FCCI Pathway to Purpose Podcast

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What Would Jesus Do [if He were running your company]? Before that question from the book In His Steps became a cultural phenomenon, it stopped some business leaders in Atlanta, Georgia, USA dead in their tracks. The journey they began was soon joined by others. The Biblical principles and precepts they pursued and conclusions they came to gave rise to a global fellowship united by a vision that God can use businesses for His glory."To whom much is given, much is expected" What do you think God expects of company stewards, CEOs, business "owners?"

What Would Jesus Do [if He were running your company]? Before that question from the book In His Steps became a cultural phenomenon, it stopped some business leaders in Atlanta, Georgia, USA dead in their tracks. The journey they began was soon joined by others. The Biblical principles and precepts they pursued and conclusions they came to gave rise to a global fellowship united by a vision that God can use businesses for His glory."To whom much is given, much is expected" What do you think God expects of company stewards, CEOs, business "owners?"

What Would Jesus Do [if He were running your company]? Before that question from the book In His Steps became a cultural phenomenon, it stopped some business leaders in Atlanta, Georgia, USA dead in their tracks. The journey they began was soon joined by others. The Biblical principles and precepts they pursued and conclusions they came to gave rise to a global fellowship united by a vision that God can use businesses for His glory."To whom much is given, much is expected" What do you think God expects of company stewards, CEOs, business "owners?"

What Would Jesus Do [if He were running your company]? Before that question from the book In His Steps became a cultural phenomenon, it stopped some business leaders in Atlanta, Georgia, USA dead in their tracks. The journey they began was soon joined by others. The Biblical principles and precepts they pursued and conclusions they came to gave rise to a global fellowship united by a vision that God can use businesses for His glory."To whom much is given, much is expected" What do you think God expects of company stewards, CEOs, business "owners?"

Find out more about FCCI at https://fcci.orgWhat Would Jesus Do [if He were running your company]? Before that question from the book In His Steps became a cultural phenomenon, it stopped some business leaders in Atlanta, Georgia, USA dead in their tracks. The journey they began was soon joined by others. The Biblical principles and precepts they pursued and conclusions they came to gave rise to a global fellowship united by a vision that God can use businesses for His glory."To whom much is given, much is expected" What do you think God expects of company stewards, CEOs, business "owners?"

Find out more about FCCI at https://fcci.orgIn this thought-provoking episode of FCCI's foundational teaching "Leading a Company for Christ", Dr. Bruce Wilkinson delves into the foundational issues surrounding the purpose of business and work. He emphasizes that the key to addressing life's problems lies in striving for improvement rather than mere change. Dr. Wilkinson challenges the notion that being a Christian company is simply a matter of being more ethical or morally superior to non-Christian counterparts. Instead, he suggests that Christianity is about being different rather than better. He urges believers not to fall into the trap of trying to improve themselves through their own willpower but to embrace the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. The episode highlights the need to shift from a mindset of self-improvement to one of surrendering to God's power, allowing the Holy Spirit to work through individuals. Dr. Wilkinson draws parallels between personal Christian growth and the approach to Christian business, urging listeners to reevaluate their beliefs and align their practices with the true essence of Christianity. The episode concludes by challenging believers to recognize that they have been bought by Christ and are called to live according to His will, relinquishing their own desires and following Him wholeheartedly. This insightful discussion serves as a call to embrace a radically different approach to business and personal spiritual growth, anchored in the power of God's transformative love and the surrendering of self.

Find out more about FCCI at https://fcci.orgIn this episode of FCCI's foundational teaching "Leading a Company for Christ", Dr. Bruce Wilkinson, the host, explores the purpose of work and its significance for both believers and non-believers. Dr. Wilkinson begins by emphasizing the unique challenges faced by CEOs and leaders who are Christians in their roles from Monday to Friday. The audience is asked to vote on various problems related to work, including lack of love for others, lack of obedience, lack of trust, pride, dedication, lust, covetousness, and purpose of work. It is revealed that the purpose of work is identified as the most critical problem.Dr. Wilkinson highlights the common perception among CEOs and business leaders, both Christian and non-Christian, that the purpose of business is to make a maximum profit. The audience is encouraged to examine their behavior and actions in the workplace to determine their true purpose. The discussion touches upon the concept of integrity and the struggle to align beliefs with actions.Dr. Wilkinson delves into the idea that Christians often struggle with the purpose of work and face a conflict between making a profit and maintaining integrity. The passage "No man can serve two masters" is examined, emphasizing the need to be careful with money and avoid being covetous. The episode concludes by stressing the need for believers to align their purpose of work with God's way and to prioritize serving God over financial gain.

Find out more about FCCI at https://fcci.orgIn this episode of FCCI's foundational teaching "Leading a Company for Christ", Dr. Bruce Wilkinson begins by discussing the lack of communication between Christians who lead companies and the church. He highlights that the majority of our lives, which take place from Monday to Friday, are not addressed or preached about in church sermons. Dr. Wilkinson uses an analogy of battling kudzu vines on a farm to illustrate how the devices of Satan can subtly take over without us even realizing it.The main idea conveyed is that Christians in the marketplace have lost a battle they didn't know they were fighting. The separation between church and business has caused Christianity to be confined within church walls, neglecting its presence in the marketplace. Dr. Wilkinson emphasizes that Jesus was frequently found in the marketplace, living out his faith outside the church.The episode highlights the need to think about what it means to be a Christian leading a company and how biblical principles can be applied in that context. It acknowledges that there are more questions than answers in this area, but the process of wrestling through these questions is valuable and important.Dr. Wilkinson also discusses the challenges of integrating faith into business and emphasizes that the deeper our commitment to Christ becomes, the harder it becomes. He shares personal examples and insights, mentioning the importance of recognizing that God's ways are different from man's ways. The podcast episode encourages listeners to understand that their expectations for a neat package of answers may not be met, but the process of exploring these topics together is valuable.The episode introduces four main areas of discussion: the problem, the philosophy, the priorities, and the plan. It emphasizes the need to start with understanding the why, the beliefs behind our actions, before focusing on the how and what. Dr. Wilkinson mentions biblical examples of leaders like Moses and David, whose lives became increasingly stressful as they grew older, and highlights that convictions are developed through testing.The podcast episode acknowledges that individuals are at different places spiritually, and the goal is to move toward Christlikeness, regardless of one's current position on the spiritual journey. It emphasizes the importance of aligning beliefs and behavior, as changing beliefs leads to lasting behavioral change.Overall, this podcast episode aims to provoke thought and discussion about the intersection of faith and business, encouraging Christians to consider how they can apply biblical principles in their roles as leaders in the marketplace.