Krystal sits down with Gabrielle Santiago and Michael Santiago—a true power team who are living out what it means to build marriage, business, and ministry together.

They don’t just work together.

They divide and conquer.

Michael leads in the marketplace as the owner of Arising Co, helping businesses and organizations clarify their voice, build powerful brands, and create marketing systems that actually convert.

Gabrielle leads in ministry as the founder of Living Revelations, a movement born from a simple blog and a deep hunger to know Jesus—now reaching people around the world through discipleship, Bible studies, media, and conferences.

Different lanes.
Same mission.

This episode is about what happens when calling aligns.

Gabrielle shares how Living Revelations began—not as a grand vision, but as obedience. A place to share her heart for Jesus that quickly turned into something much bigger as testimonies began pouring in from around the world.

Michael brings the strategy, systems, and execution—helping businesses grow revenue, build trust, and create lasting impact through high-converting websites and marketing.

Together, they show us:

Business and ministry were never meant to compete.
They were meant to work together.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What it looks like to build a marriage rooted in mission
• How to operate in your strengths while supporting each other’s calling
• Why clarity of voice is critical in both business and ministry
• How obedience—not perfection—starts movements

They are building with intention.
They are leading with faith.
And they are inviting others to do the same.

You’ll also hear about their upcoming Created with Purpose Conference, happening May 15–16 in Orlando—a gathering designed to help people from business, creative industries, and ministry partner with God and steward their gifts well.

👉 Learn more about the conference:
https://cwpurpose.com

This episode is full of faith.
Full of strategy.
Full of purpose.

And it will remind you:

You don’t have to choose between building a business
and building the Kingdom.

🎧 Listen. Be inspired. Build together.

Krystal sits down with Becca Spradlin, and within moments, everything shifted when Becca made a simple but profound statement:

“I am fully known by God.”

Krystal immediately leaned in.

Because that truth changes everything.

What does it really mean to be seen?
To be known?
And how does that translate into how we lead, hire, listen, and build culture inside our organizations?

This episode is a powerful reminder that being known is not just spiritual—it’s deeply practical.

Becca unpacks how this identity shapes:

• Employee engagement
• Leadership posture
• Listening and humility
• The power of curiosity
• And ultimately, a culture where people actually feel cared for

Because when people are truly seen—
everything changes.

Becca shares wisdom around:

• Annual employee surveys—how to make them work and when not to use them
• How organizations unintentionally drift from their mission
• Mission-driven strategies to stay aligned and avoid that drift
• Why curiosity may be one of the most underutilized leadership tools today

She is dripping with wisdom—offering insight after insight and several mic-drop moments throughout the conversation.

Becca’s journey started on the mission field and evolved into the business world—an “only God” story that reminds us:

Nothing is lost.
Nothing is wasted.
Not in the Kingdom.

Today, as founder of On Mission, she helps Christian leaders define, protect, and champion what matters most—so their organizations don’t just grow, but stay aligned with eternal impact.

This entire episode centers on one powerful idea:

The power of being known.

If you want to build a culture that lasts…
If you want people to be engaged, aligned, and thriving…
If you want your leadership to reflect both truth and care—

This conversation will stay with you.

Connect with Becca at On Mission Advisors https://onmissionadvisors.com/

🎧 Listen. See people well. Build cultures that care.

Krystal sits down with Holly Misener, founder of the Minnesota Christian Chamber of Commerce, for a powerful conversation about timing, courage, and stepping into leadership when everything around you feels uncertain.

Because this wasn’t a quiet launch.

It happened in the middle of national tension.
Major events.
Cultural upheaval.

And the question was real:

Do you address it… or stay silent?

Holly didn’t just face external pressure—
she faced an internal shift.

She went from being a business owner who expressed her faith subtly—playing Christian music in the background…

To becoming known as:

“The girl who will pray for you.”

And eventually—
the one leading the charge.

Holly shares the backstory of launching a Christian Chamber in Minnesota—what it took, what it cost, and what she learned about trusting God’s timing when it doesn’t make sense.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What it means to lead in the middle of crisis and uncertainty
• How to move from subtle faith to bold, visible leadership
• When to speak—and when to trust God’s positioning
• Why timing is never accidental in Kingdom assignments
• How saying yes can shift not just your life—but an entire region

Holly is a business owner, wellness practitioner, and founder who leads with a deep commitment to faith, family, and helping others thrive. Through her work at His Healing House, she has helped individuals pursue health and vitality—but her impact now extends far beyond individual transformation into community and marketplace influence.

This episode is for the leader who feels the tension.
The one who knows they’re being called forward…
but also feels the weight of what that means.

Because sometimes the calling doesn’t come in comfort.

It comes in crisis.

And the question isn’t whether you’re ready.

It’s whether you’ll say yes.

👉 Learn more about her work:
https://hishealinghouse.org

Minnesota Christian Chamber

🎧 Listen. Be bold. Lead when it matters most.

Krystal met Ferne Sapp as her roommate at God, Golf & Gals—and what followed was more than a conversation. It was a divine alignment.

In this episode, Ferne shares what it looks like to build something significant—and then allow God to redefine how you measure it.

She has grown a global organization from zero to thousands.
She understands numbers.
She understands goals.
She understands success.

But she also understands the tension.

The tension between impact and metrics.
Between driving results and striving for worth.

And what happens when God interrupts that cycle.

Ferne walks us through how her leadership was completely reconstructed through the lens of Matthew 6:33:

Seek first the Kingdom.

Not the numbers.
Not the outcomes.
Not the validation.

The Kingdom.

Instead of asking, “How do I grow this?”
She began asking:

“God, who are the who?”
“Where are the where?”

And everything changed.

This episode is filled with real, raw leadership moments—including the honest truth that when she said yes to speaking at SWC 2026… she later realized what she had actually said yes to—and found herself shaking in her boots.

But even there—she chose surrender.

And God met her with peace.

Ferne also opens up about a deeply personal season—leading a business while becoming a full-time caregiver for her husband. A journey that required her to go beyond the break—past what she thought she could carry, into a place of deeper dependence on God.

Because purpose doesn’t pause for pain.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How to lead without letting numbers define your worth
• What it means to truly seek first the Kingdom in business
• How to shift from striving to serving
• The power of asking God the right questions
• What it looks like to lead through pressure, caregiving, and uncertainty

Ferne is a FaithFirst leader, entrepreneur, ordained minister, and caregiving voice with over 25 years of leadership experience across ministry and marketplace. She has built a global organization of more than 2,000 business partners and now helps others lead with faith, clarity, and courage in every season.

She is bold.
She is grounded.
She is surrendered.

And this conversation will stay with you.

You’ll have the opportunity to see Ferne Sapp at SWC 2026, where she will be speaking and pouring into leaders just like you.

👉 Join us in Orlando, April 22–24:https://uschristianchamber.com/swc-2026/

If you’ve been pushing…
If you’ve been striving…
If you’re carrying more than you expected…

This episode will remind you:

You don’t have to chase impact.
You seek Him—and impact follows.

🎧 Listen. Surrender. Go beyond the break.

Krystal sits down with Stephen Scoggins for a conversation that cut straight to the core of leadership and identity—as he unpacked the meaning behind an identity most leaders have never considered:

One part lion.
One part lamb.

Strength and surrender.
Power and humility.
Authority and compassion.

And what happens when those are not integrated?

You hit a ceiling.

Stephen challenges listeners with a simple but confronting exercise:

Close your eyes and ask yourself—
“Is there hidden weight I have yet to express?”

That question alone begins to expose the fears, insecurities, and internal pressure that often drive striving, burnout, and misalignment.

Because here’s the truth:

You can scale revenue.
You can scale influence.
But you cannot scale dysfunction.

Stephen shares the difference between Kingdom authority and worldly power—and why so many high-capacity leaders are operating from the wrong one.

If you’re hitting a ceiling in your business or leadership…

It may not be a strategy problem.

It may be time to drop to your knees and look within.

Stephen’s story is as powerful as his message.

From homelessness…
to building multiple companies, including one reaching nine figures…
to a successful exit in 2023…

But the real breakthrough came when God revealed something deeper:

He had been leading too much like Saul.
And was being called to become more like David.

That shift changed everything.

Today, Stephen equips leaders to integrate courage with humility, strength with surrender—so they can build lives and businesses that don’t just grow… but last.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why high-capacity leaders carry invisible weight—and what to do about it
• The difference between power and authority in leadership
• How misalignment, not incompetence, leads to burnout
• What it means to lead from integration, not performance
• Why surrender is often the key to your next level

Stephen is humble.
He is fierce.
He is unstoppable.

And this message will challenge you.

You’ll have the opportunity to see Stephen Scoggins live at SWC 2026, where he will be a keynote speaker and a subject matter expert in the Currency Lab think tank.

👉 Join us in Orlando, April 22–24:
https://uschristianchamber.com/swc-2026/

👉 Take Stephen’s free leadership assessment and connect with him:
https://quiz.unstoppablesolutions.com/stephen-5jrpayga

If you’re ready to break through what’s been holding you back…

This episode may reveal that the answer isn’t more force.

It’s integration.

🎧 Listen. Reflect. Lead as both lion and lamb.

What if you could?

What if the principles you hear on Sunday
actually shaped how you lead on Monday?

In this episode, Krystal sits down with Chris Young, President of The Good Place Institute, for a conversation that will completely reframe how you think about business, culture, and Kingdom impact.

Because here’s the truth:

Most leaders don’t lack faith.
They lack a framework.

Chris has spent over two decades developing what many leaders have been missing—a Kingdom-focused operating system that integrates biblical principles directly into how organizations are built, led, and sustained.

Not sprinkled on top.
Not added later.
Fully integrated.

Through the Good Place Operating System, Chris helps leaders build organizations where:

• People truly flourish
• Businesses thrive economically
• Communities are impacted in meaningful ways

He calls these “Good Place organizations.”

And once you understand what that means—you’ll never look at business the same way again.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why most leaders struggle to apply faith in practical business settings
• What it actually looks like to build a Kingdom-driven culture
• How to create an organization where people and performance both thrive

Chris brings deep experience across leadership, strategy, and organizational design—serving in senior roles across for-profit and nonprofit organizations, both domestically and internationally. He is also co-author of The Good Place Organization and has helped leaders build businesses that align with God’s design for work, people, and community.

This isn’t theory.

This is a system.

Because business was never meant to be separate from calling.

It was meant to be a place where people flourish, communities prosper, and God’s Kingdom is advanced.

If you’ve ever felt like there’s more to your work…
If you’ve struggled to connect your faith to your leadership…
If you’re ready to build something deeper—

This episode will open your eyes.

You’ll have the opportunity to meet Chris Young and his team in person at SWC 2026—and experience what it looks like to build a truly integrated, Kingdom-driven organization.

Join us in Orlando, April 22-24 - https://uschristianchamber.com/swc-2026/

Learn more and Connect with The Good Place Institute - https://goodplaceinstitute.com/

🎧 Listen. Integrate your faith. Build a Good Place.

Let’s be honest—when most people think about banks, they don’t think purpose.
They don’t think trust.
And they definitely don’t think Kingdom impact.

But what if that’s exactly what’s possible?

In this episode, Krystal sits down with Paige Whitaker and Rey Feliciano from 316 Financial for a conversation that will challenge how you think about money, stewardship, and everyday banking.

Because here’s the truth:

Money isn’t evil.
It’s a multiplier.

And when it’s stewarded well, it can fuel impact far beyond what you could ever do alone.

316 Financial is built on a bold conviction:

Banking shouldn’t just grow your balance.
It should grow your impact.

As a division of Primis Bank, 316 Financial offers the same secure, FDIC-insured banking experience you expect—but with one powerful difference:

They tithe 10% of their profits.

That means your everyday banking—spending, saving, managing your business—becomes part of a larger story of generosity, stewardship, and Kingdom advancement.

No extra effort.
No added complexity.
Just multiplied impact.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How “banking with purpose” actually works in real life
• Why your financial decisions carry more influence than you think
• How churches, ministries, and businesses can align money with mission

Paige brings a fresh, next-generation perspective—helping people see money not just as a resource, but as a tool for good, making banking feel simple, honest, and human.

Rey brings deep experience working alongside churches and ministry leaders, understanding the real needs of faith-driven organizations—while also serving active duty in the U.S. military with a heart for service and trust.

Together, they represent a new kind of financial leadership—
one that believes faith and finance were never meant to be separate.

Inspired by John 3:16, 316 Financial is building a model where generosity is not an afterthought—it’s built into the system.

You’ll have the opportunity to meet 316 Financial in person at SWC 2026—and experience firsthand what it looks like to align your money with your mission.

👉 Join us in Orlando, April 22–24:
https://uschristianchamber.com/swc-2026/

👉 Learn more and connect with 316 Financial:
https://bank316.com/

This episode will challenge how you think about money.

Because the goal isn’t just more.

It’s meaningful more.

🎧 Listen. Rethink your money. Multiply your impact.

And what does God say about it?

In this thought-provoking episode, Krystal sits down with Mike Burkesmith, Founder and CEO of BestResults.AI, to explore one of the most important leadership questions of our time: how believers should approach AI in business, innovation, and the future of work.

Many people fear AI will replace humans.

Mike challenges that narrative.

AI is not about takeover—it’s about acceleration.

When used wisely, AI becomes a powerful tool that frees people to do their highest-value work, expands creativity, and multiplies the impact of mission-driven organizations.

In this conversation, Mike explains why large language models are so powerful—having effectively “read” vast libraries of human knowledge across millions of books, publications, and data sources—and why ignoring this technology may create one of the biggest strategic risks for Christian business leaders today.

But technology alone isn’t the story.

The real question is how we lead with it.

Mike shares how organizations can adopt AI responsibly—ensuring ethics, law, and human dignity remain central while leveraging the technology to dramatically improve productivity, quality, and innovation.

At BestResults.AI, Mike and his team help organizations move beyond hype and fear through their AI Empowerment Method™, guiding leaders and teams to learn, apply, and deploy AI tools in practical ways that generate real results. Many organizations see significant efficiency gains—freeing up time and resources to focus on meaningful work that truly matters.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why AI adoption is becoming essential for modern organizations

• How large language models actually work—and why they’re so powerful

• The real risks of ignoring AI in the coming decade

• What responsible, ethical AI leadership looks like

• How believers can approach technology through the lens of stewardship and wisdom

Mike brings nearly four decades of experience helping organizations transform and grow. As a longtime leadership owner with C12 Group, and through his work across strategy, finance, operations, and technology, he has helped hundreds of leaders achieve measurable growth and performance gains.

Today, his focus is helping organizations navigate the AI revolution with clarity and confidence—turning uncertainty into opportunity.

Because the real issue isn’t whether AI will change the world.

It will.

The real question is whether leaders will step forward to use it wisely, ethically, and for good.

This episode will challenge assumptions, calm fears, and equip you to think differently about one of the most important technologies of our generation.

You can meet Mike and his team in the AI Lab at SWC 2026 in Orlando, FL https://uschristianchamber.com/swc-2026/

Learn more about BestResults.AI - https://bestresults.ai/

🎧 Listen. Learn. Lead wisely in the age of AI.

Krystal sits down with Kimberly Smith Coley, a respected leader in the fintech and payment technologies space, for a conversation that bridges intellect, innovation, and deep spiritual transformation.

For years, Kimberly approached faith the way many high-performing leaders do—through the lens of logic and analysis. She tried to intellectualize God, keeping her faith largely in her head.

But everything changed when her relationship with God moved from head knowledge to heart transformation.

That shift made her unstoppable.

Today, Kimberly challenges leaders to do something that sounds almost counterintuitive in a fast-moving business world:

Slow down.
Listen.
Learn to recognize the voice of the Father.

Kimberly co-founded ePaymints, where she has spent nearly a decade helping businesses engage customers through cutting-edge payment technology. With more than 15 years of experience in financial services, she has helped shape strategic partnerships across emerging technologies including cryptocurrency, blockchain, automated systems, and Web3.

Today she continues to influence the fintech space through her work with RevitPay, a modern payments platform helping businesses process transactions faster, smarter, and with greater transparency.

But Kimberly's real passion goes beyond payments.

She believes the financial systems of the future can be used for Kingdom impact.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why brilliant leaders often struggle to move faith from their head to their heart

• How slowing down can actually sharpen your leadership

• What it looks like to hear God’s direction in real business decisions

• Why the emerging world of digital payments and financial technology matters to the Kingdom

Kimberly will also be serving as a subject matter expert in the Currency Lab at SWC 2026, where leaders will explore the future of money, technology, and Kingdom economics.

And RevitPay will be powering the WiFi at SWC 2026, helping connect leaders from around the world.

If you want to understand where faith, technology, and the future of commerce intersect—this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

You’ll be able to meet Kimberly Smith Coley in person at SWC 2026 and learn more about the work happening through RevitPay.

Sometimes the greatest breakthroughs don’t come from thinking harder.

They come from listening deeper.

🎧 Listen. Slow down. Hear the Father’s voice.

RevitPay- https://www.revitpay.com/

Join us at SWC 2026 - https://uschristianchamber.com/swc-2026/

Krystal sits down with Shelsea Becker, founder of LYN Ministries and the SheWill Conference, for a conversation full of wisdom, laughter, and a few leadership insights that will stop you in your tracks.

Shelsea dropped a line during this interview that Krystal had never heard before:

“If you self-promote, you have to self-sustain.”

Let that sink in.

In a world obsessed with visibility and personal branding, Shelsea challenges leaders to think differently about calling, provision, and trust in God’s timing.

But that wasn’t the only moment that made us pause.

Shelsea also declared something that sounds completely backwards in the hustle culture:

“Rest is a work word.”

Wait… what?

In this episode, Shelsea unpacks why true Kingdom leadership requires rhythms of rest, obedience, and deep relationship with Jesus—sometimes looking far different than the world’s definition of productivity.

Shelsea is the real deal.

She’s known for her bold faith, contagious energy, and unwavering commitment to equipping women around the world to step deeper into their walk with Christ. Through LYN Ministries, SheWill Conference, and Girls Weekend God’s Way, she is helping women move from ankle-deep faith into the deeper waters of intimacy with God.

Inspired by the vision of Book of Ezekiel chapter 47, Shelsea teaches that every believer is invited to move deeper into the river of God’s presence—where transformation, healing, and purpose begin to flow.

Her mission is simple but powerful:

Help women
Become who Christ created them to be
Know their identity in Him
Live the life He calls them to
Love the way He first loved us

Shelsea is also the coffee sponsor at SWC 2026, happening April 22–24 in Orlando, where you’ll be able to meet her and connect with the mission of LYN Ministries firsthand.

This episode will challenge the way you think about leadership, hustle, influence, and rest.

It will also remind you that sometimes the deepest Kingdom wisdom comes with a little laughter… and a big dose of bold faith.

If you’re ready to move deeper with God—
and maybe rethink how you lead while you’re at it—

you won’t want to miss this one.

🎧 Listen. Laugh. Lean in. And maybe shout a little yeehaw.

Connect with LYN Ministries - https://www.lynministries.org/

Meet Todd Hopkins — founder of Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services, strategic growth coach, international best-selling author, and a man who wakes up excited each day to ask one question:

“Lord, what do You want to solve today?”

Todd doesn’t just talk about faith in business.

He has pre-committed to obey God.

It’s not conditional.
It’s not convenient.
It’s not negotiable.

Before the decision ever arrives, the answer is already yes.

In this powerful conversation, Todd shares what it looks like to truly humble yourself before the Father each day—bringing Him your challenges, your opportunities, your growth strategy, and even your control.

And this isn’t theory.

Todd spent 30 years building Office Pride into an award-winning franchise system with over 150 locations across the United States. He led through growth, through complexity, and through COVID. He has authored multiple faith-based business books and now coaches entrepreneurs around the world to scale with clarity and conviction.

But his greatest discipline?

Daily time with God.

He cannot stress enough the importance of quiet time every single day—sharing with the Lord what is happening and asking what he is to do about it.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What it means to pre-commit to obedience

• How surrender strengthens leadership instead of weakening it

• Why productivity must replace “busy” if you want lasting impact

• How to scale without losing your soul

• The difference between controlling outcomes and stewarding influence

Todd teaches entrepreneurs how to maximize productivity, install scalable systems, build financial confidence, and think strategically—but underneath it all is one foundation:

Honor God first.

This episode will challenge you.

Because surrender sounds spiritual…
until it threatens your control.

You’ll meet Todd Hopkins in person at SWC 2026, where he’ll be exhibiting and serving as a resource to our community.

If you’ve experienced success but want alignment…
If you’re driven but want peace…
If you’re ready to lead from humility instead of hustle—

This conversation will reframe your strategy and deepen your walk.

Pre-commitment changes everything.

🎧 Listen. Reflect. Lead surrendered.

Connect with Todd Hopkins https://toddhopkins.com/

Ask Erin Harrigan.

In this powerful episode, Krystal sits down with Erin, Christian business coach, author, and former corporate high-achiever, to unpack what happens when hustle is no longer fueled by identity, pressure, or performance—but by obedience.

Erin didn’t lack ambition.
She lacked peace.

After 25 years climbing the corporate ladder, her identity wrapped tightly around productivity and achievement, everything came to a breaking point in October 2014. Overwhelmed and spiritually empty, she found herself face-down on her carpet, crying out for a better way.

That was the moment she fully surrendered her life to Jesus Christ—and everything changed.

But the transformation didn’t stop there.

Earlier in the marketplace, Erin had been asked two life-altering questions that cut straight through titles, performance, and reputation:

Whose are you?
And what do you know about Jesus?

Those questions—and her surrender—completely redefined her understanding of success.

In this episode, Erin shares how God took the ashes of striving thoughts:

“I’m not doing enough.”
“I need to hustle harder.”
“My worth is tied to my achievements.”
“I can’t slow down or I’ll fall behind.”

—and redeemed them with truth.

She discovered that ambition isn’t the enemy.
It’s a gift.
But it must be channeled by God’s purpose, not the world’s expectations.

Today, Erin’s mission is clear: helping high-achieving Christian women redefine hustle, break free from overachievement and overwhelm, and build businesses that honor God without sacrificing faith, family, or well-being. Her work blends biblical wisdom with practical business strategy—proving that growth and surrender are not opposites.

This episode will challenge you to reassess:

• Your hustle

• Your identity

• Your labels

• Your definition of success

It will invite you to consider a better question than “How much more can I do?”

What if the real breakthrough comes from surrender?

If you’ve ever felt driven but empty…
Successful but restless…
Faith-filled yet exhausted…

Buckle up.

This conversation will reframe your ambition, reset your pace, and remind you that your business is a ministry—and your drive can advance the Kingdom when Jesus is truly at the helm.

Connect with Erin: https://erinharrigan.com/

🎧 Listen. Reflect. Redefine your hustle.

In this episode, Krystal sits down with Karl Diffenderfer, founder of the Pennsylvania Christian Chamber of Commerce, Certified Master Business & Performance Coach, and Kingdom entrepreneur, for a powerful conversation about resilience, obedience, and pressing forward—no matter what trenches you’re in.

Karl’s journey wasn’t neat or predictable. At one point, he believed he had too much entrepreneurial fire to belong in church. Too driven. Too wired. Too restless.

What he didn’t realize yet was that God wasn’t asking him to suppress that fire—He was preparing to redeem it and deploy it in the marketplace.

Karl shares how God took his entrepreneurial spirit and fully activated it for Kingdom impact—transforming business into ministry, leadership into discipleship, and ambition into stewardship.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How to keep progressing forward when circumstances say “quit”

• Why faithfulness in the trenches matters more than perfect conditions

• How God uses entrepreneurial drive to build influence, not ego

• Practical, Spirit-led advice for setting, keeping, and achieving goals

• What it means to experience the fruit of the Spirit in business—not by striving, but by abiding

A serial entrepreneur and visionary leader, Karl built an award-winning marketing firm that generated over $100 million in revenue for clients before selling the company at age 32 to pursue his true calling: coaching leaders. Today, he ranks in the top 4% of business coaches worldwide, known for blending performance-driven strategy with Spirit-led leadership.

Over the past decade, Karl has mentored hundreds of Kingdom-minded business owners—helping them move from burnout and confusion into clarity, confidence, and sustainable growth. His proprietary operating system delivers structure, focus, and accountability without sacrificing faith, family, or freedom.

Now, Karl is multiplying impact by coaching the coaches, building a team of more than 127 leaders with a bold vision:
to help business owners live out their Kingdom calling—and equip coaches to build thriving, six-figure practices with integrity and balance.

Beyond coaching, Karl also founded Virtual Assistants Company, creating meaningful work for believers in the Philippines and supporting Kingdom entrepreneurship globally.

Above all, this episode isn’t just about business success.

It’s about hope.
It’s about obedience.
It’s about keeping the fire burning when life gets hard.

You’ll meet Karl Diffenderfer and his team in person at SWC 2026, and trust us—this is a conversation you’ll want to continue.

If you’re in a tough season…
If you’ve wondered whether your drive fits in God’s plan…
If you’re ready to press forward in faith—

This episode will remind you:
God doesn’t waste fire. He refines it.

🎧 Listen. Be encouraged. Keep progressing forward.

Connect with Karl https://higherimpact.me/karl-diffenderfer/

In this episode, Krystal sits down with Travis Coombs, Founder of Kingdom Forge, to tell a powerful, unexpected story about mentorship, obedience, and the kind of relationship that quietly shifts everything.

One ordinary interaction became a divine appointment.
A mentor stepped in.
A relationship with God began to grow.
And a life took a completely different direction.

Travis’ story reminds us that we rarely see the full impact of our obedience—until God lets us hear the story from the other side and reveals how a simple, faithful relationship can forge a new calling.

Today, Travis is taking back gaming for the Kingdom.

Through Kingdom Forge, he’s putting creators, ministries, and leaders in the driver’s seat—helping them turn faith-based and wholesome game ideas into playable experiences that don’t just entertain, but speak to the soul, stir the heart, and reflect the love and truth of Christ.

At Kingdom Forge, the mission is clear:
to build games with lasting Kingdom impact.

In this conversation, you’ll hear about:

• How one mentor relationship redirected an entire life

• Why gaming is one of the most overlooked mission fields of our time

• What it looks like to pursue excellence as an act of worship

• How faith, creativity, and technology can work together without compromise

• Why not every calling starts in a church—but every calling can glorify God

Kingdom Forge operates on values that shape both culture and craft:
excellence in all things, loving people well, open and honest communication, and an intentional commitment to creating only what glorifies God.

This episode is about more than games.

It’s about influence.
It’s about stewardship.
It’s about saying yes when God puts someone—or something—unexpected in your path.

You may think your small interaction doesn’t matter.
You may think your industry is too far gone.
You may think faith and creativity don’t belong together.

This story will challenge all of that.

Because sometimes, God uses a chicken quesadilla
to forge a Kingdom future.

🔗 Learn more or connect with Travis: https://www.kingdomforgegames.com/

In fact, as a young girl, she prayed a very specific prayer:

“God, whatever you do… don’t send me to the mission field.”

Spoiler alert: God smiled.

In this episode, Krystal sits down with Joy Reyes, Founder and CEO of New Hope Girls, for a raw, faith-filled conversation about obedience, calling, and what happens when you say yes—before you have the resources, the roadmap, or the reassurance.

Two small kids.
One-year commitment.
Eight suitcases.
The Dominican Republic.

A family stepped out not knowing what God would do with their powerful YES.

What began as obedience became a global mission of rescue, restoration, and hope.

Joy’s story began in a tiny shack in the barrio—a moment that ignited a calling she couldn’t ignore. What was meant to be a one-year adventure became a movement dedicated to rescuing, restoring, and empowering girls who have survived trafficking, abuse, and extreme vulnerability.

Under Joy’s leadership, New Hope Girls has grown into a model of restoration that goes far beyond rescue. Through education, trauma-informed care, mentorship, and sustainable employment, girls and women are equipped to reclaim dignity, independence, and hope. Partnerships with global brands like Vera Bradley, Pura Vida, Kohl’s, Ethan Allen, Thistle Farms, and others have turned handcrafted work into instruments of justice—proving that business, when aligned with purpose, can change lives.

But this podcast isn’t about headlines or partnerships.

It’s about obedience.

Joy said yes before the money came.
Yes before she knew how to scale.
Yes when all she had was faith, courage, and a shack.
Yes to duplication before she understood systems.
Yes to God—again and again.

This is a story of YES & _______.
Yes & faith.
Yes & action.
Yes & stepping into the unknown.

Joy’s background in education, psychology, and trauma-informed care has shaped her into a trusted voice for healing and restoration—but at the core, this is the story of a woman who said yes and kept walking.

You’ll hear about:

• What obedience looks like when the calling disrupts your plans

• How faith-driven leadership sustains long-term impact

• Turning rescue into restoration through dignity and work

• Why saying yes early matters more than having it all figured out

You can meet Joy Reyes and the New Hope Girls team in person at SWC 2026—and trust us, you’ll want to.

This episode will stir your faith.
It will challenge your excuses.
And it may ask you a simple, dangerous question:

What might God do if you said yes?

This is why obedience still changes the world.
This is what happens when faith moves first.

This is the power of YES.

🎧 Listen. Be stirred. Say yes.

To Learn More about Joy and New Hope Girls: https://newhopegirls.com/pages/our-story

And when mention SWC can you add this link: https://uschristianchamber.com/swc-2026/

That posture—making room for God in the middle of real life—has shaped everything that followed.

In this episode, Krystal sits down with Theresa Lynn Sidebotham, founder of Telios Law, to explore law and legal issues through a distinctly Christian lens—and why legal compliance, preparation, and wise process are not acts of fear, but acts of stewardship.

Telios Law is built on a rare conviction:
that legal solutions should bring healing and life, not just protection.

Theresa explains how unresolved conflict, poor policies, and informal practices can quietly sabotage a mission—and how preventive planning, good governance, and clear processes can become a business’s strongest defense long before a lawsuit ever appears.

In this conversation, you’ll hear about:

• Why legal compliance and preparation are not optional for faith-driven leaders

• How good policy and good process can prevent crises before they start

• When negotiation and preventive planning can avoid litigation altogether

• Real stories of provision, protection, and moments that felt unmistakably miraculous

Theresa brings extraordinary depth to this conversation. Raised cross-culturally as a missionary kid, educated across continents, and shaped by decades of ministry, leadership, and law, she combines top-tier legal excellence with rare discernment. She graduated first in her law school class, was mentored by judges at the Colorado Court of Appeals, served religious institutions at a large firm, and went on to found Telios Law to serve businesses, ministries, churches, and individuals with integrity and courage.

Telios Law represents clients in litigation, investigations, appeals, and alternatives to litigation—while consistently emphasizing that preventive planning often saves far more than courtroom victories ever could.

This episode is practical.
It’s wise.
And it’s deeply grounding.

If you’re a business leader who wants to protect what God has entrusted to you…
If you believe faith and excellence belong together…
If you want to lead with clarity instead of reacting in crisis—

This conversation will equip you.

Good law doesn’t just reduce risk.
Done well, it preserves vision, protects people, and creates space for life to flourish.

Connect with Telios Law -  https://telioslaw.com/

This episode is a must-listen.

Krystal sits down with Bristan Heaven, President of the Central Florida Christian Chamber of Commerce, Kingdom-driven leader, and trusted friend, for a conversation that pulls back the curtain on spiritual warfare in business, discernment, and the subtle ways darkness disguises itself as “normal.”

The phrase that stopped the conversation cold?

“Maybe hell isn’t that bad after all.”

A revealing moment.
A warning signal.
A clear indication that something deeper was at play.

Bristan and his wife, Latondra Heaven, often describe themselves as a modern-day Aquila and Priscilla—partners in life, business, and ministry. As founders of Kingdom REACH Leadership and Spirit and Truth Global, their shared calling can be summed up in one word:

Discipleship.

Not theory.
Not hype.
Formation.

In this episode, we explore:

• How spiritual warfare shows up in boardrooms—not just church buildings

• What it actually means to invite Jesus to be CEO

• How to lead in faith while managing real risk, pressure, and responsibility

With decades of experience spanning retail and small business banking, ministry leadership, and marketplace discipleship, Bristan brings a grounded, sober wisdom to what it means to operate in the world without being of it.

This is not a fear-based conversation.

It’s a clarity-based one.

If you’re a business leader who senses there’s more happening beneath the surface…
If you’ve felt resistance you couldn’t quite explain…
If you want to lead with authority, peace, and discernment—

This episode will sharpen you.

Not every battle is loud.
Not every victory looks dramatic.
But every leader needs discernment.

And this conversation delivers it.

SWC 2026: https://uschristianchamber.com/swc-2026/

Central Florida Christian Chamber of Commerce: https://cfchristianchamber.com/

In this compelling episode of The Shepherd at Work, Krystal sits down with LaDondra Hervey—President of the Texas Christian Chamber of Commerce, growth consultant, award-winning author, and encourager of leaders—to talk about what happens when faith meets adversity head-on.

LaDondra’s story is one of perseverance, identity, and unshakable faith. Rooted in the prayers and legacy of a faith-filled grandmother, she learned early what it means to be a Kingdom citizen—standing firm when circumstances try to define you. This conversation goes deep into themes many leaders quietly carry: dysfunction, recovery, recidivism, identity, and what it looks like to choose faith when the odds are stacked against you.

The title says it all: The 4th Man in the Fire.
Because LaDondra doesn’t just talk about surviving hardship—she testifies to the presence of God in it.

In this episode, we talk about:
• Faith forged through hardship and perseverance
• Identity rooted in Christ, not circumstances
• Breaking cycles of dysfunction through purpose and truth
• Leadership that encourages rather than exhausts
• Building businesses that grow revenue and legacy
• What it means to stand in the fire—and discover you’re not alone

LaDondra Hervey is a model of faith-filled encouragement and resilient leadership. She doesn’t just help people grow businesses—she helps pull the greatness out of them.

If you’re walking through a hard season, leading while carrying weight, or wondering where God is in the middle of the fire… this episode will meet you there.

Learn more about the Texas Christian Chamber of Commerce - https://txchristianchamber.com/

In this meaningful episode, Krystal sits down with John Harris, co-owner of Thunderbird Jewelry, to talk about what it truly means to abide with God through seasons of challenge, transition, and growth.

John’s journey is marked by both faith and resilience. Early work in the jewelry industry alongside his wife laid the foundation for what would become a legacy business—one rooted in craftsmanship, integrity, and long-standing relationships with Navajo, Zuni, and Pueblo artisans. But the road wasn’t always smooth.

John shares a powerful truth many leaders avoid:
If you never experience failure, you never learn how to get back up.

In this conversation, we explore how favor doesn’t disappear in hard seasons—and how abiding with God reshapes the way leaders face setbacks, steward responsibility, and carry influence forward with humility and purpose.

You’ll hear about:
• What it means to remain favored even when things fall apart
• Why failure can be a refining tool, not a disqualifier
• Building a business that honors people, culture, and legacy
• Leading with a shepherd’s heart in the marketplace
• How faith sustains endurance across decades—not just seasons

With over 50 years of history, Thunderbird Jewelry stands as a testimony to faithfulness, authenticity, and stewardship—values John continues to champion as a business leader, coach, and mentor.

This episode is for leaders who are in the middle of the journey—those learning to trust God not just for outcomes, but for endurance, wisdom, and renewal along the way.

If you’ve ever wondered whether God’s favor still rests on you during difficult seasons—this conversation will meet you right where you are.

Explore Thunderbird Jewelry - https://thunderbirdjewelry.com/

In this powerful episode, Krystal sits down with James Mark Barthel—Growth Leadership Coach, entrepreneur, and author of the new bestselling book Thou Shall Grow—to explore what happens when Christian leaders stop building for God and start building with God.

James’ story is remarkable.
He walked away from corporate life only to find himself with a struggling startup and more than $300,000 in debt, burned out, anxious, and watching “success” become an idol that nearly consumed him.
In desperation, he prayed for direction—and God answered with a biblical framework that transformed everything.

That revelation led James to grow a two-person venture into a national eight-figure market leader, featured in Forbes and ranked on the Inc. 5000 list.
Then, after a season of miracles—including his wife’s supernatural cancer healing—he spent 1,000 days in prayer seeking God’s plan for how Christian leaders are designed to grow.
The result?
Thou Shall Grow, a practical and prophetic roadmap for faith-led success.

James Mark Barthel is bold, authentic, and deeply Spirit-led. His insights will challenge your mindset, strengthen your leadership, and remind you that growth—real, sustainable, Kingdom growth—begins at the feet of Jesus.

If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to grow your business God’s way, this episode is an absolute must-listen.

Check out James’ new book, Thou Shall Grow:
https://www.amazon.com/Thou-Shall-Grow-Proven-Business/dp/B0FXH5F3GN

What happens when God interrupts your career, your worldview, and your idea of what business really is?

Bill Hollis—marketplace minister, author, and founder of Ruach Ministries in Johannesburg, South Africa—joins Krystal to share how God completely transformed his life and leadership. His journey began quietly: Christian colleagues placed around him, an unexpected book about near-death experiences, and a growing sense that God was drawing him into something deeper.

That spark became a fire. Bill’s faith reshaped every part of his work, turning his career into a daily partnership with God instead of a request for blessings on top of his own plans.

In this episode, Bill unpacks:

• How God used subtle nudges to redirect his entire life
• The difference between a Christian business and a Kingdom business—where Jesus is truly the CEO
• What it means to “do business like the world”… and why he walked away from it
• Why hearing God is not mystical—it’s essential for leadership
• How partnering with believers multiplies impact, influence, and Kingdom advancement

Bill Hollis is a seasoned business leader whose faith has shaped boardrooms, companies, and cultures across continents. His supernatural journey in the marketplace is a reminder that God doesn’t just show up on Sundays—He shows up in the deals, decisions, and daily challenges of work.

If you’re ready to invite God into every part of your business, this conversation will stir your faith and sharpen your focus.

Explore Bill’s books here:
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Bill-Hollis/author/B0DP3C618K?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=369383f8-ca63-4547-9a1a-1e89a8ee84d4

In this powerful episode, Krystal sits down with Leisle Chung, CEO and co-founder of Vanguard Skin Specialists, a premier dermatology and plastic surgery network with nine clinics, 150 employees, and a mission that stretches from Colorado to the ends of the earth.

Born in Korea and immigrating to the U.S. at age seven, Leisle’s family journey was so compelling it inspired the award-winning film Minari. Yet that chapter is only the beginning.

Leisle graduated magna cum laude from Yale, studied theology in Scotland, earned her MBA from Harvard Business School, and spent nearly a decade at Bain & Company — checking every worldly “success” box.
But God had a different definition of success in mind.

A life-changing moment in Cambodia reframed everything. Leisle realized her ambition wasn’t the hero of the story — obedience was. That revelation would set her and her husband, Dr. Vinh Chung, on a path to build a medical practice defined not by profit, but by purpose.

Today, Vanguard Skin Specialists is known as a place where:
• Excellence is expected.
• Compassion is non-negotiable.
• Philanthropy is woven into the business model.
• Patients become part of a global ripple effect of Kingdom impact.

Leisle Chung is brilliant in business, bold in faith, and beautifully committed to using leadership for the glory of God. This conversation will stir your heart, sharpen your vision, and challenge you to let God rewrite your hero’s journey too.

That’s where Susan Schramm shines.

In this powerful episode, Krystal Parker sits down with the bestselling author of Fast Track Your Big Idea! and founder of Go to Market Impact to unpack how leaders can move from vision to execution—faster, smarter, and with purpose that lasts.

A former executive with IBM, Nokia, and Siemens, Susan now advises CEOs, boards, ministries, and mission-driven organizations. Her superpower? Helping leaders de-risk their dreams by navigating uncertainty, mobilizing teams, and reframing risk as a confidence builder—not a deterrent.

Rooted in Scripture and purpose, Susan brings a deep conviction:

When God gives a vision, He also provides the wisdom, people, and strategy to bring it to life.

Susan is a force multiplier for Kingdom-minded leaders, equipping them to shift from intention to impact without losing their values.

If you’ve got a God-sized idea stirring in your heart, this episode will show you how to fast-track it—with wisdom, courage, and clarity.

Want to go deeper? Susan’s bestselling book Fast Track Your Big Idea! is a powerful guide for Kingdom-minded leaders: https://www.amazon.com/Navigate-People-Action-Strategy-Course/dp/B0FTGMG9ZX/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

In this powerful conversation, Josh and Krystal dive into how the marketplace itself has become one of the most strategic mission fields in the world. With influence, opportunity, and people searching for purpose, it’s time for believers to see business not just as commerce, but as Kingdom calling.

As the founder of 4th Soil Ventures, Josh equips men to integrate faith into their businesses through his Hundredfold Framework—a model designed to multiply the top line, bottom line, and finish line for God’s glory. After 15 years of coaching business leaders across 50+ countries, Josh has a front-row seat to what happens when biblical principles meet bold leadership.

In this episode, you’ll discover:
✅ Why the marketplace is one of the greatest mission fields today
✅ How to uncover blind spots that block Kingdom growth
✅ The 100x principle that can transform your business and life
✅ What it means to truly live out Romans 8:37 in business

This conversation will challenge how you see work, faith, and purpose—and inspire you to lead from good soil that bears eternal fruit.

Learn more about Josh - https://www.4thsoilventures.com/

When the dealership he owned began struggling, Mark did the unthinkable: he shut down operations on Sundays. It went against every industry norm, sparked resistance, and tested everything he knew about success. But Mark followed the leading of the Holy Spirit — and what happened next can only be described as supernatural.

From near-collapse to breakthrough, Mark’s obedience not only saved his business — it sparked a new vision for Kingdom commerce through his company, Honest Car Payment, a transparent, values-driven auto refinancing platform helping people find financial freedom across the nation.

In this episode, you’ll hear:
✅ How one act of obedience unlocked divine favor
✅ What it means to lead a business fully surrendered to God
✅ Why faith-based leadership matters in today’s marketplace
✅ The ripple effect when business becomes ministry

This isn’t just a turnaround story — it’s a testimony of radical trust, courageous leadership, and God’s power to rewrite the playbook for success.

Learn more about Mark and his company Honest Car Payment - https://honestcarpayment.com/

Meet Cassandra Diaz, founder of The Trading Post Café in St. Cloud, Florida—a family-owned, faith-fueled business that’s literally spreading Scripture one tea bag at a time.

What started as a small tea and spice shop has become a growing Kingdom hub, serving fresh brews, hosting Bible studies, and sending missionaries around the world through their new nonprofit, The Post Missions.

In this episode, you’ll hear:
✅ How a small act of obedience became a big move of God
✅ The story behind The Trading Post Café’s incredible growth
✅ Why faith and business can—and should—flow together
✅ How God uses ordinary moments (and even tea!) for extraordinary Kingdom impact

This is more than a story about business growth—it’s a testimony of surrender, stewardship, and the beauty of watching God expand your territory when you say yes.

Check out The Trading Post Online - https://www.spiceandteatradingpost.com/

Today, that spark has become EmpowerLinked — a groundbreaking business turning digital marketing into a Kingdom advancement tool.

Marius is bold, creative, and relentless about one thing: getting the Word of God in front of everyone, everywhere. From digital billboards to smart screens in local businesses, EmpowerLinked fuses marketing savvy with missional strategy to reach hearts right where they are.

In this episode, you’ll hear:
✅ How Marius turned a business idea into a Kingdom platform
✅ What it takes to innovate with faith at the center
✅ Why courage, creativity, and conviction are vital for marketplace leaders
✅ The power of visibility — using marketing to make God’s name known

This conversation is equal parts vision, inspiration, and practical insight for anyone who believes business can be ministry and marketing can be mission.

Connect with EmpowerLinked today: https://www.empowerlinked.com/uscccempowerlinked

Claton is the founder and president of CrossCurrent Digital, a fast-growing media platform delivering faith-based, family-friendly audiobooks, ebooks, and podcasts—with no worldly filters, no compromise.

In this episode, Krystal dives into Claton’s incredible story of resilience, conviction, and obedience. From worship leader and audiobook narrator to the founder of one of the boldest Christian media companies in the country, you’ll hear how God can turn cultural pushback into Kingdom momentum.

We talk about:
✅ The moment cancel culture hit—and how Claton’s faith held firm
✅ Why CrossCurrent was born “for such a time as this”
✅ The battle for truth and purity in media

If you’ve ever felt silenced or sidelined for your faith, this episode will ignite your courage and remind you that God’s story can’t be canceled!

That poem—“!Monsters in the Closet!”—became the heartbeat of our conversation. You’ll hear the powerful reveal and discover why the timing was no accident.

This episode is about unmasking the lies that whisper in the dark—“you’re not enough,” “you’ll never measure up,” “you’re all alone”—and shining the truth of Christ’s love straight into them.

Andrew, a transformational coach and master teacher, shares how to:

• Recognize the hidden “monsters” of shame, fear, and doubt

• Break through limiting beliefs with tools rooted in both science and scripture

• Step into freedom by walking in the truth of who you are in Christ

Andrew’s life mission is simple: to influence as many people as possible to live a higher level of spiritual strength and create a life by design.

Don’t miss this episode—it’s a reminder that every monster crumbles when God’s light exposes the lie.

Joe Pici isn’t just a global guru—he’s Krystal’s coach, a powerhouse communicator, and a living example of faith in action. Named the world’s top sales trainer and keynote speaker by Global Gurus, Joe has equipped hundreds of thousands of professionals across four continents to build pipelines that never run dry.

In this episode, Joe opens up like never before—sharing insights, stories, and a side few people ever get to see. He throws a few “fastballs” you don’t want to miss, from how to evolve and adapt your business in real time to why relationships are still the single greatest key to success.

You’ll discover:
✅ Why keeping your pipeline full is the secret to staying unstuck
✅ The power of faith in fearless selling
✅ How to integrate excellence and Kingdom impact without compromise

Joe Pici is the co-founder of Pici & Pici, Inc., host of The Sales Edge Podcast, and creator of the world-renowned Rapport Mastery™ system. He’s helped leaders and teams move from survival to significance—and now he’s sharing his playbook for the marketplace mission field.

Practical. Powerful. Faith-filled.
This is one conversation that will sharpen your business edge and your spiritual focus.

As founders of Almighty Wings Productions, they’ve gone from editing for major TV networks to producing family-friendly and Kingdom-centered content with a mission: to be salt and light in the world of visual entertainment.

In this episode, Matt and Season share:

• How God called them out of the mainstream entertainment industry into Kingdom media

• The powerful backstory that had them literally ripping up tarot cards and reclaiming their platform for Christ

• What it means to bring excellence and authenticity into post-production work

• Their vision for using film and media as a force for God’s glory

If you’ve ever wondered how God can use creativity, media, and even behind-the-scenes work to advance His Kingdom — you’ll be inspired by Matt and Season’s journey.

That’s exactly what happened to Jamal Maxsam. As a teenager, he had a radical encounter with Jesus that shattered deception and changed the trajectory of his life forever. Today, Jamal is a leadership igniter, faith-builder, and author—helping believers step into their calling to lead by faith, walk in the miraculous, and make a Kingdom impact wherever they are planted.

In this episode, Jamal and Krystal dive into:

• His powerful Damascus-road style encounter with Jesus in the middle of a spiritualist convention

• The red flags leaders need to watch for when the world’s system tries to pull them off course

• Why obedience, worship, and surrender are the foundation for Kingdom leadership

• A sneak peek into his unreleased book Called Out.

This is not a surface-level conversation—this is real talk about counterfeit spirituality, the miraculous, and how God calls leaders to operate with clarity and courage in a world full of compromise.

If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to lead in the miraculous while keeping your faith at the center of everything you do, this conversation will light a fire in you.

Mina Carlson, co-founder of the Arizona Christian Chamber of Commerce and SVP of the U.S. Christian Chamber Coalition, shares her powerful journey of resilience, faith, and Kingdom purpose. From leading startups to $25M+ in revenue to advising billion-dollar corporations, Mina was already a seasoned leader. But it was her personal story—one that rocked her sense of identity—that God used to birth a vision much larger than herself.

Today, Arizona is not just her home; it’s a hub of Kingdom commerce and the birthplace of a movement that’s spreading across America. With the Christian Chamber Coalition now helping launch chambers coast to coast, Mina is equipping leaders to grow stronger businesses, advance God’s Kingdom, and transform cities.

In this episode, we cover:

• Mina’s personal story of resilience and rediscovering her true identity in Christ

• How Arizona has become a launching ground for national Kingdom impact

• Why Christian chambers matter now more than ever

• The bold vision of uniting marketplace believers from Arizona to America

• Practical lessons for leaders navigating faith, business, and cultural headwinds

If you’ve ever wondered how God can use your personal pain to fuel a movement that transforms cities and nations, Mina’s story will inspire you to rise up and step into your Kingdom calling.

Jessica and Javie Madrigal, founders of New Local Marketing, aren’t just marketing pros. They’re husband-and-wife Kingdom entrepreneurs on a mission to take “local” from an afterthought to a power move—helping businesses grow without compromising their values.

In this episode, they share their journey of reinvention and full surrender to God—what it means to be unbound by the world’s systems and unhinged from the pressure to “look” successful. For Jessica and Javie, marketing isn’t about flashy gimmicks or high-stakes gambles—it’s about clarity, strategy, and impact that lasts.

From websites and SEO to social media and ad campaigns, they bring 15+ years of experience—but their foundation is built on something far deeper: faith, integrity, and the belief that local business is still the heartbeat of our economy.

In this conversation, we cover:

• How surrendering your business to God changes every decision you make

• The 3 phases of “New Local” growth—and how to know where you are

• Why marketing without a plan is like playing roulette with your bottom line

• How AI, automation, and data can serve—not replace—authentic relationships

• The joy of building something that reflects both your calling and your community

If you’ve ever felt the pull to do business differently—anchored in strategy, fueled by purpose, and free from the world’s pressure—Jessica and Javie’s story will show you what’s possible when you give it all to God.

Author of Set It on Fire: The Art of Innovation, Natalie shares the first step every leader must take to ignite creativity and transformation in their business. But the conversation takes an unexpected—and powerful—turn when she connects the biblical story of Jonah and Nineveh to innovation and obedience.

Her question will stop you in your tracks: What is your Nineveh? What calling, idea, or opportunity have you been running from—and what might happen if you said “yes” instead?

In this high-energy and thought-provoking episode, you’ll discover:

• The first step to true innovation (and why it’s not what you think)

• Why sometimes God calls you to “burn the box” instead of just thinking outside of it

• The surprising parallels between Jonah’s journey and your next big idea

• How to identify your personal Nineveh—and what’s at stake if you ignore it

If you’ve ever felt a nudge toward something bigger but hesitated out of fear, doubt, or uncertainty—this is your moment to listen in, get inspired, and be set on fire.

Linda J. Hansen wants to make sure the answer is a resounding no. As the Founder & President of Prosperity 101, she’s on a mission to equip everyday Americans with the knowledge they need to connect public policy with personal prosperity—and protect the freedoms that make opportunity possible.

Her story is as inspiring as her mission. Once a homeschool mom of six, Linda became one of the few women to serve at the highest levels of a major U.S. presidential campaign, working as Executive Vice President and Deputy Chief of Staff for Herman Cain’s 2012 run. She’s also a certified leadership coach, accomplished speaker, and seasoned strategist in politics, government affairs, and grassroots activism.

In this episode, Linda shares:

• The wake-up call that led her to launch Prosperity 101

• How employers can help employees connect economics, policy, and job security

• The role of faith in having peace that passes all understanding—even in turbulent times

• Practical ways to protect your livelihood through informed engagement

Whether you’re an employer, an employee, or simply someone who cares about freedom, this conversation will give you both inspiration and tools to make a difference—starting now.

Lasheena Williams has built a career and life anchored in the belief that work is worship. Her blueprint for success starts with letting go of self-driven ambition and allowing God to provide exactly what’s needed—right when it’s needed.

In this inspiring episode, Lasheena shares:

• How shifting her focus from wants to what God has placed in her hands changed everything

• The daily disciplines that keep her grounded in faith while excelling in business

• Why worship doesn’t end on Sunday—it continues in every meeting, email, and decision

• Her practical steps for turning God-given assignments into Kingdom impact

If you’ve ever felt like your goals were slipping out of reach, Lasheena’s story will challenge and encourage you to lean into the Provider, trust His timing, and work with excellence as an act of worship.

In his first appearance on The Shepherd at Work, Mark shared his passion for building Christ-centered workplaces. Now, he’s back with his brand-new book, Faith Driven HR, and an even bolder vision: transforming Human Resources into a mission-driven, people-focused, Kingdom-advancing force.

In today’s fast-paced, ever-changing workplace, engagement, retention, and purpose are in short supply. But Mark believes the solution isn’t found in the latest corporate trend—it’s found in timeless biblical principles, applied with courage and intentionality.

Drawing on decades of HR leadership, Mark offers real-world stories, actionable strategies, and spiritual wisdom for leaders who want to create environments where employees feel valued, motivated, and fulfilled—professionally and spiritually.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why faith belongs at the core of workplace culture

• How values-driven HR impacts recruitment, retention, and morale

• Practical steps to integrate Kingdom principles into HR policies

If you’ve ever wondered how to align your leadership, your culture, and your HR practices with your faith—this conversation will give you the roadmap.

Here is the link to Mark's book:  https://inhisnamehr.com/faith-driven-hr-book-preorder/

Joy Capps says yes—but not without a fight.

As a seasoned communications strategist and author of Joyful Copy, Joy has worked with high-level leaders to craft compelling messages that get results. But even in Kingdom circles, she noticed something troubling: a drift. A subtle slide toward compromise. A pressure to perform.

In this refreshingly honest episode of The Shepherd at Work, Joy opens up about the trust tension that purpose-driven leaders often face—and how partnering with the Holy Spirit changes everything.

She came ready for hard questions and offered real answers—not just theory, but a Spirit-led framework that will shift how you communicate, connect, and build trust in business.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why even well-meaning leaders fall into manipulative marketing tactics

• The quiet cost of compromising our message to keep up with trends

• Three trust-building shifts every Kingdom-minded business needs to make

• How Joy learned to partner with the Holy Spirit in her writing and strategy

• Why integrity in marketing isn’t just ethical—it’s powerful

If you’ve ever struggled with how to stand for truth while still standing out, don’t miss this one. It’s time to market with clarity, conviction, and Christ at the center.

Rob Maaddi was a former athlete turned nationally known sports reporter—chasing a life that looked glamorous on the outside but left him empty on the inside. In the midst of it all, Rob met Jesus—and everything changed.

He thought surrendering to God meant leaving the industry behind and heading to the pulpit. But God had a bolder plan.

Instead of walking away, Rob stepped up—launching Faith on the Field, a Christian sports talk show placed not on a Christian station, but right in the heart of mainstream radio. His mission? To bring Christ into locker rooms, headlines, and homes through the voices of top athletes sharing their faith.

Rob is also the Senior NFL Writer for the Associated Press, reaching millions as a bold witness in one of the most visible platforms in sports journalism. He found not just his calling—but also his wife, his purpose, and his passion.

In this powerful episode, we cover:

• Why worldly success can’t satisfy eternal needs

• How surrender led Rob to a platform he never dreamed of

• What it looks like to bring faith into the heart of mainstream media

• The courage it takes to preach in unexpected places

• And why your biggest stage might be right where you already are

If you’ve ever felt called to something bigger but didn’t know how God would use your past—this one’s for you.

But it was in that valley—stripped of success and self-sufficiency—that Scott found what really matters.

In this episode, Scott tells the raw, redemptive story of how God used a complete collapse to catapult him into his calling. As the founder of Preach Where You Reach®, Scott now leads a movement empowering marketplace apostles to carry God’s presence into the workplace every single day.

You’ll hear:

• The moment that brought Scott to his knees—and the breakthrough that followed

• Why comfort can be the enemy of calling

• What it really looks like to bring Jesus to work without preaching a sermon

• The power of showing up as salt and light in your profession

• How humor, humility, and Holy Spirit boldness can transform your leadership

Whether you’re crushing it or in a crushing season, this episode will reignite your vision to live on mission—right where you are.

After getting kicked out of seminary, Phil didn’t walk away from his calling—he reframed it for the marketplace. Now, he’s the driving force behind the Goal Achievers Summit, a high-impact end-of-year experience designed to equip leaders to stop setting goals... and start achieving them with God at the center.

With two decades of experience in the speaking and events industry, Phil has connected with some of the world’s top voices—and now he’s using that platform to ignite bold action in faith-driven leaders.

This episode is for anyone who knows they were made for more... and is ready to finish this year strong and launch into 2026 with Kingdom clarity and unstoppable momentum.

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In this episode, Chuck shares how a corporate rebranding project—turning less toilet paper into more value—triggered a soul-deep search that led him straight to Christ. That revelation changed everything.

Chuck didn’t leave the marketplace behind—he leaned in. From launching a successful consultancy (SKILLSOURCE) to pioneering one of the largest workplace ministries in the world (At Work on Purpose), Chuck is equipping Christian professionals to integrate faith and work with boldness and clarity.

Tune in to hear:

• The surprising “toilet paper moment” that sparked a 10-year spiritual journey

• What Harvard didn’t teach him about purpose—and how God filled the gap

• Why faith-driven professionals often feel isolated at work—and how to change that

• The powerful vision behind At Work on Purpose and the global movement it’s become

• How business can be more than profit—it can be your pulpit

Whether you’re in a boardroom, breakroom, or brainstorming your next move, Chuck’s story will fire you up to live fully on mission—right where God has you.

Brooke Boltz didn’t just start a personal injury law firm… she launched a phenomenon. With unstoppable faith and fearless creativity, she stepped out into the unknown—and ended her first year in business with 7 figures.

In this episode, Brooke gets real about:

• The God-nudge that led her to launch her own firm

• Why obedience > experience when walking in your calling

• How out-of-the-box thinking and divine favor fueled explosive growth

• What it looks like to bring Kingdom principles into the courtroom and the conference room

This is more than a business success story—it’s a faith-fueled testimony of what happens when you trust God with the big leap. If you need a shot of boldness, clarity, and permission to dream bigger… you need this episode.

But God had other plans.

That humble side hustle turned into Chicken Cone—a wildly successful, no-fork-needed fried chicken brand that exploded across the country. Jonathan didn’t just find extra income—he found a deeper dependence on God, reaching more people through business than he ever imagined from the pulpit.

In this honest and faith-filled episode, Jonathan shares:

• How desperation led to divine inspiration

• What it means to truly pray on your knees while leading in business

• Why stepping into the marketplace was the most spiritually stretching season of his life

• His newest calling as CEO of Iron Forums, equipping Christian CEOs to grow stronger in faith and business

If you’ve ever wrestled with calling, provision, or purpose—this one’s for you. God’s not done writing your story.

Rob Patz is a Preacher’s Kid turned media trailblazer, running one of the fastest-growing faith-based media platforms in the country.
Hundreds of thousands tune in weekly to Abundant TV — not just for entertainment, but for ministry.

How did he go from church pews to leading a national broadcast network?
With grit, grace, and a whole lot of laughter.

In this episode, we talk about Rob’s hilarious journey from PK to CEO

Whether you're in business, ministry, or media — or just need a good laugh and a dose of vision — this one’s for you.

👉 Don’t miss this episode with Rob Patz — the funny, faith-filled force behind Abundant TV.

Then 24 hours later… it was gone.

This episode dives deep into a story every entrepreneur fears but few ever tell: what happens when your biggest moment becomes your biggest letdown?

Jason didn’t start strong — his first business dream crashed and burned so hard it drove him to his knees, seeking God.

But that failure became the beginning of everything.

He started over, crushing it in the tire business and earning the nickname “The Tire Chaplain” for how he ministered through his work. The real turning point? Surrendering it all to God.

Today, Jason is a serial entrepreneur building faith-driven, high-impact companies and helping others do the same.

His story is raw, redemptive, and proof that when you give God your broken dreams, He gives you something bigger.

👉 Don’t miss this powerful conversation on failure, faith, and the freedom of doing business God’s way.

This week on The Shepherd at Work, Krystal Parker sits down with Joy Dawson, founder of Joyfully Planned Firm and a powerhouse Kingdom Connection Strategist who knows firsthand what it’s like to build success on the outside while feeling drained on the inside.

In this transparent and transformative episode, Joy opens up about:

• Her pivot from events to enterprise and what broke her on the inside

• The cost of striving in the world’s system—and the shift to Kingdom purpose

• How she redefined success and actually found joy (yes, the real kind)

• Why meaningful business connections are more than just networking—they’re ministry

With wisdom forged through fire, Joy shares how she moved from burnout and confusion to a purpose-driven life of connection, clarity, and calling. Whether you're building a business, navigating a transition, or searching for joy in your own journey—this episode is for you.

Tune in now and find the joy you were made for.
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In this inspiring episode of The Shepherd at Work, Krystal Parker talks with Dr. Nicole Davis, military veteran, leadership powerhouse, and founder of the Maryland Christian Chamber of Commerce. Nicole shares her remarkable journey—from serving our nation to equipping the next generation of Kingdom-minded entrepreneurs and leaders.

Her backstory is nothing short of jaw-dropping, and her mission is clear: to empower others to lead boldly, build stronger families, and transform the marketplace for God’s glory.

Tune in to hear:

• Nicole’s transformation from military service to ministry in the marketplace

• Why she’s launching a chamber that puts Christ at the center of business

• The call to rise up, lead well, and build Kingdom impact through commerce

This is a must-listen for any Christian leader looking for courage, clarity, and calling in today’s world.

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