A TROPHY OF GOD'S GRACE — Mike Sharrow on God's Grace, Rest, and Building a Business for a Greater Purpose. (S5E34)
The Shepherd at Work
Saturday, August 22, 2026 - 26 minutes
What does a boy who grew up on food stamps have in common with leading the world's largest peer-learning community for Christian CEOs?
According to Mike Sharrow...
Everything.
Because neither story is really about success.
It's about God's grace.
In this inspiring episode, Krystal sits down with Mike Sharrow, CEO of C12 Business Forums, for a conversation about faith, leadership, rest, and why God is often preparing us for something far bigger than we can imagine.
Mike describes himself as "a trophy of God's grace."
As a first-generation college student, he never imagined the journey God had planned. His career would take him through entrepreneurship, healthcare, management consulting, pastoral ministry, and eventually to C12, where today he serves over 5,000 Christian CEOs, business owners, and executives across five continents.
But Mike will be the first to tell you...
His greatest accomplishment isn't becoming a CEO.
It's learning to faithfully follow Jesus.
One of the most refreshing moments in this conversation comes when Mike talks about rest.
In a world that celebrates hustle and constant productivity, Mike explains why some of our greatest ideas, deepest insights, and most important breakthroughs often come when we intentionally slow down.
Because God rarely speaks through hurry.
He speaks through presence.
We also explore one of the most powerful ideas behind C12:
Business isn't separate from ministry.
For too long, many Christians have divided life into "sacred" and "secular." Mike challenges that mindset and shares how every business can become a platform for advancing the Gospel when leaders embrace the truth that they are called to build great businesses for a greater purpose.
In this episode, you'll discover:
• Why Mike calls himself "a trophy of God's grace."
• How God took him from food stamps to leading a global Kingdom organization.
• Why every leader needs trusted peers who will challenge and sharpen them.
• The surprising connection between rest, creativity, and breakthrough.
• Why business may be one of God's greatest tools for advancing His Kingdom.
• How to build a business that creates both lasting value and eternal impact.
Today, Mike leads C12 Business Forums, equipping thousands of Christian CEOs around the world to steward their companies as ministries and their leadership as Kingdom influence.
This conversation is full of wisdom, humility, and practical encouragement.
Because the greatest measure of success isn't the size of your business.
It's your faithfulness to the One who entrusted it to you.
👉 Learn more about C12 Business Forums:
https://www.c12forums.com/
🎧 Listen. Rest. Lead with purpose. Build a business for a greater purpose.
