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  • 331. Feeling Pressure to Back Down? Here's What to Do
    2026/02/11

    Feeling pressure to shrink back? Learn 3 Nehemiah strategies to hear God at work and build your kingdom business with courage, focus, and impact.

    Welcome to the Heaven in Business podcast—where we help you partner with God, build better business, and multiply kingdom impact. In this episode, Andy unpacks a timely word to lean in (not draw back) and walks through three practical keys from Nehemiah to strengthen your faith and business. Andy Mason hosts this conversation from a place of Scripture-first leadership and real-world application.

    Read the Blog here

    Episode summary

    When the pressure hits, our instinct is to lower expectations or play it safe. Drawing from Nehemiah 4 & 6, Andy shows how mockery, mess (rubble), and distraction are classic tactics to stall your assignment. You’ll learn how to anchor in God’s voice, strengthen your core focus, and build with others so your work blesses cities and nations. Along the way, Andy shares stories from mastermind cohorts, travel partners, and a renewed commitment to Scripture-centered leadership that refuses to retreat.

    Three Practical Takeaways

    1. Pray, then build: When criticism hits, return to God’s word and presence to reset your courage and next actions.

    2. Strengthen the team: Close ranks at exposed places; build with families and peers—arm-to-arm—not as a lone hero.

    3. Guard your focus: Say “I am doing a great work and cannot come down.” Protect your white-hot core from nice-but-distracting invites.

    Free Resource – Finding Hope at Work Get Finding Hope at Work: 7 Real Stories to Help You Hear God in Uncertainty (free guide): https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/Finding-Hope

    Events & Trips (including city-building engagements in Brazil, Colombia, and Zimbabwe): Heaveninbusiness.com/events — partnering with local leaders to equip marketplace believers. Brazil Colombia Zimbabwe

    Nonprofit partner: The Hope Directive 501(c)(3) Hopedirective.com

    Subscribe for weekly insights → https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/newsletters/weekly-insights/subscribe

    Timestamps

    00:00 Welcome & why this word matters (don’t draw back) Heaven in Business

    01:10 Upcoming gatherings & missions: students, marriage retreat in Cancún; global trips; invite to engage

    02:15 Daily rhythms: Bible, journaling, walking with God like Enoch

    04:35 Mastermind kickoff & the importance of listening to the Holy Spirit with accountability

    06:40 Resetting expectations: hope, expansion, and fresh fire

    08:45 Why Nehemiah? Building with eternity in mind (Matthew 6:33)

    11:20 Key 1 – When opposition mocks (Neh. 4:1–6): pray, anchor, keep building

    15:55 Key 2 – When the rubble feels overwhelming (Neh. 4:9–14): close ranks, fight for family & city

    20:40 City impact and your business: why your region’s health affects your house

    21:50 Key 3 – When distractions invite you to “come down” (Neh. 6:1–9): clarify vision; say no to good to protect great

    23:30 Real example: declining “coffee” invites to finish core assignments

    24:25 Activation: Ask the Holy Spirit for your one focus and do it

    25:10 Wrap & next steps: cohorts, conferences, and the Growth Path

    #heaveninbusiness #kingdombusiness #christianbusiness #faithandwork #businessleadership

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    25 分
  • 330. Nothing Is Impossible | Living Scripture in Business Decisions
    2026/02/04

    Christian entrepreneur? Here’s how to hear God at work and lead with faith—by living as if the Bible is actually true in business decisions.

    Welcome to Heaven in Business—equipping Christian entrepreneurs to partner with God, build better business, and multiply Kingdom impact. In this episode, Janine Mason shares the question that’s been shaping her leadership: “What if the Bible is true?” Not just mentally agreeing with Scripture, but allowing God’s Word to inform everyday decisions—anxiety, payroll, clients, conflict, and courage. You’ll hear practical stories (including a candid marriage moment with Andy) and a simple activation to align your actions with what God has actually said.

    Read the Blog Here

    Three Practical Takeaways

    1. Trade anxiety for assurance. When pressure hits, pause and pray Philippians 4—turn worry into worship and specific requests.

    2. Decide from God’s promises. Keep one verse for the week (e.g., “Nothing is impossible”) and let it steer hiring, pricing, and tough conversations.

    3. Act on the word you’ve received. If God said “Go,” stop re-checking the starting blocks—take the next faithful step today.

    Free Guide ➡️ Finding Hope at Work: 7 Real Stories to Help You Hear God in Uncertainty https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/Finding-Hope

    🔔 Subscribe for weekly insights to grow your faith and business → https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/newsletters/weekly-insights/subscribe

    Join the Conversation What single Scripture will you practice this week as if it’s true? Tell us below so we can cheer you on.

    Next steps:

    Join us at an upcoming in-person event: https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/events

    Timestamps

    00:00 Welcome—navigating life, family, and business with God

    00:38 Why Scripture matters (Hebrews 4:12; John 17:17; 2 Tim 3:16–17; Isa 55:11)

    02:22 The core question: What if the Bible is true?

    03:30 Anxiety reveals what we really believe—how to respond with faith

    04:42 “Nothing is impossible”—moving from mental assent to daily action

    06:40 Activation from a business retreat: choose one prophetic phrase

    07:03 Stories: “Ready, set…go” and the leader who stopped second-guessing

    09:22 When experience shouts louder than Scripture—what to do

    11:42 Real life: Janine + Andy, conflict, and practicing love in the moment

    14:09 Repentance, patience, and letting the Word shape behavior

    15:50 Your turn—pick one verse and live it out this week

    16:34 Events & invitations; closing encouragement

    #heaveninbusiness #kingdombusiness #christianbusiness #faithandwork #businessleadership

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    17 分
  • 329. Choose Grateful over Grumpy When Chaos Hits
    2026/01/28
    Stuck in adversity? Learn how Christian entrepreneurs can hear God at work, choose gratitude, and lead with Kingdom purpose—right where it’s messy. Welcome to Heaven in Business—where we help you partner with God, build better business, and multiply Kingdom impact. In today’s episode, Andy Mason shares a real-time story from a Nashville ice storm: no power for days, frozen everything, cooking on the barbecue… and a practical, faith-filled way to choose grateful over grumpy. You’ll learn how Psalm 23 reframes adversity, what “my cup overflows” means for marketplace ministry, and simple actions to lead your team (and yourself) with hope. This conversation equips you to hear God at work and lead your business with purpose—even in the messy middle. Three Practical Takeaways 1. Reframe with Scripture: Open meetings (or mornings) with Psalm 23—declare “The Lord is my shepherd; I lack nothing”—then list three provisions you already see. 2. Activate Overflow: Identify one person “worse off than me” and serve them today (a call, a meal, a ride, a referral). Overflow grows when you give. 3. Operational Gratitude: In any setback, write two columns: Grumpy (facts) vs Grateful (facts + opportunities). Choose one action from the grateful column and do it now. Read the Blog Here Free Guide 👉 Finding Hope at Work (7 real stories to help you hear God in uncertainty): Heaveninbusiness.com/FindingHope Resources Book: Finding Hope in Crazy Times: Daily Stories of Hearing God - Amazon.com/Finding-Hope-Crazy-Times-Stories/dp/1734698403 Subscribe for weekly insights to grow your faith and business → Heaveninbusiness.com/newsletters/weekly-insights Timestamps 00:00 Welcome: faith, family & business on the go (Nashville ice storm) 00:59 Grumpy or Grateful? The leadership choice that accelerates learning 01:53 Practical realities: no power, neighbors, embracing the adventure 02:49 Cooking on the barbecue + keeping taps running in freezing temps 03:44 Psalm 23 focus: “The Lord is my shepherd… my cup overflows” 04:36 “Cup overflows” = you’re safe, you belong (Middle Eastern table picture) 05:29 Community overflow: friends offering heat, water, hospitality 06:23 Choosing gratitude: heated car seats, resources, ability to help others 07:16 Prayer for those in crisis; gratitude list in leadership practice 08:02 Blessing: may your cup overflow; encouragement in emergencies 08:53 Beauty in adversity: ice-covered trees, blue sky, messy middle faith
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    10 分
  • 328. From Quiet-Time to All-The-Time: Build Kingdom Business
    2026/01/21

    Move beyond “devotions only.” Learn simple rhythms to hear God at work, lead with wisdom, and build a Kingdom business that multiplies impact.

    Welcome! At Heaven in Business, we help you partner with God to build a better business and multiply Kingdom impact. In this episode, Andy Mason shows you how to shift from a once-a-day quiet time to an all-the-time walk with the Holy Spirit—so you lead with clarity, courage, and results that last.

    You’ll learn the Genesis 3 pattern of deception vs. truth, why authority flows from intimacy (not position), and how to shape daily decisions by staying aware of God’s presence at work. Expect practical rhythms you can start today.

    3 Practical Takeaways

    1. Anchor before inbox: Open Scripture first so your heart—not your hurry—drives decisions.

    2. Invite wise counsel: Surround yourself with truth-tellers; pause when counsel is silent.

    3. Practice all-day awareness: Add “turn aside” moments—ask, “Holy Spirit, anything I need to know right now?” and act on the nudge.

    Read the Blog

    Resources

    • Annual Conference: Heaveninbusiness.com/conference26
    • Listen Up—Hearing God at Work (toolkit for real-time guidance) Amazon.com/Listen-Up-Hearing-HEAVEN-BUSINESS/dp/173469842X

    • Weekly Insights newsletter → https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/newsletters/weekly-insights/subscribe

    Timestamps

    00:00 Welcome—why trust beats formulas for lasting results
    02:24 What’s coming up: experiences to multiply Kingdom impact
    03:20 Marriage Retreat (Cancún): from good to great—honest, hope-filled tune-up
    04:49 Genesis 3 blueprint: shrewd counsel vs. true counsel
    07:17 Deception vs. silence in leadership—and how to respond
    09:41 Intimacy → authority: leading from presence, not position
    12:06 Daily anchor: Scripture shaping your inner decision-maker
    14:24 Popularity vs. wisdom: filtering noisy voices at work
    16:43 From quiet time to all-the-time: simple workplace rhythms
    19:05 Executive retreat story: testimonies and tangible presence of God
    21:25 Final encouragement + next steps to keep growing

    🔔 Subscribe for weekly insights to grow your faith and business → https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/newsletters/weekly-insights/subscribe


    #heaveninbusiness #kingdombusiness #christianbusiness #faithandwork #businessleadership

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    22 分
  • 327. Lessons from Ramsey Solutions: A Case Study in Enduring, Countercultural Leadership
    2026/01/14

    How Ramsey built enduring, countercultural leadership—and why peace + one clear message scale impact. Full case study on our blog.

    Welcome to Heaven in Business with Andy Mason—where we partner with God to build better business and multiply Kingdom impact. This episode is intentionally short (about six minutes) because it points you to the full lessons learned + team debrief from our visit to Ramsey Solutions.

    See the details here: https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/blog/ramsey-solutions-lessons

    In this conversation, Andy shares what we saw on the Ramsey Solutions tour—live show, six floors, ~1,000 staff—and how one clear message became a discipleship pathway, then tools, then media, sustained over decades with intentional succession. The countercultural part? A pervasive peace and absence of unhealthy comparison or competition—paired with a relentless focus on helping people get free.

    👉 Read the full lessons learned + practical case study (blog): https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/blog/ramsey-solutions-lessons

    Subscribe 🔔 Subscribe for weekly insights to grow your faith and business → https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/newsletters/weekly-insights/

    #heaveninbusiness #kingdombusiness #christianbusiness #faithandwork #businessleadership

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    6 分
  • 326. How to Beat Decision Overload and Lead with Clarity
    2026/01/07

    If you lead anything—business, team, or family—you’re making constant decisions under pressure. Budgets tighten, calendars fill, and the temptation is to let urgency or comfort lead. But Kingdom leaders are called to decide from a different place: peace, purpose, and partnership with God.

    In this episode, I share a real-time leadership moment and unpack how Scripture and wise counsel cut through decision overload. Drawing from Luke 17, we look at Jesus’ warning not to shrink back, negotiate with fear, or retreat to what’s comfortable when pressure rises. Instead, we’re invited to obey quickly and stay aligned with what God has already said.

    You’ll walk away with a simple 30-day rhythm to help you lead with clarity, make decisions with God, and recognize where the Kingdom is meant to shift—internally, structurally, and spiritually.

    Read the blog here

    Show Notes

    00:00–02:00 Pressure, decision fatigue, and leadership
    02:01–05:00 When budgets and comfort try to lead
    05:01–09:00 Two anchors: God’s Word and wise counsel
    09:01–13:00 Luke 17 and the danger of looking back
    13:01–17:00 How the Kingdom shifts at work
    17:01–21:00 A 30-day rhythm for decision clarity
    21:01–24:00 When shrinking back feels like wisdom
    24:01–26:00 Team activation and next steps

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    21 分
  • 325. How I Hear God for Real-Time Business Strategy (Not Theory)
    2025/12/31

    Learn how to hear God at work for real-time business strategy using Scripture, prayer, and application—faith and business aligned.

    Welcome to Heaven in Business, where we help Christian leaders partner with God, build better business, and multiply Kingdom impact. In this episode, Andy Mason takes you behind the scenes of how he hears God in real time for business strategy—not theory, not hype, but practical, daily partnership with God at work.

    Andy unpacks how reading Scripture relationally—especially the book of Luke—becomes a living conversation with God that shapes leadership decisions, marketing strategy, content creation, and organizational growth. You’ll discover how biblical insight turns into actionable direction for the next 12 months of business and ministry.

    Read the blog here

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    Three Practical Takeaways You Can Apply at Work

    1. Read Scripture to engage God, not just gain information
    Approach the Bible as a conversation with the Author—listening for what stirs, convicts, or invites action.

    2. Translate revelation into real-world application
    Avoid “spiritual edema” by activating what you receive—build strategy with clear next steps, not just inspiration.

    3. Change your language, not your message
    To reach new people, humble yourself, leave the table, and adapt how you communicate without compromising truth.

    Heaven in Business Resources:

    Coming soon... Growth Path: https://heaveninbusiness.com/growth-path

    Weekly Insights Newsletter: https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/newsletters/weekly-insights/subscribe

    Heaven in Business YouTube Channel:
    https://www.youtube.com/channel/heaveninbusiness⊂_confirmation=1

    Join the Conversation

    What’s one way you’re sensing God inviting you to adjust your strategy or leadership approach right now? Share in the comments—we’d love to hear.

    Timestamps

    00:00 – Welcome & why hearing God matters in business
    02:20 – Reading Scripture for relationship, not information
    04:45 – Luke 14 and leadership humility
    07:10 – The danger of spiritual edema
    11:55 – SOAP framework for hearing God
    14:20 – Changing language to reach new people
    16:40 – Luke 15: three strategies for three groups
    19:00 – Growth Path vision & activation
    21:25 – Invitation to friendship with God

    Next Step

    Join us at the upcoming Heaven in Business Conference 👉 HeaveninBusiness.com/conference26

    #heaveninbusiness #kingdombusiness #christianbusiness #faithandwork #businessleadership

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    23 分
  • 324. Feeling Insignificant or Unseen: How to Be Unforgettable
    2025/12/17

    Do you feel unseen at work? Discover why the Kingdom doesn’t need your brand to matter—and how to partner with God, hear His voice, and lead with eternal impact.

    Welcome to Heaven in Business—where we help you partner with God, build better business, and multiply Kingdom impact. If you’ve ever wondered, “Does my work even matter if no one knows my name?” this episode is for you.

    In this conversation, Andy Mason unpacks Luke 10 and the “unnamed 70,” showing how some of the most powerful influencers in Scripture were never recorded by name. You’ll discover why the Kingdom advances not by branding but by obedience; how to hear God at work; and how small, faithful actions can catalyze outsized impact in your company, team, and city. You’ll also hear stories from recent Heaven in Business gatherings and a practical challenge to act on what God’s already saying.

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    Three Practical Takeaways

    1. Say His name, not yours. Shift from brand-building to obedience—measure success by faithfulness, not applause.
    2. Obey where it costs and no one sees. Take one action this week that advances God’s purposes even if it gets zero credit.
    3. Read to connect, not perform. Open Scripture to meet the Author; let His voice shape your decisions at work.

    Upcoming Workshops, Conferences & Retreats: Heaveninbusiness.com/events

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    🔔 Weekly insights to grow your faith and business → https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/newsletters/weekly-insights/subscribe

    Join the Conversation
    What’s one area you’ve felt unseen at work—and what obedient step will you take this week? Tell us below.

    Timestamps
    00:00 Welcome & why Heaven in Business exists
    00:40 Orlando workshop & “business couples” theme
    01:25 Palm Beach marketplace gathering: hunger for God at work
    02:20 What’s coming: conference, regional workshops, retreats
    04:42 Reading Luke 10—Jesus sends the seventy, many unnamed
    07:06 The Kingdom isn’t built on brand—Jesus knows your name
    09:31 A roll call of “unnamed” world-changers (widow’s mites, Samaritan woman, boy with loaves, centurion, etc.)
    11:53 Acts 1: 120 in the upper room—most names never recorded
    14:12 What really matters: unity, obedience, surrender—not visibility
    16:33 Personal story: choosing obedience over brand (Heaven in Business)
    18:38 This week’s activation & closing prayer: “Jesus, I choose to be known by You.”

    #heaveninbusiness #kingdombusiness #christianbusiness #faithandwork #businessleadership

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    19 分