When everything seems uncertain... or simply crazy... how do you maintain peace, confidence and certainty? This clip was taken from the annual Heaven in Business conference. To watch more, and join the growing global community engaging with God at work, see Heaveninbusiness.com/Free-Trial #kingdombusiness #confidence #certainty #uncertainty #secure #purpose #focus #unsettled

When everything seems uncertain... or simply crazy... how do you maintain peace, confidence and certainty? This clip was taken from the annual Heaven in Business conference. To watch more, and join the growing global community engaging with God at work, see <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heaveninbusiness.com/Free-Trial</a> #kingdombusiness #confidence #certainty #uncertainty #secure #purpose #focus #unsettled

201. How to Never Be Shaken

Recently a friend asked Andy, "How do you personally know that God is real? Not theology, not philosophy, not trying to convince others. But how do you know for yourself?" That question has been stirring for a couple weeks, so Andy recorded his response and now you get to hear from Janine. Andy and Janine have been married for 25 years and have followed the voice of God from New Zealand to Redding, CA and more recently to New Hope, Pennsylvania. If you want to grow as a follower of Jesus in your work, join us online to grow in identity, assignment, culture and influence. See https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial  #testimony #god #faithjourney #faithchallenge #godsnotdead #hearinggod

Recently a friend asked Andy, "How do you personally know that God is real? Not theology, not philosophy, not trying to convince others. But how do you know for yourself?" That question has been stirring for a couple weeks, so Andy recorded his response and now you get to hear from Janine. Andy and Janine have been married for 25 years and have followed the voice of God from New Zealand to Redding, CA and more recently to New Hope, Pennsylvania. If you want to grow as a follower of Jesus in your work, join us online to grow in identity, assignment, culture and influence. See <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial </a> #testimony #god #faithjourney #faithchallenge #godsnotdead #hearinggod

200. How Do You Know God is Real?

Recently we hosted our first Heaven in Business Strategic Retreat. in this episode I summarize what happened, what I learned and what we are doing differently as a result.1. What happenedWe had 20 business leaders from across the USA meet us in Pennsylvania for three days. The first day we visited Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA. We got to tour backstage seeing the design, construction and execution of world-class shows that serve 2,000 people, 11 times a week for about 40 weeks a year! We were pleasantly shocked by the level of excellence from the moment you drive into the property through to the live animals that participate in the shows, to the intricate detail of the sets. We then got to experience the show of Moses (more on that later) followed by lunch and discussion in the story-room with the executive team, talking culture and Presence-based-leadership and how they hear God for solutions, strategies and the next show! We then headed to a catered dinner at the home of a local business friend. The second day we heard the remarkable revival history and interweaving stories of William Wilberforce and William Penn and William Tennant... and Count Zinzendorf and the Moravians... and the holy experiment that IS Pennsylvania. We then unpacked the science behind cultural change (John Seel and his book Network Power) learning how a handful of highly committed people can and have changed global culture. With minds full we then went into the Life Center prayer house with Bob Perry and Lou Engle got centered back on the voice of God. And if that wasn't enough we had teams of prophetic people from Global Awakening give us rotating prophetic booths for over an hour in the evening.  The final day we called an audible and headed down to the Capitol Building where we were gifted with a tour of the governors office, the senate and house chambers with the phenomenal art telling foretelling the story and prophecy of William Penn for this state. We then did mastermind groups unpacking key actions for each participant followed by impartation and launch!2. What I learnedTo say that I was somewhat overwhelmed is an understatement. We have yet to gather the participants in a followup call to debrief learning and subsequent application. So here's my attempt as some of the key points: You are part of a story that is WAY bigger than you You are not the lead role of that story... Jesus is The quicker you yield your perceived control of the lead role, the easier it will be You will never fully understand... TRUST is key Don't try to connect all the dots; collect them A handful of highly committed and resourced individuals with a clear focus can literally change society (and have done!) If we truly trust God and believe His word we will take more risk... AND BE MORE PATIENT. This is a long term game - it is agricultural/organic in nature, not mechanical. History is important. Prophecy is important. Jesus joins both, so stay close to Him. It's time to awaken the soil - the Holy seed = the heritage and legacy you stand on and were grafted into When you know how loved you are, you never feel insignificant (and avoid the pitfalls of comparison)3. What I'm Doing Differently...I find myself revisiting learning on a daily basis. The key points are coming up in multiple conversations. In many ways the learning further confirmed the direction we are already headed and raised the volume of that which is most important. =&gt; Be more patient in the journey (increase intentional joy-activities) Side point: Interestingly I heard a podcast with Jordan Peterson talking about physiological wellbeing is strengthened by writing down past trauma and your future vision (frees you from past and give future hope/focus) and cognitive wellbeing is strengthened by regular physical exercise (your brain is about 2% bodyweight but consumes &gt;20% energy!) =&gt; Don't change the subject Know and stay in your lane/assignment. Celebrate, encourage and strengthen others in their lane but don't leave your priorities. Avoid Christian co-dependance (event based lifestyle, living to the lowest common denominator and 'if you're not ok then I'm not ok') =&gt; Protect and prioritize key relationships  Identify those running alongside you, just in front of you and those you are given to lead and nurture. Don't get distracted with bright and shiny 'new' relationships. Commit to discipleship (receiving and giving). Think long term.  If this has been of value for you, join the global community growing with God at work and engaging in the wellbeing of the cities we serve. FMI Heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial. Alternatively, join us in person at an upcoming event near you Heaveninbusiness.com/events

Recently we hosted our first Heaven in Business Strategic Retreat. in this episode I summarize what happened, what I learned and what we are doing differently as a result.1. What happened We had 20 business leaders from across the USA meet us in Pennsylvania for three days. The first day we visited Sight and Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA. We got to tour backstage seeing the design, construction and execution of world-class shows that serve 2,000 people, 11 times a week for about 40 weeks a year! We were pleasantly shocked by the level of excellence from the moment you drive into the property through to the live animals that participate in the shows, to the intricate detail of the sets. We then got to experience the show of Moses (more on that later) followed by lunch and discussion in the story-room with the executive team, talking culture and Presence-based-leadership and how they hear God for solutions, strategies and the next show! We then headed to a catered dinner at the home of a local business friend. The second day we heard the remarkable revival history and interweaving stories of William Wilberforce and William Penn and William Tennant... and Count Zinzendorf and the Moravians... and the holy experiment that IS Pennsylvania. We then unpacked the science behind cultural change (John Seel and his book Network Power) learning how a handful of highly committed people can and have changed global culture. With minds full we then went into the Life Center prayer house with Bob Perry and Lou Engle got centered back on the voice of God. And if that wasn't enough we had teams of prophetic people from Global Awakening give us rotating prophetic booths for over an hour in the evening.  The final day we called an audible and headed down to the Capitol Building where we were gifted with a tour of the governors office, the senate and house chambers with the phenomenal art telling foretelling the story and prophecy of William Penn for this state. We then did mastermind groups unpacking key actions for each participant followed by impartation and launch!2. What I learned To say that I was somewhat overwhelmed is an understatement. We have yet to gather the participants in a followup call to debrief learning and subsequent application. So here's my attempt as some of the key points: <ul><li>You are part of a story that is WAY bigger than you</li> <li>You are not the lead role of that story... Jesus is</li> <li>The quicker you yield your perceived control of the lead role, the easier it will be</li> <li>You will never fully understand... TRUST is key</li> <li>Don't try to connect all the dots; collect them</li> <li>A handful of highly committed and resourced individuals with a clear focus can literally change society (and have done!)</li> <li>If we truly trust God and believe His word we will take more risk... AND BE MORE PATIENT. This is a long term game - it is agricultural/organic in nature, not mechanical.</li> <li>History is important. Prophecy is important. Jesus joins both, so stay close to Him.</li> <li>It's time to awaken the soil - the Holy seed = the heritage and legacy you stand on and were grafted into</li> <li>When you know how loved you are, you never feel insignificant (and avoid the pitfalls of comparison)</li></ul>3. What I'm Doing Differently... I find myself revisiting learning on a daily basis. The key points are coming up in multiple conversations. In many ways the learning further confirmed the direction we are already headed and raised the volume of that which is most important. =&gt; Be more patient in the journey (increase intentional joy-activities) Side point: Interestingly I heard a podcast with Jordan Peterson talking about physiological wellbeing is strengthened by writing down past trauma and your future vision (frees you from past and give future hope/focus) and cognitive wellbeing is strengthened by regular physical exercise (your brain is about 2% bodyweight but consumes &gt;20% energy!) =&gt; Don't change the subject Know and stay in your lane/assignment. Celebrate, encourage and strengthen others in their lane but don't leave your priorities. Avoid Christian co-dependance (event based lifestyle, living to the lowest common denominator and 'if you're not ok then I'm not ok') =&gt; Protect and prioritize key relationships  Identify those running alongside you, just in front of you and those you are given to lead and nurture. Don't get distracted with bright and shiny 'new' relationships. Commit to discipleship (receiving and giving). Think long term.  If this has been of value for you, join the global community growing with God at work and engaging in the wellbeing of the cities we serve. FMI <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial</a>. Alternatively, join us in person at an upcoming event near you <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/events" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heaveninbusiness.com/events</a>

199. What I Learned from a Strategic Retreat

What do you do when you don't have time to pray? Listen as James Goll gives us grace and encouragement... 1. Give grace to yourself 2. Change your vocabulary 3. Your spirit never slumbers or sleeps 4. Every prayer matters and every sacrifice counts 5. The God-worked-in-prayer that avails much 6. The anointing of GRACE and supplication (prayer) Zechariah 12:10 From 7:11min James has some prophetic words/words of knowledge for listeners... Find out more on James Goll at https://godencounters.com/  #jamesgoll #prayer #toobusy #shortprayers #christianbusiness

What do you do when you don't have time to pray? Listen as James Goll gives us grace and encouragement... 1. Give grace to yourself 2. Change your vocabulary 3. Your spirit never slumbers or sleeps 4. Every prayer matters and every sacrifice counts 5. The God-worked-in-prayer that avails much 6. The anointing of GRACE and supplication (prayer) Zechariah 12:10 From 7:11min James has some prophetic words/words of knowledge for listeners... Find out more on James Goll at <a href="https://godencounters.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://godencounters.com/ </a> #jamesgoll #prayer #toobusy #shortprayers #christianbusiness

198. How to Pray with Little Time

James Goll

In this podcast I introduce James Goll who gives us some great keys on what qualifies you to be a great leader and why Israel is such a big deal for followers of Jesus. James is giving away his120-page study guide that you can download Heaveninbusiness.com/JamesGoll  JAMES W. GOLL is the founder of God Encounters Ministries, formerly known as Encounters Network. He is an international bestselling author, a certified Life Language Coach, an adviser to leaders and ministries, and a recording artist. With great joy James has traveled around the world ministering in more than 50 nations sharing the love of Jesus, imparting the power of intercession, prophetic ministry, and life in the Spirit. His passion is to “win for the Lamb the rewards of His suffering.” In the spirit of revival and reformation, James desires to facilitate unity in body of Christ by relationally networking with leaders of various denominational streams. Praying for Israel is a burden of his heart, as Israel fulfills her role in the consummation of the ages. He has recorded numerous classes with corresponding curriculum kits and is the author of more than fifty books, including The Seer, The Prophet, The Discerner, The Lost Art of Intercession, Praying with God’s Heart, and Revival Breakthrough. James is also the founder of GOLL Ideation LLC, where creativity, consulting, and leadership training come together. James was married to Michal Ann for thirty-two years before her graduation to heaven in the fall of 2008. He has four adult married children and a growing number of grandchildren. James continues to make his home in Franklin, Tennessee.

In this podcast I introduce James Goll who gives us some great keys on what qualifies you to be a great leader and why Israel is such a big deal for followers of Jesus. James is giving away his120-page study guide that you can download <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/JamesGoll" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heaveninbusiness.com/JamesGoll</a> JAMES W. GOLL is the founder of God Encounters Ministries, formerly known as Encounters Network. He is an international bestselling author, a certified Life Language Coach, an adviser to leaders and ministries, and a recording artist. With great joy James has traveled around the world ministering in more than 50 nations sharing the love of Jesus, imparting the power of intercession, prophetic ministry, and life in the Spirit. His passion is to “win for the Lamb the rewards of His suffering.” In the spirit of revival and reformation, James desires to facilitate unity in body of Christ by relationally networking with leaders of various denominational streams. Praying for Israel is a burden of his heart, as Israel fulfills her role in the consummation of the ages. He has recorded numerous classes with corresponding curriculum kits and is the author of more than fifty books, including The Seer, The Prophet, The Discerner, The Lost Art of Intercession, Praying with God’s Heart, and Revival Breakthrough. James is also the founder of GOLL Ideation LLC, where creativity, consulting, and leadership training come together. James was married to Michal Ann for thirty-two years before her graduation to heaven in the fall of 2008. He has four adult married children and a growing number of grandchildren. James continues to make his home in Franklin, Tennessee.

197. Why Israel with James Goll

Last week a friend text me "Andy, how do you personally know that God is real? Not theology, not philosophy, not trying to convince others. But how do you know for yourself?" My answer took all of one minute as I picked up the phone and recorded a short voice memo. The thoughts have been rattling around my head since then so I figured I'd let you in on some of them. This is my story. How do I know God is real?1. I thought I didMy parents became authentic followers of Jesus when I was a toddler. Their primary reason was to find some help parenting! (I'm sure that was for my older brother, not me...). Consequently I grew up in a family where scripture reading around the family table, and Sunday church and Friday night youth group, were part of the norm. Alcohol was very rare and although I remember being disciplined at home, I don't recall any harsh words between my parents growing up. When I was seven I invited my mother into my bedroom as I knelt at a low table and invited Jesus to be my personal Savior and Lord. During school holidays I attended Christian camps - CBMC in Raglan and Adventure Camps at Waikanae, New Zealand. I remember choosing to do optional bible studies by correspondence in between to win prizes for completion. When I was 13 I chose to get water baptized in my local church. By the time I was a junior in high school, I had a solid knowledge of scripture, surrounded by wonderful mentors and leaders who exemplified authentic Christian living. I had experienced a few cycling, road-related escapes from death and hearing the voice of God. Then I left home - the sheltered community of support and godly structure, and was accepted for a two-year cadetship on a 12,000 acre ranch (farm) to be trained as a shepherd (horse, dogs, sheep, cattle...). This was boarding with 19 other young men and the conversations were primarily around rugby, beer, boobs and butts... Alcohol consumption was a badge of achievement - how much you could drink before passing out. Sexual conquests were proudly broadcast, and fed by a constant stream of porn videos and magazines. And me having a devoted religious stance, being a virgin, and not gay was a shock. So they confronted, challenged, tested and pushed me to see if what I believed was real.2. I asked for moreI was challenged by some awkward and some genuine questions. Being outside my safe and protected zone, I had to find out for myself rather than relying on a childhood experience or that of my parents. So, along with my Michael W. Smith and Steve Grace casette tapes, my bible, the audio book of God's Generals by Roberts Liardon and my guitar I prayed "God if you are real, I want to know you more." That's when things got real. I would be riding my horse in the New Zealand hill country and 'get' songs that inspired and encouraged me. I would be sitting in my room playing guitar and feel an external warmth that washed over my neck and back. I would be reading scripture and certain verses would stand out and then happen before my eyes. One was "My enemies laid a trap for me... and have fallen into it themselves" (see Psalm 57:6). 3. I grew in favor with God and man 4. I have a heritage of fearing God - walking in His ways, learning His voice, seeing His powerSo what about you? What is the reason for the hope you have? And if you don't have hope, here's how to access it... It's really simple, as a mentor of mine said "God wants you so badly He made the conditions so simple... only believe." It goes something like this: Pray with me... "Father I come to you in Jesus Name. Thank you for loving me. Thank you for sending Jesus to die on the cross for all of my sin, shame and brokenness. I acknowledge I have sinned and fallen short of your best life for me. I ask you to be my Savior: to forgive me and cleanse me and make me new. I invite you to be my Lord: to live with me and lead me and show me Your way. I ask you to send your Holy Spirit to baptise me with your love and lead me in all truth. I commit to seeking your Kingdom first in all things. Thank you!" If you prayed this for the first time I encourage you to reach out to some authentic christian friends, find a local bible-believing church and start to grow in your journey of being a follower of Jesus. Don't hesitate to reach out to us with your questions or comments andy@heaveninbusiness.com. If you want to grow as a follower of Jesus in your work, join us online to grow in identity, assignment, culture and influence. See Heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial Until next time!

Last week a friend text me "Andy, how do you personally know that God is real? Not theology, not philosophy, not trying to convince others. But how do you know for yourself?" My answer took all of one minute as I picked up the phone and recorded a short voice memo. The thoughts have been rattling around my head since then so I figured I'd let you in on some of them. This is my story. How do I know God is real?1. I thought I did My parents became authentic followers of Jesus when I was a toddler. Their primary reason was to find some help parenting! (I'm sure that was for my older brother, not me...). Consequently I grew up in a family where scripture reading around the family table, and Sunday church and Friday night youth group, were part of the norm. Alcohol was very rare and although I remember being disciplined at home, I don't recall any harsh words between my parents growing up. When I was seven I invited my mother into my bedroom as I knelt at a low table and invited Jesus to be my personal Savior and Lord. During school holidays I attended Christian camps - <a href="https://cbm.org.nz/camp-raglan/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CBMC in Raglan</a> and <a href="https://elrancho.co.nz/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Adventure Camps at Waikanae</a>, New Zealand. I remember choosing to do optional bible studies by correspondence in between to win prizes for completion. When I was 13 I chose to get water baptized in my local church. By the time I was a junior in high school, I had a solid knowledge of scripture, surrounded by wonderful mentors and leaders who exemplified authentic Christian living. I had experienced a few cycling, road-related escapes from death and hearing the voice of God. Then I left home - the sheltered community of support and godly structure, and was accepted for a two-year cadetship on a 12,000 acre ranch (farm) to be trained as a shepherd (horse, dogs, sheep, cattle...). This was boarding with 19 other young men and the conversations were primarily around rugby, beer, boobs and butts... Alcohol consumption was a badge of achievement - how much you could drink before passing out. Sexual conquests were proudly broadcast, and fed by a constant stream of porn videos and magazines. And me having a devoted religious stance, being a virgin, and not gay was a shock. So they confronted, challenged, tested and pushed me to see if what I believed was real.2. I asked for more I was challenged by some awkward and some genuine questions. Being outside my safe and protected zone, I had to find out for myself rather than relying on a childhood experience or that of my parents. So, along with my Michael W. Smith and Steve Grace casette tapes, my bible, the audio book of God's Generals by Roberts Liardon and my guitar I prayed "God if you are real, I want to know you more." That's when things got real. I would be riding my horse in the New Zealand hill country and 'get' songs that inspired and encouraged me. I would be sitting in my room playing guitar and feel an external warmth that washed over my neck and back. I would be reading scripture and certain verses would stand out and then happen before my eyes. One was "My enemies laid a trap for me... and have fallen into it themselves" (see Psalm 57:6). 3. I grew in favor with God and man  4. I have a heritage of fearing God - walking in His ways, learning His voice, seeing His power So what about you? What is the reason for the hope you have? And if you don't have hope, here's how to access it... It's really simple, as a mentor of mine said "God wants you so badly He made the conditions so simple... only believe." It goes something like this: Pray with me... "Father I come to you in Jesus Name. Thank you for loving me. Thank you for sending Jesus to die on the cross for all of my sin, shame and brokenness. I acknowledge I have sinned and fallen short of your best life for me. I ask you to be my Savior: to forgive me and cleanse me and make me new. I invite you to be my Lord: to live with me and lead me and show me Your way. I ask you to send your Holy Spirit to baptise me with your love and lead me in all truth. I commit to seeking your Kingdom first in all things. Thank you!" If you prayed this for the first time I encourage you to reach out to some authentic christian friends, find a local bible-believing church and start to grow in your journey of being a follower of Jesus. Don't hesitate to reach out to us with your questions or comments <a href="mailto:andy@heaveninbusiness.com">andy@heaveninbusiness.com</a>. If you want to grow as a follower of Jesus in your work, join us online to grow in identity, assignment, culture and influence. See <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial</a> Until next time!

196. How Do I Know God is Real?

Brandon M. Showalter is a journalist and podcaster with The Christian Post who has reported extensively on topics of theological interest in the Church; bioethics issues such as euthanasia, assisted suicide, artificial reproductive technology, and surrogacy; and the developments of the "gender identity" movement and transgender ideology. He was first inspired to pursue into a career in writing and journalism while mopping floors and scrubbing toilets as a church custodian in April 2015. He earned a bachelor's degree in international studies and Spanish from Bridgewater College of Virginia in 2007, a Master of Arts in human rights from The Catholic University of America in 2022, and is a fellow of the John Jay Institute for Faith, Society, &amp; Law. He is also a graduate (class of 2015) of a three-year, non-degree program at Bethel School of Ministry in Redding, California. His favorite thing to do in life is to sing.

<a href="https://www.christianpost.com/by/brandon-showalter" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Brandon M. Showalter</a> is a journalist and podcaster with The Christian Post who has reported extensively on topics of theological interest in the Church; bioethics issues such as euthanasia, assisted suicide, artificial reproductive technology, and surrogacy; and the developments of the "gender identity" movement and transgender ideology. He was first inspired to pursue into a career in writing and journalism while mopping floors and scrubbing toilets as a church custodian in April 2015. He earned a bachelor's degree in international studies and Spanish from Bridgewater College of Virginia in 2007, a Master of Arts in human rights from The Catholic University of America in 2022, and is a fellow of the John Jay Institute for Faith, Society, &amp; Law. He is also a graduate (class of 2015) of a three-year, non-degree program at Bethel School of Ministry in Redding, California. His favorite thing to do in life is to sing.

195. Exposing the Gender Lie

When was the last time you leaned in for some deep spiritual growth? Last month I asked a national faith and work leader I trust, what his suggestions were for me to grow. He told me a couple things then suggested I jump in on the momentum of more than one million Christians fasting and praying for 21 days May. What??!!! More than ONE MILLION PEOPLE already committed to fasting and prayer? I wanted to know more. Now, if you haven't been a praying person or you don't regularly pray for a country, don't stop here. Read on and it will all make sense. The key is, we want to grow in our intimacy and connection with God and we want to be part of what He is doing in the earth in our day. So I followed the link to Isaiah62fast.com and listened to Mike Bickle, the founder of International House of Prayer. He spoke about what the Lord said to him and the real, existential threats to the nation of Israel and how this had blown up to over a million intercessors committed to fast and pray one hour a day for 21 days in May. So, here's the story and an invitation for you to join us. 1. Join the weekly prayer (one hour, once a week) with Heaven in Business, OR 2. Find out more about the Isaiah62fast.com and go all-in for the daily prayer with one of the hubs, OR 3. Join us for a strategic retreat in Pennsylvania in May 17-19 Regardless of what you do, please engage in something extra with God this month and be found growing in faith, hope and love! Find out more HeaveninBusiness.com/global-prayer

When was the last time you leaned in for some deep spiritual growth? Last month I asked a national faith and work leader I trust, what his suggestions were for me to grow. He told me a couple things then suggested I jump in on the momentum of more than one million Christians fasting and praying for 21 days May. What??!!! More than ONE MILLION PEOPLE already committed to fasting and prayer? I wanted to know more. Now, if you haven't been a praying person or you don't regularly pray for a country, don't stop here. Read on and it will all make sense. The key is, we want to grow in our intimacy and connection with God and we want to be part of what He is doing in the earth in our day. So I followed the link to <a href="http://Isaiah62fast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Isaiah62fast.com</a> and listened to Mike Bickle, the founder of International House of Prayer. He spoke about what the Lord said to him and the real, existential threats to the nation of Israel and how this had blown up to over a million intercessors committed to fast and pray one hour a day for 21 days in May. So, here's the story and an invitation for you to join us. 1. Join the weekly prayer (one hour, once a week) with Heaven in Business, OR 2. Find out more about the <a href="http://Isaiah62fast.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Isaiah62fast.com</a> and go all-in for the daily prayer with one of the hubs, OR 3. Join us for a strategic retreat in Pennsylvania in May 17-19 Regardless of what you do, please engage in something extra with God this month and be found growing in faith, hope and love! Find out more <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/global-prayer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HeaveninBusiness.com/global-prayer</a>

194. A Global Invitation

Dave Charlson

Do you want less stress, more flow and higher productivity that you can sustain? Then listen and watch! Dave Charlson has over 24 years business development experience. He was a mortgage banker for 16 years He has spent the past 10 years developing products for the pet industry and has created, branded and established sales for two products that have generated 16 million in revenue.( David's cat litter testimony is featured in Chapter 1 of "God With You at Work", by Andy Mason) He is currently CEO &amp; President of North American Sales for Authentic Sales LLC, his pet product sales and marketing company. Dave is all about creating safe places for business people to be vulnerable and real about their struggles and brokering the truth of heaven in exchange for their limiting beliefs and fears.  He does this by attracting God's presence with his dedication to extreme joy filled vulnerability and boldly sharing radical testimonies. Dave also coaches a select group of executives across the United States. He has been heavily involved with Heaven with Business since January 2013 including speaking at conferences and executive retreats.  David is happily married to his wife Michele and has 4 adult children. David is one of the Heaven in Business advisory team and you can see more Heaveninbusiness.com/About.

Do you want less stress, more flow and higher productivity that you can sustain? Then listen and watch! Dave Charlson has over 24 years business development experience. He was a mortgage banker for 16 years He has spent the past 10 years developing products for the pet industry and has created, branded and established sales for two products that have generated 16 million in revenue.( David's cat litter testimony is featured in Chapter 1 of "God With You at Work", by Andy Mason) He is currently CEO &amp; President of North American Sales for Authentic Sales LLC, his pet product sales and marketing company. Dave is all about creating safe places for business people to be vulnerable and real about their struggles and brokering the truth of heaven in exchange for their limiting beliefs and fears.  He does this by attracting God's presence with his dedication to extreme joy filled vulnerability and boldly sharing radical testimonies. Dave also coaches a select group of executives across the United States. He has been heavily involved with Heaven with Business since January 2013 including speaking at conferences and executive retreats.  David is happily married to his wife Michele and has 4 adult children. David is one of the Heaven in Business advisory team and you can see more <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/about" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heaveninbusiness.com/About</a>.

193. Two Questions to Change Your Life with Dave Charlson

When it all boils down, why do you do what you do? Here's a story that highlights this and my personal story of sorting through why I REALLY do what I do and then how to break that down into something I can focus on - lead metrics compared to lag metrics. "An American executive arrived on a beach on a beautiful island. The executive strolled down the beach and noticed a fisherman rowing in to the shore. His boat was chock full of fish and the executive asked him what he was doing. The fisherman replied, “I’ve been fishing because I love it. And now I’m going to have a BBQ on the beach with my friends. I’ll play guitar and sing and hang out on the beach and then in the evening I will dine with my wife under the stars.”“That’s crazy,” says the executive. “You’ve caught so many fish! I can invest in you and we’ll sell the fish and make a ton of money!”“Why would I want to do that?” Said the fisherman. “Well, in a few months we could invest the profits and buy a bigger boat and make even more money,” said the executive. “Why would I want to do that?” Said the fisherman. “Well in a few years we could invest the profits and open a factory on the beach and process our own fish and make even more money,” said the executive. “Why would I want to do that?” Said the fisherman. “Well with all the profits from that you could eventually retire early. And then you could go fishing just because you love it. And then you could have a bbq on the beach with your friends. And you could play guitar and sing and hang out on the beach. And then in the evening dine with your wife under the stars...” Why do you do what you do? How would you know? What would the people around you say about why you do what you do? Is that really worth it? Listen to the podcast or watch on the Heaven in Business youtube channel, then join us at Heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial to grow in what is most important.

When it all boils down, why do you do what you do? Here's a story that highlights this and my personal story of sorting through why I REALLY do what I do and then how to break that down into something I can focus on - lead metrics compared to lag metrics. "An American executive arrived on a beach on a beautiful island.  The executive strolled down the beach and noticed a fisherman rowing in to the shore. His boat was chock full of fish and the executive asked him what he was doing.  The fisherman replied, “I’ve been fishing because I love it. And now I’m going to have a BBQ on the beach with my friends. I’ll play guitar and sing and hang out on the beach and then in the evening I will dine with my wife under the stars.” “That’s crazy,” says the executive. “You’ve caught so many fish! I can invest in you and we’ll sell the fish and make a ton of money!” “Why would I want to do that?” Said the fisherman.  “Well, in a few months we could invest the profits and buy a bigger boat and make even more money,” said the executive.  “Why would I want to do that?” Said the fisherman.  “Well in a few years we could invest the profits and open a factory on the beach and process our own fish and make even more money,” said the executive.  “Why would I want to do that?” Said the fisherman.  “Well with all the profits from that you could eventually retire early. And then you could go fishing just because you love it. And then you could have a bbq on the beach with your friends. And you could play guitar and sing and hang out on the beach. And then in the evening dine with your wife under the stars...”   Why do you do what you do? How would you know? What would the people around you say about why you do what you do? Is that really worth it?   Listen to the podcast or watch on the Heaven in Business youtube channel, then join us at <a href="http://Heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial</a> to grow in what is most important.

192. How to Find and Measure Your ’WHY’

Life can be messy. The first step to successfully navigating faith, family and business is an authentic conversation. Andy and Janine Mason get real and raw sharing personal stories, insights, mistakes and lessons learned on his journey with God. Andy tackles the tough topics, including: - Purpose - Hearing from God - Relationships - Decisions - Leadership - Risk - Rejection and promotion - Growth - Success and failure... And much more!

John Bevere

What is the fear of God and why is it so important? What happens to believers, or anyone for that matter, who don't have the fear of God? Listen in to this podcast as Andy interviews John Bevere on his new book, The Awe of God. You will hear some powerful stories behind the book and the greatest benefit to business people who embrace the spirit of the fear of the Lord. Listen through to the end to receive the prayer John Bevere will pray over you. Grab your copy of The Awe of God on John's website here - JohnBevere.com/AweofGod If you are wanting to further your walk with God at work, then check out the Heaven in Business resources, events and online learning community at Heaveninbusiness.com. You can watch this episode on youtube at the Heaven in Business channel here - https://youtu.be/h5plZmdJAOU

What is the fear of God and why is it so important? What happens to believers, or anyone for that matter, who don't have the fear of God? Listen in to this podcast as Andy interviews John Bevere on his new book, The Awe of God. You will hear some powerful stories behind the book and the greatest benefit to business people who embrace the spirit of the fear of the Lord. Listen through to the end to receive the prayer John Bevere will pray over you. Grab your copy of The Awe of God on John's website here - <a href="https://johnbevere.com/aweofgod" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JohnBevere.com/AweofGod</a> If you are wanting to further your walk with God at work, then check out the Heaven in Business resources, events and <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">online learning community</a> at <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heaveninbusiness.com</a>. You can watch this episode on youtube at the <a href="https://youtu.be/h5plZmdJAOU" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heaven in Business channel here - https://youtu.be/h5plZmdJAOU</a>

191 John Bevere on his new book The Awe of God

It all started on an early morning flight from Canada heading home to California. I had been a guest speaker at a conference alongside Steve and Wendy Backlund, who are people of great hope and faith. (IgnitingHope.com) Up early after long days and late nights of ministry, my plan was to try and catch up on some sleep while on the first of my flights. It wasn’t to be. I kept finding myself ‘interrupted’ by some of the most ridiculously faith-filled thoughts I’d ever had. Having never had such a stream of thoughts before I was determined to capture them and I kept opening my eyes to write another of the impossibility-defying ideas down. The phrase my thoughts all had in common was, ‘It’s entirely possible..’ As I somewhat reluctantly engaged with the flow of thoughts and ideas about how good God is and also how powerful, I realized that there is literally nothing that doesn’t go at the end of that phrase. He, as His word says, is able to do exceedingly, abundantly more than we can ask or even imagine. I can imagine pretty big so what He can do is always bigger than that. He is so loving toward me that it’s entirely possible that I will encounter that love today in a powerful, life-changing way. Why not? He is so full of power and authority that it’s entirely possible that my friend in the hospital gets healed and sent home today. Read this as a blog at - https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/blog/its-entirely-possible Watch as youtube post here - https://youtu.be/sjq5snl2eks In addition to being an outstanding mom of four powerful young adults, Janine Mason's super power is asking highly perceptive questions that quickly reveal the heart of the matter. For the last two decades Janine has been Andy's strategic business, personal and life advisor (and best friend)! Janine's background is in horticultural consulting and adult education. She is also an accomplished life coach working with individuals and small groups. Janine has authored multiple books including Dream Culture: Bringing Dreams to Life and Kingdom Tools for Teaching: Heavenly Strategies for Real Classrooms.

It all started on an early morning flight from Canada heading home to California. I had been a guest speaker at a conference alongside Steve and Wendy Backlund, who are people of great hope and faith. (<a href="https://www.ignitinghope.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">IgnitingHope.com</a>) Up early after long days and late nights of ministry, my plan was to try and catch up on some sleep while on the first of my flights. It wasn’t to be. I kept finding myself ‘interrupted’ by some of the most ridiculously faith-filled thoughts I’d ever had. Having never had such a stream of thoughts before I was determined to capture them and I kept opening my eyes to write another of the impossibility-defying ideas down. The phrase my thoughts all had in common was, ‘It’s entirely possible..’ As I somewhat reluctantly engaged with the flow of thoughts and ideas about how good God is and also how powerful, I realized that there is literally nothing that doesn’t go at the end of that phrase. He, as His word says, is able to do exceedingly, abundantly more than we can ask or even imagine. I can imagine pretty big so what He can do is always bigger than that. He is so loving toward me that it’s entirely possible that I will encounter that love today in a powerful, life-changing way. Why not? He is so full of power and authority that it’s entirely possible that my friend in the hospital gets healed and sent home today. Read this as a blog at - <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/blog/its-entirely-possible" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/blog/its-entirely-possible</a> Watch as youtube post here - <a href="https://youtu.be/sjq5snl2eks" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/sjq5snl2eks</a> In addition to being an outstanding mom of four powerful young adults, Janine Mason's super power is asking highly perceptive questions that quickly reveal the heart of the matter. For the last two decades Janine has been Andy's strategic business, personal and life advisor (and best friend)! Janine's background is in horticultural consulting and adult education. She is also an accomplished life coach working with individuals and small groups. Janine has authored multiple books including Dream Culture: Bringing Dreams to Life and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Tools-Teaching-strategies-classrooms/dp/1514226618" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kingdom Tools for Teaching: Heavenly Strategies for Real Classrooms</a>.

190 It’s Entirely Possible

This podcast is an interview with scientific researchers, Dr Joshua and Dr Candy Brown. Joshua was diagnosed with brain tumor and Candy had a dream in which God gave her the key to deliverance and healing of her husband. What happened over the next five months was a wild and crazy journey learning about healing and deliverance and then experiencing their own miracle.  This then led to the formation of Global Medical Research Institute which researches then publishes evidence of healing miracles, in scientific journals! Find out more at GlobalMRI.org. In this session, Dr Joshua and Dr Candy refer resources on healing and deliverance: - Book: Free in Christ by Pablo Battari  - Global Awakening Dr Randy Clark Healing - Christian Healing Ministries Judith MacNutt - Orbis Ministries Ken Fish Healing and Deliverance - Chavda Ministries - Bethel Church and Healing Rooms - HUB Ministries Chicago - Scientific Papers Documenting HealingWho are Dr's Joshua and Candy Brown?Joshua Brown (PhD, Boston University) is a Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences, Cognitive Science, and Neuroscience at Indiana University. He serves as director of the graduate Program in Neuroscience, director of the Cognitive Control lab at Indiana University, where he uses a combination of functional brain imaging and computational neuroscience methods to understand higher brain function in healthy individuals as well as clinical populations. His research has been featured on NPR, the Discovery channel, and numerous other media outlets. Dr. Brown has published over 80 peer-reviewed scientific publications and is an internationally recognized expert on the neural bases of higher cognitive function.  He also serves as director of the Global Medical Research Institute (GMRI, www.globalmri.org), a separate 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to medical and scientific investigations of claimed miraculous healings through prayer. Since his experience of a life threatening brain tumor in 2003 and subsequent healing, he has traveled the world with various healing ministries, and he works with GMRI to research and publish peer-reviewed reports of remarkable healing through prayer. Candy Gunther Brown (Ph.D. Harvard University) is Professor of Religious Studies at Indiana University. Dr. Brown writes, speaks, and teaches about Global Christianity, with a focus on prayer for healing and deliverance from evil spirits. She is currently writing a biography of the Catholic Charismatic Francis MacNutt (1925-2020) and a book on Demonology and Deliverance for which she is traveling to observe and compare practices in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, Ghana, and Brazil. Dr. Brown’s unique perspective is that of an academically trained researcher who also has personal experience with healing prayer. It all started in 2003 when her husband—a neuroscience professor—was diagnosed with a brain tumor, delivered from demons, and miraculously healed. Ever since then, the couple has been praying for others, observing dramatic recoveries, using scientific methods to document results, and publishing their findings. Candy Brown is author of The Word in the World: Evangelical Writing, Publishing, and Reading in America, 1789-1880 (University of North Carolina Press, 2004); Testing Prayer: Science and Healing (Harvard University Press, 2012); The Healing Gods: Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Christian America(Oxford University Press, 2013); and Debating Yoga and Mindfulness in Public Schools: Reforming Secular Education or Reestablishing Religion? (University of North Carolina Press, 2019). She is editor of Global Pentecostal and Charismatic Healing (Oxford University Press, 2011), and co-editor (with Mark Silk) of The Future of Evangelicalism in America (Columbia University Press, 2016). Media coverage includes The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, Interfaith Voices, Tricycle: The Buddhist Review, National Catholic Register, Charisma, and Christianity Today.  

This podcast is an interview with scientific researchers, Dr Joshua and Dr Candy Brown. Joshua was diagnosed with brain tumor and Candy had a dream in which God gave her the key to deliverance and healing of her husband. What happened over the next five months was a wild and crazy journey learning about healing and deliverance and then experiencing their own miracle.  This then led to the formation of Global Medical Research Institute which researches then publishes evidence of healing miracles, in scientific journals! Find out more at <a href="https://www.globalmri.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">GlobalMRI.org</a>. In this session, Dr Joshua and Dr Candy refer resources on healing and deliverance: - <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Free-Christ-complete-handbook-deliverance/dp/0884196577" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Book: Free in Christ by Pablo Battari </a> <a href="https://globalawakening.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">- Global Awakening Dr Randy Clark Healing</a> - <a href="https://www.christianhealingmin.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Healing Ministries Judith MacNutt</a> - <a href="https://orbisministries.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Orbis Ministries Ken Fish Healing and Deliverance</a> - <a href="https://chavdaministries.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Chavda Ministries</a> - <a href="https://www.bethel.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bethel Church and Healing Rooms</a> - <a href="https://hubministries.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HUB Ministries Chicago</a> - <a href="https://www.globalmri.org/case-reports/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Scientific Papers Documenting Healing</a>Who are Dr's Joshua and Candy Brown? Joshua Brown (PhD, Boston University) is a Professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences, Cognitive Science, and Neuroscience at Indiana University. He serves as director of the graduate Program in Neuroscience, director of the Cognitive Control lab at Indiana University, where he uses a combination of functional brain imaging and computational neuroscience methods to understand higher brain function in healthy individuals as well as clinical populations. His research has been featured on NPR, the Discovery channel, and numerous other media outlets. Dr. Brown has published over 80 peer-reviewed scientific publications and is an internationally recognized expert on the neural bases of higher cognitive function.  He also serves as director of the Global Medical Research Institute (GMRI, <a href="http://www.globalmri.org" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.globalmri.org</a>), a separate 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to medical and scientific investigations of claimed miraculous healings through prayer. Since his experience of a life threatening brain tumor in 2003 and subsequent healing, he has traveled the world with various healing ministries, and he works with GMRI to research and publish peer-reviewed reports of remarkable healing through prayer. Candy Gunther Brown (Ph.D. Harvard University) is Professor of Religious Studies at Indiana University. Dr. Brown writes, speaks, and teaches about Global Christianity, with a focus on prayer for healing and deliverance from evil spirits. She is currently writing a biography of the Catholic Charismatic Francis MacNutt (1925-2020) and a book on Demonology and Deliverance for which she is traveling to observe and compare practices in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, Ghana, and Brazil. Dr. Brown’s unique perspective is that of an academically trained researcher who also has personal experience with healing prayer. It all started in 2003 when her husband—a neuroscience professor—was diagnosed with a brain tumor, delivered from demons, and miraculously healed. Ever since then, the couple has been praying for others, observing dramatic recoveries, using scientific methods to document results, and publishing their findings. Candy Brown is author of The Word in the World: Evangelical Writing, Publishing, and Reading in America, 1789-1880 (University of North Carolina Press, 2004); Testing Prayer: Science and Healing (Harvard University Press, 2012); The Healing Gods: Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Christian America(Oxford University Press, 2013); and Debating Yoga and Mindfulness in Public Schools: Reforming Secular Education or Reestablishing Religion? (University of North Carolina Press, 2019). She is editor of Global Pentecostal and Charismatic Healing (Oxford University Press, 2011), and co-editor (with Mark Silk) of The Future of Evangelicalism in America (Columbia University Press, 2016). Media coverage includes The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, Interfaith Voices, Tricycle: The Buddhist Review, National Catholic Register, Charisma, and Christianity Today.

189 If God is All Powerful Where is the Power?

Have you ever been concerned you could miss out on revival or what God may be doing? Be encouraged as you listen or watch as Andy and Janine unpack what is happening, what you can do about it (wherever you are) and they are personally doing to lean into what God is doing around the world right now.   #asbury #revival #renewal #fomo #faithandwork #fearoffailure

Have you ever been concerned you could miss out on revival or what God may be doing? Be encouraged as you listen or watch as Andy and Janine unpack what is happening, what you can do about it (wherever you are) and they are personally doing to lean into what God is doing around the world right now. #asbury #revival #renewal #fomo #faithandwork #fearoffailure

188 What if I get left behind?

Shae Bynes

This interview was recorded on the day Shae Bynes launched her updated and expanded edition of Grace Over Grind - how grace will take your business where grinding can't. In this conversation we go behind the story of the book, what Shae had to overcome in learning how to walk with God at work and the results.   Shae Bynes is a passionate storyteller, teacher, and mentor whose life and business was completely transformed through the power of encountering the unrelenting love of God. Her heart is to see marketplace leaders and families that are courageous, connected, and aligned with Kingdom purpose. Shae is the Founder and Chief Fire Igniter of Kingdom Driven Entrepreneur where she inspires, teaches, and mentors Christian entrepreneurs to be led by God in their businesses so they can experience His best and have a greater Kingdom impact in the marketplace.   Together with her husband and high school sweetheart Phil, Shae helps couples strengthen their marriages by cultivating true intimacy through the power and love of God. Shae is the proud mother of 3 beautiful daughters and lives in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida area.

This interview was recorded on the day Shae Bynes launched her updated and expanded edition of Grace Over Grind - how grace will take your business where grinding can't. In this conversation we go behind the story of the book, what Shae had to overcome in learning how to walk with God at work and the results. Shae Bynes is a passionate storyteller, teacher, and mentor whose life and business was completely transformed through the power of encountering the unrelenting love of God. Her heart is to see marketplace leaders and families that are courageous, connected, and aligned with Kingdom purpose. Shae is the Founder and Chief Fire Igniter of Kingdom Driven Entrepreneur where she inspires, teaches, and mentors Christian entrepreneurs to be led by God in their businesses so they can experience His best and have a greater Kingdom impact in the marketplace.  Together with her husband and high school sweetheart Phil, Shae helps couples strengthen their marriages by cultivating true intimacy through the power and love of God. Shae is the proud mother of 3 beautiful daughters and lives in the Fort Lauderdale, Florida area.

187 Are You Grace-ing Or Grinding? Shae Bynes

We don't live by best practice or a business plan alone, we live by the word of God that we are listening for day by day (see Matthew 4:4). Here's Andy AND Janine sharing HOW we hear, WHAT we are hearing and how we are applying that to all that we do.1. How do we hear?We have a daily spiritual discipline of engaging with God in the Scriptures. This is one of the primary places and times God speaks (we are fully listening!). I then journal what I am hearing and often we discuss that as we walk the dogs around our neighborhood. This often results in more questions and interaction, such as Janine suggesting I was believing lies about "the crowd." That immediately resulted in a dialogue with the Holy Spirit, as we were walking, in which I repented of believing lies and got a new mandate which you can listen to on podcast episode #166.  We also regularly engage with our local church, listen to podcasts and intentionally go to conferences and events that expose us to what God may be speaking on a regional or national basis. Recently we got to experience our first conference at Life Center in Harrisburg and I was greatly impacted by the messages from Todd White and Bishop Joseph Garlington. This was a wonderful time of listening, receiving and connecting with like-minded believers that encourage and inspire us in faith, love and good deeds! In addition to the above, we are talking with business people around the world on a daily basis and each week have a live call with the Heaven in Business community where there are themes of what God is saying and doing, that become apparent.2. What are we Hearing? Get going! God is with us. It's time to move on from here and advance, grow, expand, influence, take risk BECAUSE God is with us. Exodus 33:1 and 14 - Get going and I will go with you It's no longer business as usual. Don't just continue with what you were doing before, even if that was working. Pause and listen to the Holy Spirit and ask for new insight or strategy or focus or favor! The time for favor is now. 2 Corinthians 6 and Ruth 2 - Ask for favor in the time of favor and the time of favor is now. You've got nothing to prove and nothing to lose. Stop comparing. YOU BE YOU and get going with what is inside YOU!3. How are we Applying what we are Hearing?We are intentionally leaning in, learning, refining strategy and taking risk to expand. We started videoing our weekly podcast and you can subscribe to the youtube channel (See below). We were GIVEN brand new video camera and microphone and took this last weekend to paint the office, setting it up as a working studio. We are asking Holy Spirit regarding all our weekly activities (live Heaven in Business call for example) and our upcoming events to listen for specific strategies and insights. For the Birmingham workshop coming up, we leaned in for speicific strategy how to do our marketing - the result was a significant jump in registrations in one weekend.  We are testing our favor by reaching out to old and new contacts and exploring new possibilities. One of these is the Africa Adventure Missions trip in September. Another is a possible workshop in the UK and Germany in October. We are reviewing favor in connections we have had in the (recent) past and making sure those relationships are strong and valued.  We are catching ourselves where we are making excuses or fear-based statements and remembering 'we have nothing to prove and nothing to lose' and GOING FOR IT. So watch this space!  If you want to join us in the momentum, try out seven days for free on HeaveninBusiness.com/free-trial AND if you have any questions or comments, don't hesitate to email andy@heaveninbusiness.com

We don't live by best practice or a business plan alone, we live by the word of God that we are listening for day by day (see Matthew 4:4). Here's Andy AND Janine sharing HOW we hear, WHAT we are hearing and how we are applying that to all that we do.1. How do we hear? We have a daily spiritual discipline of engaging with God in the Scriptures. This is one of the primary places and times God speaks (we are fully listening!). I then journal what I am hearing and often we discuss that as we walk the dogs around our neighborhood. This often results in more questions and interaction, such as Janine suggesting I was believing lies about "the crowd." That immediately resulted in a dialogue with the Holy Spirit, as we were walking, in which I repented of believing lies and got a new mandate which you can listen to on podcast <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/166-i-was-believing-a-lie/id1476340111?i=1000583066689" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">episode #166</a>.  We also regularly engage with our local church, <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-is-not-a-theory/id1530272784" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">listen to podcasts </a>and intentionally go to conferences and events that expose us to what God may be speaking on a regional or national basis. Recently we got to experience our first conference at <a href="https://www.lcmi.org/events" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Life Center in Harrisburg</a> and I was greatly impacted by the messages from <a href="https://lifestylechristianity.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Todd White</a> and <a href="https://www.bishopjlg.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Bishop Joseph Garlington</a>. This was a wonderful time of listening, receiving and connecting with like-minded believers that encourage and inspire us in faith, love and good deeds! In addition to the above, we are talking with business people around the world on a daily basis and each week have a <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">live call with the Heaven in Business community</a> where there are themes of what God is saying and doing, that become apparent.2. What are we Hearing?  Get going! God is with us. It's time to move on from here and advance, grow, expand, influence, take risk BECAUSE God is with us. Exodus 33:1 and 14 - Get going and I will go with you It's no longer business as usual. Don't just continue with what you were doing before, even if that was working. Pause and listen to the Holy Spirit and ask for new insight or strategy or focus or favor! The time for favor is now. 2 Corinthians 6 and Ruth 2 - Ask for favor in the time of favor and the time of favor is now. You've got nothing to prove and nothing to lose. Stop comparing. YOU BE YOU and get going with what is inside YOU!3. How are we Applying what we are Hearing? We are intentionally leaning in, learning, refining strategy and taking risk to expand. We started videoing our weekly podcast and you can subscribe to the youtube channel (See below). We were GIVEN brand new video camera and microphone and took this last weekend to paint the office, setting it up as a working studio. We are asking Holy Spirit regarding all our weekly activities (live Heaven in Business call for example) and our upcoming events to listen for specific strategies and insights. For the Birmingham workshop coming up, we leaned in for speicific strategy how to do our marketing - the result was a significant jump in registrations in one weekend.  We are testing our favor by reaching out to old and new contacts and exploring new possibilities. One of these is the Africa Adventure Missions trip in September. Another is a possible workshop in the UK and Germany in October. We are reviewing favor in connections we have had in the (recent) past and making sure those relationships are strong and valued.  We are catching ourselves where we are making excuses or fear-based statements and remembering 'we have nothing to prove and nothing to lose' and GOING FOR IT. So watch this space!  If you want to join us in the momentum, try out seven days for free on <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HeaveninBusiness.com/free-trial</a> AND if you have any questions or comments, don't hesitate to email <a href="mailto:andy@heaveninbusiness.com">andy@heaveninbusiness.com</a>

186 What Is God Saying Right Now?

Leif Hetland

How could a viking, addict and infidel be embraced as the friend of hostile Muslim leaders and eventually win the International Peace Award in 2022? Listen to the story as Andy interviews Leif Hetland. Make sure you watch to the end to receive a powerful spiritual blessing from Leif. Find out more about Leif at https://globalmissionawareness.com/  Find out more about the April event at https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/events You are invited to join us in-person at the 2023 Heaven in Business conference in Atlanta, GA, April 20-22nd. See link above to find out more.

How could a viking, addict and infidel be embraced as the friend of hostile Muslim leaders and eventually win the International Peace Award in 2022? Listen to the story as Andy interviews Leif Hetland. Make sure you watch to the end to receive a powerful spiritual blessing from Leif. Find out more about Leif at <a href="https://globalmissionawareness.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://globalmissionawareness.com/ </a> Find out more about the April event at <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/events" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/events</a> You are invited to join us in-person at the 2023 Heaven in Business conference in Atlanta, GA, April 20-22nd. See link above to find out more.

185. The Power of Love or the Love of Power with Leif Hetland

A couple episodes back we talked about having and listening to wise counsel. This is the best strategy to keep you from doing or being stupid. If you keep wise counsel close you will make better decisions, stay focused, have more joy and finish strong. So... how do you FIND wise counsel? Story 1 - New to country finding wise counsel - good and bad experience Story 2 - New to location finding wise counsel - slow(?) experience When I refer to wise counsel I am looking for practical wisdom with eternity in mind. In other words, I'm not simply looking for the best principles of the world; I'm looking for godly wisdom. With this in mind I am looking for three things:1. Excellent at what is goodDo they have a reputation (which has nothing to do with platform or 'likes') for being really good at what they do? Have they invested in their own growth? Are they still growing? Would you buy goods or services from them? Are they good at their craft?2. Innocent of evilDo they have godly character, proven over time? What is their relationship like with those closest to them (spouse, children, parents..). How do they treat the people around them and around you - the personal assistant, your spouse or children, the janitor, the server...? Do they leave you feeling more or less energized? Do they leave you feeling more or less built up? Do they make you feel stronger or weaker?3. Evidence of a walk with GodWhat is the current evidence of their authentic walk with God? What are they hearing Him say? Are they engaged with a community of believers? 4. Do they have wrinkles?Wrinkles are evidence of life experience: Don't ask an 18 year old for relationship advice. Generally speaking, the more mature people are, the more perspective they have on life because they have been around long enough to see fads and fashions come and go. They have observed life. As long as they are secure in themselves, and anchored in the fear of the Lord, they will have some great perspective for you.5. Do they have body scars?Are the scars septic or clean? If they still ooze toxic offense and bitterness then stay far far away. And if they don't have any body scars, they are not a guide - they haven't overcome their own challenges and are not qualified to guide you in yours. Anyone that has built anything significant - a marriage, a family, a business... WILL have body scars. These are difficulties or challenges they have had to overcome in order to build. And in doing so they have gained wisdom and perseverance and patience and perspective. Listen to those people!So where can you find wise counsel?1. Proven professionals - these are the ones you pay for. Their reputation and reviews, follow them. You find them by asking around your community... "Who do you know that is excellent at... can give me advice on...." And be prepared to pay for it.  2. Business network and development groups 3. City fathers and mothers (not the position or title... the function) 4. Seasoned AND joyful church members 5. Heaven in Business and other like-minded organizations Finally - ALWAYS Check - "You are going out as lambs amongst wolves. So be as innocent as a dove and innocent as a dove." DO YOUR DUE DILIGENCE. Don't assume. Check the references and reputation.  And if you would like to work with one of the Heaven in Business advisory team, contact them out by scrolling down on the https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/about page.

A couple episodes back we talked about having and listening to wise counsel. This is the best strategy to keep you from doing or being stupid. If you keep wise counsel close you will make better decisions, stay focused, have more joy and finish strong. So... how do you FIND wise counsel? Story 1 - New to country finding wise counsel - good and bad experience Story 2 - New to location finding wise counsel - slow(?) experience When I refer to wise counsel I am looking for practical wisdom with eternity in mind. In other words, I'm not simply looking for the best principles of the world; I'm looking for godly wisdom. With this in mind I am looking for three things:1. Excellent at what is good Do they have a reputation (which has nothing to do with platform or 'likes') for being really good at what they do? Have they invested in their own growth? Are they still growing? Would you buy goods or services from them? Are they good at their craft?2. Innocent of evil Do they have godly character, proven over time? What is their relationship like with those closest to them (spouse, children, parents..). How do they treat the people around them and around you - the personal assistant, your spouse or children, the janitor, the server...? Do they leave you feeling more or less energized? Do they leave you feeling more or less built up? Do they make you feel stronger or weaker?3. Evidence of a walk with God What is the current evidence of their authentic walk with God? What are they hearing Him say? Are they engaged with a community of believers? 4. Do they have wrinkles? Wrinkles are evidence of life experience: Don't ask an 18 year old for relationship advice. Generally speaking, the more mature people are, the more perspective they have on life because they have been around long enough to see fads and fashions come and go. They have observed life. As long as they are secure in themselves, and anchored in the fear of the Lord, they will have some great perspective for you.5. Do they have body scars? Are the scars septic or clean? If they still ooze toxic offense and bitterness then stay far far away. And if they don't have any body scars, they are not a guide - they haven't overcome their own challenges and are not qualified to guide you in yours. Anyone that has built anything significant - a marriage, a family, a business... WILL have body scars. These are difficulties or challenges they have had to overcome in order to build. And in doing so they have gained wisdom and perseverance and patience and perspective. Listen to those people!So where can you find wise counsel? 1. Proven professionals - these are the ones you pay for. Their reputation and reviews, follow them. You find them by asking around your community... "Who do you know that is excellent at... can give me advice on...." And be prepared to pay for it.  2. Business network and development groups 3. City fathers and mothers (not the position or title... the function) 4. Seasoned AND joyful church members 5. Heaven in Business and other like-minded organizations Finally - ALWAYS Check - "You are going out as lambs amongst wolves. So be as innocent as a dove and innocent as a dove." DO YOUR DUE DILIGENCE. Don't assume. Check the references and reputation.  And if you would like to work with one of the Heaven in Business advisory team, contact them out by scrolling down on the <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/about" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/about</a> page.

184. How to Find Wise Counsel

Last week I visited Asbury University in Kentucky where a student chapel service that started on Wednesday has continued, non-stop. I’m going to tell you my experience there, plus what else is happening and how you can engage. In addition to Asbury KY, Janine and I did a Heaven in business workshop in Washington, DC and joined our first Bethel Leaders Network regional call, hearing testimonies from the upper north east of America. On top of all that I was in Indianapolis participating in a healing and deliverance conference with Ken Fish. Here’s what is happening, what I am hearing and what you need to do as a result. You are invited to be part of this awakening and there are no exceptions. All you need do is say “YES” and put on the daily life that Jesus gave you access to (read Galatians 5). No excuses. See full show notes what to stop doing, start doing and keep doing at Heaveninbusiness.com/blog/no-more-excusesAccess these resources to help:There are many resources to help you grow in your walk with God. Here’s two sources that I know and trust personally because I have personally used them. Orbis Ministries (Ken Fish) Weekly podcast (free) where Ken interviews people all around the world who are walking in the power of God. God is Not a Theory Online resources to identify and grow in spiritual gifts: hearing God, healing the sick, prophecy and deliverance  Mike Connell Ministries (New Zealand) Even after being at Bethel Church in Redding, CA for over a decade and experiencing countless world-renowned ministers I still come back to Mike Connell as an outstandingly gifted teacher to ground you in scripture and impartation to operate in the Kingdom of God. Not only that but all Mike’s resources are FREE. Here’s a few that you can download, read and listen to… The Kingdom of God Healing the sick Deliverance  Heaven in Business - practical tools to partner with God at work and engage in the wellbeing of your city And if you are in a profession or business and want to grow all of this in the context of your assignment in the workplace, join Heaven in business online (check it out for free) or in-person. We also work with a small number of highly committed people as part of a mastermind group or individual advisory. EMAIL ME if you want to know more. andy@heaveninbusiness.comNo more excuses.

Last week I visited Asbury University in Kentucky where a student chapel service that started on Wednesday has continued, non-stop. I’m going to tell you my experience there, plus what else is happening and how you can engage. In addition to Asbury KY, Janine and I did a <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/events" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heaven in business workshop</a> in Washington, DC and joined our first Bethel Leaders Network regional call, hearing testimonies from the upper north east of America. On top of all that I was in Indianapolis participating in a healing and deliverance conference with <a href="https://orbisministries.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Ken Fish</a>. Here’s what is happening, what I am hearing and what you need to do as a result. You are invited to be part of this awakening and there are no exceptions. All you need do is say “YES” and put on the daily life that Jesus gave you access to (read Galatians 5). No excuses. See full show notes what to stop doing, start doing and keep doing at <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/blog/no-more-excuses" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heaveninbusiness.com/blog/no-more-excuses</a>Access these resources to help: There are many resources to help you grow in your walk with God. Here’s two sources that I know and trust personally because I have personally used them. <a href="https://orbisministries.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Orbis Ministries (Ken Fish)</a> <ul><li><a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/god-is-not-a-theory/id1530272784" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Weekly podcast </a>(free) where Ken interviews people all around the world who are walking in the power of God. God is Not a Theory</li> <li><a href="https://orbisministries.org/osm/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Online resources</a> to identify and grow in spiritual gifts: hearing God, healing the sick, prophecy and deliverance</li> </ul> <a href="http://mikeconnellministries.com/conference_sets.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mike Connell Ministries (New Zealand)</a> Even after being at Bethel Church in Redding, CA for over a decade and experiencing countless world-renowned ministers I still come back to Mike Connell as an outstandingly gifted teacher to ground you in scripture and impartation to operate in the Kingdom of God. Not only that but all Mike’s resources are FREE. Here’s a few that you can download, read and listen to… <ul><li>The Kingdom of God</li> <li>Healing the sick</li> <li>Deliverance</li> </ul> <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heaven in Business</a> - practical tools to partner with God at work and engage in the wellbeing of your city And if you are in a profession or business and want to grow all of this in the context of your assignment in the workplace, join <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/free-trial" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heaven in business online (check it out for free)</a> or <a href="https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/events" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">in-person</a>. We also work with a small number of highly committed people as part of a mastermind group or individual advisory. <a href="mailto:andy@heaveninbusiness.com">EMAIL ME</a> if you want to know more. andy@heaveninbusiness.comNo more excuses.

183. No More Excuses

Last episode I made a confession to live up to who God says I am rather than making excuses or hiding or deferring to others. That's all false humility and is not helping anyone. On the other side, how do you keep yourself from getting too full of yourself and ending up in failure? I believe we are on the cusp of another great awakening that is happening all over the world, right now! So as we step and into more of what God does on and through us, beyond our own ability, how do we stay humble and finish strong? Step one - if you are in business or lead any organization, read this: I highly recommend you read the Jim Collins book, How The Mighty Fall, to see the evidential pathway to failure (THAT WE CAN AVOID!) At least read the summary HERE:  Hubris born of success - "We are awesome. Look at me." Overinflated view of self. Undisciplined pursuit of more - "We can succeed at anything, so we will..." Take on multiple tasks, objectives outside core strength and vision (or lack thereof). Denial of Risk and Peril - "We don't have a problem." Blaming others or ignoring the feedback. External momentum has pushed company to great height(s). Grasping for salvation - "This new product/leader/market/culture... will turn this around." Refusing to own the problem and return to core competency(ies). Capitulation to irrelevance or death - The end So what's the solution?  Some of my Christian friends would say "stay connected to Christ" or "stay in the Presence." Only problem is, I have read about Judas who couldn't have been more connected Christ, yet failed monumentally.  Then there's Lucifer who was the arch-angel of worship; literally surrounding the throne and directing praise and worship in Heaven. I cannot see how anyone could be closer to the Presence of God - the wonder and awe and amazement as angels and heavenly beings cry holy, holy, holy... Yet he still succumbed to the hubris born of success and failed eternally. Another solution is to pursue wisdom and understanding. The only problem there is that the wisest person in the world - Solomon, failed to heed his own instruction and failed miserably. Hmmmm.... So I need to have someone who will adjust me? Great idea! Yet Judas was an example of having the best discipleship on the planet, yet still chose to profit himself first, and ended terminally... Solomon looked so successful on the outside and was the wisest person in the world, and the entire nation was prospering ridiculously under his leadership.... He would have been very difficult to confront/adjust in the momentum of his success. And confronting Lucifer... or the most seemingly successful worship leader in history, would have been interesting. How many gifted or anointed leaders (in ministry or in business or in government...) have been easy to confront in the midst of their success? So should I stay small and avoid success?  NO!!!! Unacceptable. That is partnering with fear and robbing the world and your friends of who you are. Go back and listen to last episode to deal with that thought. So what is the solution?  How do I ensure I step up fully in who I am called to be and knock it out of the park (ie. do awesome) and not allow awesome to sabotage my finish? The story of David is a great lesson to help us. He was incredibly anointed and gifted. He had epic success after years of wilderness discipleship. Then, at the heights of his success, when nothing he did looked like it could fail, David failed more than most people in a lifetime. He lusted after the wife of one of his most loyal and skilled mighty men. While his mighty man was fighting the King's battle, David took his wife, got her pregnant and then tried to manipulate the circumstances to cover it up. When the fiercely loyal soldier refused to be manipulated, David had him murdered. If that's not all, he failed to confront the poor character of his sons and his military leaders, resulting in murder, rape, treason and a divided kingdom. Ouch. Yet history records David as a friend of God and that Jesus is the son of David? Acts reports that he fulfilled the purpose of God in his generation. Hmmm.... I'd give him a 'B' at best. So what can we learn from David? David didn't just have people around him to speak up. He listened. He was confront-able.  He adjusted. Not at first. Sometimes he needed a metaphoric story to get the message, or a lot of pain before he could understand his error. But he responded. And God credited that to him. And he finished... mostly strong. HIs story is right there in all its unedited mess to teach us something. WILL. YOU. LISTEN? David had Samuel and Nathan. They were prophets and Nathan was considered to have studied under Samuel and become King David's court appointed prophet - advisor to the King on personal and national issues. But I think the best kept secret is will you listen to your spouse? At the end of David's life, he is about to choose stupid again by avoiding to confront one of his son's who is usurping the Kings succession plan. Then Nathan AND BATHSHEBA confront David.... and David listened.  So do we have a solution to stay strong and avoid failure?  Yes we do. Is it foolproof? No, regardless of how many powerful voices you are listening to and how close you are to the Presence of God you still have within you the power to choose stupid. The only guaranteed pathway is to stay tenderhearted in the process. How do you do that? Ask me in ten years time. Here's what I know: 1. Stay close to God... and constantly growing. When was the last time you were convicted of living less than what He has called you to? How are you responding? When was the last time you were humbled by HIs greatness, goodness or power? Stay in awe of Him. Daily word and prayer (no excuses) Fasting...???! Worship, and especially engaging in corporate worship experiences Journal what you are hearing Him say  Reflect on what you have heard and what you are doing differently  2. Choose to have wise counselor(s) in your 'court' Give them power to speak, anytime... and to your stakeholders Be intentionally vulnerable and consistently regular in connecting with them Listen in next week as we talk about how to find and walk with wise counselors and/or a band of brothers (or sisters)   3. Listen to your spouse (or your closest leader/parent-figure) Ask for feedback, listen and ponder it before responding Beware your expertise or success doesn't make you deaf and render them dumb... or you will suffer the consequences Ask yourself:Who can give me feedback? Who can disagree with me and change the way I see things? How easy is it for those around me to speak up? When was the last time someone confronted me? Would they do it again? AM.I.LISTENING?    Congratulations on reading to the end of this blog! Please add your comments and share this with others who would find it valuable. And, as always, don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or comments to andy@HeaveninBusiness.com

<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/181-full-confession-and-upgrades/id1476340111?i=1000597429433" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Last episode</a> I made a confession to live up to who God says I am rather than making excuses or hiding or deferring to others. That's all false humility and is not helping anyone. On the other side, how do you keep yourself from getting too full of yourself and ending up in failure? I believe we are on the cusp of another great awakening that is happening all over the world, right now! So as we step and into more of what God does on and through us, beyond our own ability, how do we stay humble and finish strong? Step one - if you are in business or lead any organization, read this: I highly recommend you read the Jim Collins book, How The Mighty Fall, to see the evidential pathway to failure (THAT WE CAN AVOID!) At least read the summary <a href="https://www.jimcollins.com/concepts/five-stages-of-decline.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>:  <ol><li>Hubris born of success - "We are awesome. Look at me." Overinflated view of self.</li> <li>Undisciplined pursuit of more - "We can succeed at anything, so we will..." Take on multiple tasks, objectives outside core strength and vision (or lack thereof).</li> <li>Denial of Risk and Peril - "We don't have a problem." Blaming others or ignoring the feedback. External momentum has pushed company to great height(s).</li> <li>Grasping for salvation - "This new product/leader/market/culture... will turn this around." Refusing to own the problem and return to core competency(ies).</li> <li>Capitulation to irrelevance or death - The end</li> </ol>So what's the solution?  Some of my Christian friends would say "stay connected to Christ" or "stay in the Presence." Only problem is, I have read about Judas who couldn't have been more connected Christ, yet failed monumentally.  Then there's Lucifer who was the arch-angel of worship; literally surrounding the throne and directing praise and worship in Heaven. I cannot see how anyone could be closer to the Presence of God - the wonder and awe and amazement as angels and heavenly beings cry holy, holy, holy... Yet he still succumbed to the hubris born of success and failed eternally. Another solution is to pursue wisdom and understanding. The only problem there is that the wisest person in the world - Solomon, failed to heed his own instruction and failed miserably. Hmmmm.... So I need to have someone who will adjust me? Great idea! Yet Judas was an example of having the best discipleship on the planet, yet still chose to profit himself first, and ended terminally... Solomon looked so successful on the outside and was the wisest person in the world, and the entire nation was prospering ridiculously under his leadership.... He would have been very difficult to confront/adjust in the momentum of his success. And confronting Lucifer... or the most seemingly successful worship leader in history, would have been interesting. How many gifted or anointed leaders (in ministry or in business or in government...) have been easy to confront in the midst of their success? So should I stay small and avoid success?  NO!!!! Unacceptable. That is partnering with fear and robbing the world and your friends of who you are. Go back and listen to <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/181-full-confession-and-upgrades/id1476340111?i=1000597429433" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">last episode</a> to deal with that thought. So what is the solution? How do I ensure I step up fully in who I am called to be and knock it out of the park (ie. do awesome) and not allow awesome to sabotage my finish? The story of David is a great lesson to help us. He was incredibly anointed and gifted. He had epic success after years of wilderness discipleship. Then, at the heights of his success, when nothing he did looked like it could fail, David failed more than most people in a lifetime. He lusted after the wife of one of his most loyal and skilled mighty men. While his mighty man was fighting the King's battle, David took his wife, got her pregnant and then tried to manipulate the circumstances to cover it up. When the fiercely loyal soldier refused to be manipulated, David had him murdered. If that's not all, he failed to confront the poor character of his sons and his military leaders, resulting in murder, rape, treason and a divided kingdom. Ouch. Yet history records David as a friend of God and that Jesus is the son of David? Acts reports that he fulfilled the purpose of God in his generation. Hmmm.... I'd give him a 'B' at best. So what can we learn from David? David didn't just have people around him to speak up. He listened. He was confront-able.  He adjusted. Not at first. Sometimes he needed a metaphoric story to get the message, or a lot of pain before he could understand his error. But he responded. And God credited that to him. And he finished... mostly strong. HIs story is right there in all its unedited mess to teach us something. WILL. YOU. LISTEN? David had Samuel and Nathan. They were prophets and Nathan was considered to have studied under Samuel and become King David's court appointed prophet - advisor to the King on personal and national issues. But I think the best kept secret is will you listen to your spouse? At the end of David's life, he is about to choose stupid again by avoiding to confront one of his son's who is usurping the Kings succession plan. Then Nathan AND BATHSHEBA confront David.... and David listened.  So do we have a solution to stay strong and avoid failure?  Yes we do. Is it foolproof? No, regardless of how many powerful voices you are listening to and how close you are to the Presence of God you still have within you the power to choose stupid. The only guaranteed pathway is to stay tenderhearted in the process. How do you do that? Ask me in ten years time. Here's what I know: 1. Stay close to God... and constantly growing. When was the last time you were convicted of living less than what He has called you to? How are you responding? When was the last time you were humbled by HIs greatness, goodness or power? Stay in awe of Him. <ul><li>Daily word and prayer (no excuses)</li> <li>Fasting...???!</li> <li>Worship, and especially engaging in corporate worship experiences</li> <li>Journal what you are hearing Him say </li> <li>Reflect on what you have heard and what you are doing differently</li> </ul> 2. Choose to have wise counselor(s) in your 'court' <ul><li>Give them power to speak, anytime... and to your stakeholders</li> <li>Be intentionally vulnerable and consistently regular in connecting with them</li> <li>Listen in next week as we talk about how to find and walk with wise counselors and/or a band of brothers (or sisters) </li> </ul> 3. Listen to your spouse (or your closest leader/parent-figure) <ul><li>Ask for feedback, listen and ponder it before responding</li> <li>Beware your expertise or success doesn't make you deaf and render them dumb... or you will suffer the consequences</li> <li>Ask yourself: <ul><li>Who can give me feedback?</li> <li>Who can disagree with me and change the way I see things?</li> <li>How easy is it for those around me to speak up?</li> <li>When was the last time someone confronted me? Would they do it again?</li> <li>AM.I.LISTENING?</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Congratulations on reading to the end of this blog! Please add your comments and share this with others who would find it valuable. And, as always, don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or comments to andy@HeaveninBusiness.com

182. Are You Listening?

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