new referrals followed. That kind of clarity does not happen by accident. Christian faith sets a firm standard, with clear values like honesty, kindness, humility, and service. These guardrails help leaders sort noise from si
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Oct 244 min read
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