Stop Making Excuses and Take Action

Stop Making Excuses and Take Action

I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Robert J. Hunt about the power of accountability. Robert shared openly about his own journey to financial freedom and how taking ownership changed his life. In our conversation, Robert explained why accountability leads to true freedom - when we stop making excuses and take action. His book "Nobody Cares Until You Do" tells the story of paying off $90k in debt through some difficult decisions. We also discussed how to live out our faith in everyday life, not compartmentalizing it to Sundays. Robert challenged us to view even our workplace as a mission field and glorify God in all we do. I'd highly recommend checking out Robert's book to learn more about embracing accountability. He's graciously offering the first two listeners a free copy just for being a fan of this podcast! Simply go to NobodyCaresPod.com [http://NobodyCaresPod.com], fill out the contact form, and use code FULLYENGAGED to claim your free book. Let me know what you think about accountability and bringing your faith to work. I read all your comments and love keeping the conversation going. Parenting Gender Confused Children Support Group: https://faithfullyengaged.com/support-group/ [https://faithfullyengaged.com/support-group/] Podmatch: Want to be a podcast guest? Have your own podcast and want to find guests? Use podmatch! https://www.joinpodmatch.com/faithfullyengaged [https://www.joinpodmatch.com/faithfullyengaged] Faithfully Engaged Substack: https://faithfullyengaged.substack.com/ [https://faithfullyengaged.substack.com/] *This description contains affiliate links. These links add no cost to you and help support the show.* Robert’s Links: Website: https://nobodycaresbook.com/ [https://nobodycaresbook.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nobodycaresbook/ [https://www.instagram.com/nobodycaresbook/] Book: https://a.co/d/j5cTQJw [https://a.co/d/j5cTQJw] #ChristianAccountability #FaithfulLiving #EmpoweredFaith #PurposefulChristianity #OwningYourActions #LivingWithPurpose #FaithInAction #AccountabilityEmpowerment #ChristianValues #FullyEngagedFaith TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 - Introduction and Consulting Services 01:55 - Accountability and Freedom 04:14 - Victimhood and Responsibility 07:00 - Faith and Accountability 11:48 - Nobody Cares Until You Do 12:39 - The Power of Accountability 13:50 - Nobody Cares Unless You Do Something 17:43 - Embracing Accountability in Daily Life 20:01 - Teaching Accountability to Children 22:28 - Embracing Grace and Humility 26:00 - Embracing Change and Making Hard Decisions 28:30 - Embracing Life's Challenges 29:28 - Finding Confidence in Faith 31:37 - Embracing Workplace Ministry 34:01 - Taking Charge of Your Journey

Discovering Grace Despite Religious Roots

I recently had the pleasure of chatting with Amelia Walden, author of the inspiring new book "From Jew to Gentile." In our conversation, Amelia shares her incredible story of coming from a Jewish/Catholic background to discovering a personal relationship with Jesus. Even after attending Catholic school, she realized she knew little about the Bible or what it means to know God. It wasn't until attending a local church service as an adult that the gospel truly clicked for Amelia. She vividly recalls hearing the pastor mention the book of "Johnny" (John), which opened her eyes to how much she still needed to learn. From that point on, she was hungry to dive deeper into scripture and build an authentic faith of her own. Amelia is so transparent about the ups and downs of her journey - from having a negative view of Christians to finally embracing the grace Jesus offers. No matter your background, I think you'll find a lot of wisdom and encouragement in her story. We also talk about the divide in our culture and how we can stand for truth while still loving others well. This is so key right now! If you want to connect with Amelia or get a copy of her book, I've included links below. I'd highly recommend giving it a read - it blessed me tremendously. As always, let me know your thoughts! Parenting Gender Confused Children Support Group: https://faithfullyengaged.com/support-group/ [https://faithfullyengaged.com/support-group/] Podmatch: Want to be a podcast guest? Have your own podcast and want to find guests? Use podmatch! https://www.joinpodmatch.com/faithfullyengaged [https://www.joinpodmatch.com/faithfullyengaged] Faithfully Engaged Substack: https://faithfullyengaged.substack.com/ [https://faithfullyengaged.substack.com/] *This description contains affiliate links. These links add no cost to you and help support the show.* Amelia’s Links: Website: https://fromjtog.com/ [https://fromjtog.com/]I nstagram: https://www.instagram.com/milliewalden [https://www.instagram.com/milliewalden] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086023641985 [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086023641985] Book: https://a.co/d/4ccxm6z [https://a.co/d/4ccxm6z] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gig_break_pancake?lang=en [https://www.tiktok.com/@gig_break_pancake?lang=en] #FaithJourney #DeepeningFaith #ChristianTransformation #FindingGodsGrace #SpiritualGrowth #EmbracingRelationshipwithGod #ChristianTestimony #NavigatingFaithChallenges #CulturalImpactonFaith #AuthenticChristianity TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 - Biblically Parenting Gender Confused Children Support Group 00:01:19 - Amelia's Book and Faith Journey 00:06:38 - Writing "From Jew to Gentile" 00:12:38 - Encountering the Gospel 00:15:36 - Sharing the Gospel with Others 00:16:00 - Importance of Understanding Scripture and the Gospel 00:17:12 - Trusting God's Sovereignty in Sharing the Gospel 00:18:26 - Letting Go of Control and Being Obedient 00:21:53 - Living a Transformed Life After Salvation 00:26:58 - Reaching Family Members with the Gospel 00:32:01 - Faith in God and the Conservative Movement 00:33:32 - God's Sovereignty and Election 00:34:39 - Balancing Activism and Media Consumption 00:35:12 - Impact of Culture on Children 00:38:53 - Preparing Children for Cultural Influences

Seasons of Change: Embracing New Beginnings

In this episode, Johnny reflects on significant life changes, including celebrating his Grandmother's 90th birthday and the journey of building a new home. He discusses the challenges of balancing his counseling practice with podcasting, ultimately deciding to transition his podcasting approach to prioritize family and personal time. He shares insights from Ecclesiastes about the seasons of life and the importance of recognizing change. Parenting Gender Confused Children Support Group: https://faithfullyengaged.com/support-group/ [https://faithfullyengaged.com/support-group/] Podmatch: Want to be a podcast guest? Have your own podcast and want to find guests? Use podmatch! https://www.joinpodmatch.com/faithfullyengaged [https://www.joinpodmatch.com/faithfullyengaged] Faithfully Engaged Substack: https://faithfullyengaged.substack.com/ [https://faithfullyengaged.substack.com/] This description contains affiliate links. These links add no cost to you and help support the show. Johnny’s Links: Website: http://www.faithfullyengaged.com/www.faithfullyengaged.com [http://www.faithfullyengaged.com] X: https://twitter.com/faithfulengaged [https://twitter.com/faithfulengaged] Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/faithfullyengaged/ [https://www.instagram.com/faithfullyengaged/] Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@faithfullyengaged [https://www.youtube.com/@faithfullyengaged] Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2321840 [https://rumble.com/c/c-2321840] Substack: https://substack.com/@johnnysanders?utm_source=profile-page [https://substack.com/@johnnysanders?utm_source=profile-page] #Family #HomeBuilding #Podcasting #LifeBalance #Transitions #PersonalGrowth #Ecclesiastes3 #FaithfulFridays #NewBeginnings #TimeManagement TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Celebrating Family and New Beginnings 02:59 Building a Dream Home 05:48 Balancing Life and Podcasting 09:06 Transitioning from Consistency to Flexibility 11:54 Finding Peace in Change

Ask Better Questions, Have Better Conversations

I'm back with another faith-focused conversation that I think you'll really enjoy. Today's chat is with Mandy Pallock, a creative communicator who is passionate about using questions to build resilient relationships. In this interview, Mandy shares vulnerably about her journey from hating talking to people to discovering the beauty of curious questions. I think you'll be encouraged by her practical tips for overcoming awkwardness and asking great questions in your daily life. We cover a lot of ground, from modeling curiosity for our kids to living purposefully, even in mundane moments like waiting in line. Mandy has some fantastic thoughts on seeing people through Jesus' redemptive eyes, instead of attacking issues and people. I'd love to hear your takeaways in the comments! And if you want to dive deeper into Mandy's message, check out her new book The Question Habit, along with her podcast Presently Engaged. Parenting Gender Confused Children Support Group: https://faithfullyengaged.com/support-group/ [https://faithfullyengaged.com/support-group/] Podmatch: Want to be a podcast guest? Have your own podcast and want to find guests? Use podmatch! https://www.joinpodmatch.com/faithfullyengaged [https://www.joinpodmatch.com/faithfullyengaged] Faithfully Engaged Substack: https://faithfullyengaged.substack.com/ [https://faithfullyengaged.substack.com/] *This description contains affiliate links. These links add no cost to you and help support the show.* Mandy’s Links: Website: https://www.presentlyengaged.com/ [https://www.presentlyengaged.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandy_pallock/ [https://www.instagram.com/mandy_pallock/] Book: https://a.co/d/dLDF3qj [https://a.co/d/dLDF3qj] Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2DhpQtkiQOgJuvYn3dc2vE [https://open.spotify.com/show/2DhpQtkiQOgJuvYn3dc2vE] #ResilientRelationships #CommunicationSkills #MeaningfulConnections #DailyInteractions #PurposefulLiving #RelationshipBuilding #EffectiveCommunication #CuriousQuestions #DailyConversations #EnhancingRelationships TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 - Want to Start a Podcast? 00:01:03 - Introduction to Mandy Pallock 00:02:39 - Embracing Podcasting as an Effective Tool 00:05:50 - Challenging Cultural Christianity 00:10:23 - Embracing Curiosity and Creativity 00:15:09 - The Power of Prayer in Managing Emotions 00:16:20 - The "Include Me Prayer" and Being Open to God's Work 00:17:22 - Overcoming Fear of Asking Important Questions 00:22:31 - Living with Purpose and Impacting Others 00:25:38 - Finding Purpose in Everyday Moments 00:30:36 - Making the Best Use of Time 00:31:29 - The Power of Asking Questions 00:32:06 - Finding Purpose in Daily Life 00:33:15 - Mandy's Book and Resources 00:34:36 - Conclusion and Next Steps

From $200k to $20 Million: A Christ-Centered Approach to Wealth

I'm back with another faith-focused chat that I think you'll find super valuable. Today I had the pleasure of talking with Wyatt Simon, a real estate investor who has built an incredible $20 million portfolio starting with just a $200k line of credit. In our laid-back discussion, Wyatt shares his origin story of how he got into real estate investing, including the mindset shifts and practical steps he took. I think you'll be encouraged and motivated by his perspective on using wealth and assets to glorify God, rather than hoarding riches for selfish gain. We also talk about common obstacles that hold people back from financial growth and stability. Wyatt offers some great advice on getting out of your own way, doubling down on your talents, and hiring out the rest. A few key takeaways: - Mindset is key - believe you're worth what you say you're worth and develop the discipline to stick to it - Focus on your highest-value tasks and outsource the rest - Interdependence is powerful - do what you're uniquely gifted at so we can all prosper Whether you're hoping to grow in financial wisdom or be inspired by Wyatt's faith-fueled mindset, I think you'll enjoy our conversation. Let me know what most stood out to you in the comments! Parenting Gender Confused Children Support Group: https://faithfullyengaged.com/support-group/ [https://faithfullyengaged.com/support-group/] Podmatch: Want to be a podcast guest? Have your own podcast and want to find guests? Use podmatch! https://www.joinpodmatch.com/faithfullyengaged [https://www.joinpodmatch.com/faithfullyengaged] Faithfully Engaged Substack: https://faithfullyengaged.substack.com/ [https://faithfullyengaged.substack.com/] *This description contains affiliate links. These links add no cost to you and help support the show.* Wyatt’s Links: Website: https://www.wyattsimon.com/ [https://www.wyattsimon.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wyattbuysbuildings/ [https://www.instagram.com/wyattbuysbuildings/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wyatt.simon [https://www.facebook.com/wyatt.simon] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WyattBuysBuildings [https://www.youtube.com/@WyattBuysBuildings] Book: https://a.co/d/bqz1aZ8 [https://a.co/d/bqz1aZ8] #ChristianFinance #FaithAndMoney #FinancialStability #WealthStewardship #GodlyInvesting #BiblicalWealth #FinancialWisdom #FaithfulInvesting #ChristianWealth #StewardshipJourney TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Consultation Services 00:01:03 - Wyatt's Real Estate Journey 00:03:40 - Importance of Real Estate Investing 00:07:47 - Using Wealth for Good 00:11:37 - Financial Literacy and Stewardship 00:14:09 - Overcoming Self-Limiting Beliefs 00:16:28 - Knowing Your Worth and Focusing on High-Value Tasks 00:23:00 - Interdependence in Business and Faith 00:25:46 - Community and Collaboration 00:27:07 - The Investor's Playbook for Real Estate 00:29:03 - Writing the Book 00:30:15 - Lessons Learned 00:31:16 - Book Release Information 00:31:40 - Contact Information 00:32:04 - Closing Remarks