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This show is a ministry of the Center for Christianity in Business at Houston Christian University.Christian Business Leader is the show for marketplace Christians seeking to explore and apply God’s will for business. If you want to learn more about how to do business for the glory of God and shape culture through discipling the business world, this show is for you. | Christian business | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | https://www.christianbusinessleader.org/
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Oct 13, 2016 • 38min
How God Picks the Right People for the Right Roles (w/ Ken Voges)
What are the personality styles of key leaders from the Bible? Ken is the original author of the Biblical Personal Profile which associates Biblical Characters with the DISC model of behavior. This product, first published in 1985 by Performax Systems International, remains in print through Inscape Publishing. Information found in the Biblical Personal Profile remains the cornerstone resource for other products in integrating DISC profiles with Biblical characters. Subsequent works by Ken Voges include the Understanding How Others Misunderstand You book (Moody Press) and workbook (In His Grace Publishing) which serves as a 13 week course in building Biblical relationships. http://www.inhisgraceinc.com/ Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com

Sep 29, 2016 • 31min
Why Excellence is the Essence of Business Ethics (w/ David Gill)
There's more to business ethics than not doing the wrong things. David is a writer and speaker based in his hometown, Oakland, California. He recently retired from his position as Mockler-Phillips Professor of Workplace Theology & Business Ethics and Director of the Mockler Center for Faith & Ethics in the Workplace at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton and Boston, Massachusetts (2010 - 2016). Prior to this, he served on the faculties of New College Berkeley (1977-90), North Park University (1992-2001) and St. Mary's College (2004-2010). He is a graduate of the University of California, Berkeley (BA 1968), San Francisco State University (MA 1971), and University of Southern California (PhD 1979). He is the author of seven books including a two volume introduction to Christian ethics: Becoming Good: Building Moral Character and Doing Right: Practicing Ethical Principles (InterVarsity, 2000 & 2004) and a general market business ethics book, It's About Excellence: Building Ethically Healthy Organizations (Wipf & Stock, 2008/2011). http://www.ethixbiz.com/ http://www.davidwgill.org Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com

Sep 15, 2016 • 33min
Trust & Transparency in Business (w/ Matt Morris, CEO of Stewart Information Services Corp)
Matt Morris serves as the chief executive officer of Stewart Information Services Corporation. As CEO, Morris focuses on enhancing growth and financial performance while preserving Stewart's culture of integrity and service to customers. Previously, he was senior executive vice president for Stewart Information Services Corporation, Stewart Title Company and Stewart Title Guaranty Company. Morris also served as the president of the former Stewart Professional Solutions Division, overseeing home office and back office functions, including marketing, information technology, human resources, finance and accounting, the strategy and program management office, and audit/risk management for the Stewart companies. Morris rejoined Stewart in May 2004 to serve as senior vice president of Planning and Development. Prior to rejoining Stewart, he served as director for a strategic litigation consulting firm, offering trial and settlement sciences and communications strategy. Morris graduated from Southern Methodist University with a Bachelor's of Business Administration in organizational behavior and business policy, and received his MBA from the University of Texas with a concentration in finance. www.Stewart.com Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com

Sep 15, 2016 • 37min
Christian Values in the Film Industry (w/ Matthew Faraci)
How is God working in the film industry? (Comment at www.TheologyofBusiness.com) Matthew is President of Inspire Buzz, an entertainment marketing firm solely focused on delivering the values audience. Prior to founding the company, he worked successfully with more than a dozen companies in the entertainment, corporate, public policy, and non-profit spaces, designing highly customized strategies-fusing proven and cutting edge tactics together-to achieve big goals. His work has been profiled in The Wall Street Journal, The Christian Science Monitor, The Washington Post, The Chicago Tribune, The New York Times, USA Today, The Washington Times, Variety, The Hollywood Reporter, The Los Angeles Times, The Boston Globe, Deadline, The Washington Examiner, The Blaze, Entertainment Weekly, BuzzFeed, The Huffington Post, and on Fox News, CNN, MSNBC, CNBC, Bloomberg, and other media outlets. Matthew's website: www.Inspire.buzz Faith and Film Special Edition in Washington Times: CLICK TO ACCESS. Theology of Business is the show that helps marketplace Christians to partner with God in business to transform the marketplace and make an impact in eternity. If you want to learn more about how to do business for the glory of God, this show is for you. This is a podcast by Christian business leaders for Christian business leaders. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.TheologyofBusiness.com

Sep 1, 2016 • 30min
Leading when You’re not in Charge (w/ Mike Bonem, Author of Thriving in the Second Chair)
What are the keys to thriving in the second chair? Mike Bonem has served as an executive pastor, a senior manager with McKinsey & Company, one of the world's leading management consulting firms, and in senior leadership roles in two environmental service companies. He is the author or co-author of three books: In Pursuit of Great and Godly Leadership: Tapping the Wisdom of the World for the Kingdom of God (Jossey-Bass, 2012); Leading from the Second Chair: Serving Your Church, Fulfilling Your Role, and Realizing Your Dreams (Jossey-Bass, 2005); and Leading Congregational Change: A Practical Guide for the Transformational Journey (Jossey-Bass, 2000). www.MikeBonem.com Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com

Aug 30, 2016 • 13min
Is Competition in Business Christ-Like?
Would a disciple-making approach to business tend to make a company more or less successful than a company that primarily uses a competitive approach? (Comment at TheologyofBusiness.com) Register for the Faith@Work Summit at www.FWSummit.org. Theology of Business is the show that helps marketplace Christians to partner with God in business to transform the marketplace and make an impact in eternity. If you want to learn more about how to do business for the glory of God, this show is for you. This is a podcast by Christian business leaders for Christian business leaders. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.TheologyofBusiness.com

Aug 16, 2016 • 25min
Using Business to Fund Global Missions (w/ Simon Lee, Founder of EIS Office Solutions)
Learn about a multi-million dollar company that is donating 50% of its profits to charities. Simon Lee is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, speaker, and author. He founded EIS Office Solutions, Inc. in August 2004 with one specific goal: to donate 50% of the company's profit to support organizations focused on education, fighting the cycle of poverty, and sharing the love of Christ. Today, EIS Office Solutions, a multi-million company with thirty-eight warehouse distribution centers located around the United States, offers support to eight charities, locally and worldwide. Simon tells the story of EIS Office Solutions in his book, "One Company Under God." www.eisoffice.net Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com

Aug 16, 2016 • 32min
The Power of Christian Mentors in Business (w/ Clay Clark)
How important is it to choose mentors who share your values and worldview? (Comment at www.TheologyofBusiness.com) Clay Clark is a former U.S. SBA Entrepreneur of the Year for Oklahoma, the founder of Thrive15.com, the owner of 9 businesses, the father of 5 kids and the owner of 38 chickens and 6 ducks. www.thrive15.com Theology of Business is the show that helps marketplace Christians to partner with God in business to transform the marketplace and make an impact in eternity. If you want to learn more about how to do business for the glory of God, this show is for you. This is a podcast by Christian business leaders for Christian business leaders. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.TheologyofBusiness.com

Jul 28, 2016 • 28min
Doing Business as Ministry (w/ Brett Snodgrass, Founder & CEO of Simple Wholesaling)
If you were not a Christian, what would be different about your business? Brett Snodgrass is the founder and CEO of Simple Wholesaling, a real estate investment company that exists for the glory of God. As an investor, Brett has extensive experience in real estate, covering everything from land contracts, raw land deals, buy and hold investments, fix and flipping and of course, real estate wholesaling. Brett uses his business as a means to not only provide for his team and family but also as an incredible way to empower lives. Currently in the process of growing an extremely active online community, Brett's mission is to build the Kingdom of God through empowering real estate investors. www.SimpleWholesaling.com Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com

Jul 18, 2016 • 33min
How to Sell Without Selling Your Soul (w/ Bnonn Tennant)
How should our Christian faith influence the way we sell our products and services? (Comment at www.TheologyofBusiness.com) Bnonn Tennant is the author of Copywriting for Christians: How to Sell Without Selling Your Soul and the creator of "Learn Copywriting Backwards," a training program for solopreneurs. He lives in New Zealand where he is active in apologetics ministry when he isn't teaching businesses how to turn more visitors into customers. www.Bnonn.com Theology of Business is the show that helps marketplace Christians to partner with God in business to transform the marketplace and make an impact in eternity. If you want to learn more about how to do business for the glory of God, this show is for you. This is a podcast by Christian business leaders for Christian business leaders. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.TheologyofBusiness.com


