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Why heaven being on earth matters so much to your work, how to not sacrifice the way of Jesus for the mission of Jesus, and where Skye sees himself professionally in five million years.--Pre-order The Sacredness of Secular Work today and you could win an epic trip for two to celebrate the sacredness of your “secular” work in a castle, vineyard, cathedral, and more! Entering to win is simple: Step 1: Pre-order the book on Amazon or one of these other retailers Step 2: Fill out this formNO PURCHASE NECESSARY. US Residents, 18+. Visit jordanraynor.com for full rules, entry steps (incl alternate entry), prize details, odds & other info. Void where prohibited.--Links Mentioned:Skye JethaniSkye Jethani on LinkedInSkye Jethani on XSkye Jethani on InstagramSkye Jethani on YouTubeHoly Post MediaFuturevilleWhat If Jesus Was Serious About Heaven?Episode 166: Skye Jethani (Co-host of the Holy Post Podcast)The Sacredness of Secular WorkWheaton CollegeGenesis 1Revelation 222 Peter 3Genesis 3Scot McKnight on XWayne GrudemMatthew 7Trinity Evangelical Divinity SchoolPhantastesJohn WaltonIsaiah 65Isaiah 60How Far to the Promised LandBen Sasse on InstagramContact JordanJordan Raynor

Gary Chapman, author of The 5 Love Languages, discusses the popularity of his book franchise, the importance of appreciation in the workplace, and the impact of Christians showing appreciation. He emphasizes the significance of treating others as if they were Jesus himself.

How Jesus-like mentors “show you what life can be like,” what Maina learned about discerning calling from CBS’s James Brown, and why you should serve at the worst times of life.Links Mentioned:Maina MwauraMaina Mwaura on FacebookThe Influential MentorHow to Know a PersonThe Ethics & Religious Liberty CommissionUrban FaithGrace SnellvilleJames BrownMark BattersonPlease, Sorry, ThanksThe Coupon Mom's Guide to Cutting Your Grocery Bills in HalfKing: A LifeDavid Brooks on XTrillion Dollar CoachJordan Raynor

Why Benay is convinced that God has called her into the dark alcohol industry, why a biblical theology of heaven inevitably leads to Anti-Bucket Lists, and how thinking of work as rehearsing for eternity takes the pressure off of today.Links Mentioned:Benay Shannon on LinkedInBenay Shannon on InstagramRestless SpiritsThe Sacredness of Secular Work: 4 Ways Your Job Matters for Eternity (Even When You're Not Sharing the Gospel)The Prodigal GodTimothy KellerTeena Dare (Waitress + Host of the Faith, Work & Rest Podcast)Jordan Raynor

How the fact that “prayers never expire” changes how Mignon works, the impact Sabbath has had on her business and team, and how God took her business from $5 to $10M in sales.Links Mentioned:Mignon FrancoisMignon Francois on InstagramMignon Francois on LinkedInMignon Francois on YouTubeMignon Francois on FacebookMignon Francois on XThe Cupcake CollectionMade from ScratchEpisode: Mignon Francois (Founder of The Cupcake Collection)The Sacredness of Secular WorkBusiness Made SimpleThe Success PrinciplesThe Circle MakerCalled to CreateJordan Raynor

Why you should consider NOT leading with your why, how and why God calls us to make counter-strategic moves at work, and how Jesus’s example leads us to push back against worldly wisdom about delegation.Links Mentioned:Philip Klayman on LinkedInPhilip Klayman on XThree Tree Coffee RoastersCoffee & PodcastJeff Heck of Monday Night BrewingThe Will of God as a Way of LifeTim KellerTheology of Work CommentaryFair Trade USAEvidence Not SeenThe Tale of Three TreesMark RichtJordan Raynor

The significance of Scripture calling government officials “ministers,” how the fruit of the Spirit outed Jim as a Christian on the police force, and what a California jury proceeding can teach you about the veracity of the resurrection.Links Mentioned:J. Warner Wallace on XJ. Warner Wallace on InstagramJ. Warner Wallace on ThreadsJ. Warner Wallace on IMDBCold-Case ChristianityCold-Case ChristianityFocus on the FamilyThe Lord of the RingsRomans 131 Peter 2BonhoefferThe Sacredness of Secular WorkIsaiah 65Genesis 1The Problem of PainNancy PearceyTimothy KellerKeith Morrison on IMDBContact JordanJordan Raynor

How to deliver radical candor in a distinctly Christ-like way, the power of pursuing visions that will never be achieved, and how to lean into the hard parts of your story for God’s greater glory.Links Mentioned:Dr. Monique Perry-Graves on LinkedInLights & Lessons NewsletterTeach for AmericaChristy Adams on the Mere Christians PodcastNo Rules RulesRadical CandorThe Infinite GameRedeeming Your Time100 Days of Believing BiggerNot a BoxWhat Do You Do With an Idea?Hidden PotentialJordan Raynor

Why some Christians need less Bible study and more Bible doing, how to translate Jesus in today’s post-Christian culture, and how to avoid making co-workers feel like “salvation projects.”Links Mentioned:Shauna PilgreenShauna Pilgreen on LinkedInShauna Pilgreen on XShauna Pilgreen on InstagramTranslating Jesus: How to Share Your Faith in Language Today's Culture Can UnderstandAlphaBasic ChristianityMere Discipleship: Growing in Wisdom and HopeMadeleine L'Engle on AmazonHe Restores My Soul: A Forty-Day Journey Toward Personal RenewalThe Sacredness of Secular Work: 4 Ways Your Job Matters for Eternity (Even When You're Not Sharing the Gospel)Jordan Raynor

Why Kevin quit his job as a pastor SO THAT he could better minister to people through his work, how NOT being explicit about his faith has led to more conversations about faith than most people ever have, and 3 things you can do to bless the most pained workers in our culture.Links Mentioned:Kevin Finch on LinkedInKevin Finch on XKevin Finch on InstagramBig TableStart with Why‘How to care while eating and sleeping’‘Highest-Paying Careers’Eugene H. PetersonActs 2IsaiahRocket FuelCuesEssentials of Classic Italian CookingSandra McCracken‘Request unexpected 20s’Contact JordanJordan Raynor