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Faith Driven Entrepreneur

Episode 244 - Developing Holy Ambition With Chip Ingram

Apr 4, 2023
Chip Ingram, author of the book 'Holy Ambition', explores the tension between faith and ambition for entrepreneurs. He discusses the concept of holy ambition and aligning it with God's agenda. The podcast also covers responding to devastation with prayer and repentance, discerning holy ambition, understanding Jesus in the Gospels, and developing a right understanding of God and themes of community and sin.
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  • Balancing ambition and faithfulness as an entrepreneur requires aligning ambitions with God's will and being a servant.
  • Distinguishing between personal ambition and holy ambition involves discernment through self-reflection, community feedback, and alignment with God's purpose.

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Balancing ambition and faithfulness

This podcast episode explores the challenge of balancing ambition and faithfulness for entrepreneurs. It highlights the natural drive and desire for excellence in entrepreneurial work but cautions against wilfulness and striving for greatness instead of relying on God's control. The guest, Chip Ingram, discusses the principles from his book 'Holy Ambition', which emphasizes turning God-shaped dreams into reality. He emphasizes the importance of aligning ambition with God's direction, being a servant, and finding peace in God's control.

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