Leaving 56 Restaurants Behind and Starting Over | That Christian Business Podcast Episode 4

The Tension Between Success and Surrender w/ Chris Farrell

Entrepreneurship creates tension that few people openly discuss. The pressure to provide, build, grow, and create impact can easily compete with the things that matter most—faith, marriage, family, and personal health. In this conversation, Greg Helton sits down with Chris Farrell, founder of Chris Farrell Media, to discuss the realities behind entrepreneurship and podcasting. Chris shares his journey from owning a successful fitness business to stepping into podcasting through faith, walking through seasons of financial uncertainty, and learning what it means to trust God when the path forward isn't fully visible. They also unpack how podcasting can become a powerful relationship-building tool for entrepreneurs, why meaningful work requires a larger story, and the difficult balance between ambition and presence as business owners. If you're a founder, business owner, or leader wrestling with growth, uncertainty, family priorities, or the pressure of carrying responsibility, this conversation offers practical insights and honest reflections from two entrepreneurs navigating those realities in real time. Keywords: Christian entrepreneurship, business leadership, podcasting strategy, founder mindset, faith and business, entrepreneurial growth. Links: https://chris-farrell-media.netlify.app Podcast Was Produced By Larimore Production Co. www.LarimoreProductionCompany.com Podcast was filmed at Studio Refuge in Raleigh, NC www.StudioRefuge.com Chapters: (00:00) Chris's Entrepreneurial Journey and Hard Seasons (01:00) Introducing Chris Farrell and Chris Farrell Media (02:17) How Podcasting Creates Business Opportunities (05:11) Building Relationship-Driven Podcasts (07:55) Why Chris Runs Multiple Podcasts (10:23) The Story Behind The Fit Dad Life (12:20) Hearing God's Call to Shut Down a Business (14:33) Entrepreneurship, Confidence, and Financial Struggle (16:17) God's Provision During Difficult Seasons (20:04) Brokenness, Dependency, and Leadership (23:00) Should Everyone Start a Podcast? (26:38) Living a Story Worth Telling (29:23) Fitness, Discipline, and Entrepreneurship (36:26) Failure, Presence, and Family Priorities (40:05) How Much Work Is Too Much? (47:36) Faith, Stewardship, and Entrepreneurial Responsibility (53:54) Navigating Uncertainty and Big Life Moves

The Entrepreneur’s Need for Daily Dependence on God

In this episode of That Christian Business Podcast, Greg sits down with Chris Wright, founder of Scripture Type, to talk about entrepreneurship, creative work, faith, and navigating growth seasons as a business owner.Chris shares the story behind building Scripture Type from a personal Scripture memorization project into a full-time family business serving customers around the world. Together, they discuss the realities of scaling a business, balancing creative passion with operational responsibilities, and learning how to trust God instead of relying solely on strategy, productivity, or personal ambition.The conversation explores topics like branding, entrepreneurship, Meta Ads, creative direction, business growth, delegation, perfectionism, and the challenges of building something meaningful without sacrificing family priorities or spiritual health.If you’re a founder, creative entrepreneur, freelancer, or business owner trying to grow faithfully while navigating uncertainty, this episode offers practical wisdom and encouraging reminders about dependence on God, stewardship, and perseverance.Featuring conversations around Scripture Type, branding strategy, entrepreneurship, creative careers, and faith-driven business leadership.Links:https://scripturetype.com/Podcast Produced by Larimore Production Co.https://www.larimoreproductioncompany.com/Filmed at Studio Refuge in Raleigh, North Carolinahttps://www.studiorefuge.com/Chapters: (00:00) Introduction to Chris Wright and Scripture Type (03:12) Turning Creative Passions Into a Career (10:18) The Challenges of Monetizing What You Love (18:42) Gratitude, Perfectionism, and Entrepreneurship (27:31) Scaling a Family Business Without Losing Quality (39:08) Delegation, Fulfillment, and Trusting God in Growth (49:22) Building Brands That Actually Stand Out (01:03:11) Best Jobs, Worst Jobs, and Spiritual Growth (01:15:36) Living Quietly and Working Faithfully (01:21:54) Walking by Faith in Business and Life

Staying Faithful Through Uncertainty | That Christian Business Podcast Episode 5

What does it look like to trust God while building a business in an uncertain season? In this solo episode of That Christian Business Podcast, Greg Helton shares the personal story behind the show, his entrepreneurial journey, and the tension many founders feel between ambition, faith, and responsibility. Greg opens up about moving his family across the country, building businesses in photography, video production, coaching, and podcasting, while learning how to keep Jesus at the center of work and family life. He also discusses the challenge of discerning whether a new opportunity is wisdom or distraction, and how Christian entrepreneurs can remain faithful while waiting on God’s direction. You’ll also hear practical insights on doing free work strategically, using business as ministry, creating legacy through content, and stewarding opportunities with integrity. If you are a Christian business owner, entrepreneur, founder, or leader trying to integrate faith and business, this episode offers honest encouragement and practical wisdom for the road ahead. Podcast Filmed at Studio Refuge in Raleigh North Carolina www.StudioRefuge.com Podcast Produced by Larimore Production Co. www.Larimore.co Chapters: (00:00) Waiting on God in Business (01:20) Why This Podcast Exists (05:22) Why In-Person Conversations Matter (08:52) Success Without Family Is Failure (10:26) Greg Helton’s Entrepreneurial Journey (27:02) Moving to North Carolina (31:15) Starting a Christian Coaching Business (34:25) Launching the Podcast Studio (37:14) The Difficulty of Waiting on the Lord (38:35) Business Tax Scare Story (42:00) Should You Do Free Work? (47:16) Books That Changed My Thinking on Business (52:09) Why Podcasting Helps Business Growth (55:25) What Listeners Want From This Show (57:27) Psalm 27 and Final Encouragement

Leaving 56 Restaurants Behind and Starting Over | That Christian Business Podcast Episode 4

Many people dream of owning a restaurant or food service business, but why should you be cautious? In this episode, Greg Helton has a conversation with Tara Lindstrom, founder of OneBite Marketing and former multi-unit restaurant franchisee who helped manage and grow a portfolio of 56 locations. Tara brings a rare perspective from both the operational and marketing sides of business. They break down the real economics of the restaurant industry, including why even successful locations often operate on razor-thin margins. Tara also shares her experience working inside a family-owned business, the challenges of scaling through franchising, and the importance of structuring partnerships with clarity. Beyond business strategy, this conversation dives into faith-driven decision making—specifically how to recognize when success starts to take the place of purpose, and what it looks like to step away. If you’re a founder, operator, or entrepreneur evaluating your next move, this episode offers practical insight and grounded perspective. Links: https://onebitemarketing.com/ Podcast Produced by Larimore Production Co. https://www.larimoreproductioncompany.com/ Filmed at Studio Refuge in Raleigh, North Carolina https://www.studiorefuge.com/ Chapters: (00:00) The Reality of Restaurant Profit Margins (01:16) Introducing Tara Lindstrom and Her Background (03:04) When Business Becomes an Idol (10:43) Starting a Marketing Agency from Scratch (16:02) Exiting a Family-Owned Business (17:20) Growing to 56 Restaurant Locations (28:51) The Pros and Cons of Working with Family (33:05) Should You Buy a Coffee Shop (45:59) Best Worst and Most Edifying Work Experiences (51:58) Book Recommendations and Final Thoughts

Stewarding AI Well as a Christian Entrepreneur | That Christian Business Podcast

Artificial intelligence is reshaping business faster than most founders can process. But how should Christian entrepreneurs actually think about AI — as a threat, a tool, or a stewardship responsibility? In this episode of That Christian Business Podcast, host Greg Helton sits down with Bob AI co-founder David Yerger to explore a thoughtful, faith-grounded framework for navigating technological change. They discuss practical ways business owners can begin using AI, why governance matters more than hype, and how emerging tools may reshape the workforce and entrepreneurial landscape. Beyond technology, the conversation dives into deeper spiritual questions: the anxiety surrounding AI adoption, the subtle idol of retirement, and how perspective on wealth and success shapes the decisions founders make every day. This episode offers both strategic clarity and spiritual encouragement for business leaders seeking to steward innovation wisely while keeping Jesus at the center of their work. If you’re a founder wondering how to engage AI without losing your values — this conversation is for you. AI Resources:David Yerger's Business: https://bob.pro/https://www.bensbites.com/https://a16z.com/ Podcast Production:www.LarimoreProductionCompany.com www.StudioRefuge.com Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 01:06 Meet David Yerger and the mission of Bob AI 05:38 How Christians should think about technology 12:12 Real life AI use in difficult medical situations 18:37 Concerns about AGI and responsible AI governance 22:29 Best, worst, most edifying career reflections 35:34 How founders should start using AI today 48:19 Is retirement a Christian idol 01:05:12 Will AI force workers to become more entrepreneurial 01:09:24 Final encouragement from Philippians