The Unfolding
Page 169: Dave Munson: From Missionary to Saddleback Leather CEO
Aug 18, 2023
Dave Munson, founder of Saddleback Leather Company, shares his journey from missionary to CEO. Topics include finding a calling in vocational ministry, creating the first leather bag, unique company headquarters, owning a marketing category, the impact of Blue the dog, and spreading the word of Jesus through the company's products and social media engagement.
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- Spiritual pride hindered Dave Munson's relationship with God and his desire to serve Him.
- God can use any endeavor, including a simple leather bag, to bring Him glory and impact people's lives.
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Dave Munson's spiritual pride led to a shift in perspective
Dave Munson, founder of Saddleback Leather Company, shares his journey from being a prideful missionary to a humble and successful CEO. He initially believed that full-time ministry was the most spiritual thing one could do. However, God used his leather bag business to change his perspective. Munson realized that spiritual pride hindered his relationship with God and his desire to truly serve Him. Through this transformation, he learned that God can use business as a means of ministry, and he now seeks to bring glory to God through his company.
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