FCCI Pathway to Purpose Podcast

You can hear the emotion in Peter's voice as he recalls that moment when the son of one of his employees came to him to thank him for providing life-changing services that had altered the direction of his dad's life.  I have to agree with Peter, I can't imagine a greater outcome as the CEO of a company.  That's eternal ROI as Peter will explain in this episode.On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast delivers part two of a series with Peter Freissle, CEO of Polydeck Screen Corporation (Spartanburg, NC). Having developed his company into a very successful, multimillion-dollar corporation with over 375 employees in the United States and Latin America, Peter’s philosophy to “care for people in a way that honors God,” is at the forefront of all of his endeavors.Watch this episode on YouTube HERE.Register soon for the FCCI International Conference 2024.Visit the FCCI website to learn more about leadership content, events, conferences, and the free CONNECT app for the Christian business leader community.

What might it take for God to get your attention?  How about bullets spraying through your car from a machine gun...and yet, you walk away unscathed?  That's a testimony you'll hear about on this episode, but everyone's journey is unique and God brings circumstances into our lives to guide and direct us into His divine calling for our lives.On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast launches a new series with Peter Freissle, CEO of Polydeck Screen Corporation (Spartanburg, NC). Having developed his company into a very successful, multimillion-dollar corporation with over 375 employees in the United States and Latin America, Peter’s philosophy to “care for people in a way that honors God,” is at the forefront of all of his endeavors. Watch this episode on YouTube HERE.Register soon for the FCCI International Conference 2024.Visit the FCCI website to learn more about leadership content, events, conferences, and the free CONNECT app for the Christian business leader community.

Life now is preparation for eternity…and Rick Warren reminds us that we have the example of Jesus' temptations and how he overcame because His eyes were fixed on eternal values and eternal purpose.On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast continues with part 2 of a series with world renowned pastor and author, Rick Warren.  Building from the foundational concepts of his best selling book, "The Purpose-Driven Life" Rick provides a clear understanding of the 3 biggest challenges that you can overcome to bring God much glory...OR find those challenges to be significant tripping points in your leadership journey.Watch this episode on YouTube HERE.Register soon for the FCCI International Conference 2024.Visit the FCCI website to learn more about leadership content, events, conferences, and the free CONNECT app for the Christian business leader community.

You were made by God and for God - and your life will make so much more sense when you apply that basic principle in all arenas…especially in your business practice.  Here at FCCI, we are committed to coming alongside Christian business owners and leaders to inspire and equip transformational leadership activity that will advance the Kingdom through business.On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast launches a new series with world renowned pastor and author, Rick Warren.  Building from the foundational concepts of his best selling book, "The Purpose-Driven Life" Rick provides a clear understanding of the 3 biggest challenges that you can overcome to bring God much glory...OR find those challenges to be significant tripping points in your leadership journey.Watch this episode on YouTube HERE.Register soon for the FCCI International Conference 2024.Visit the FCCI website to learn more about leadership content, events, conferences, and the free CONNECT app for the Christian business leader community.

How do you differentiate yourself as a business that is operated for Kingdom oriented goals from one that isn't?  How will your business actively engage in KPI's with eternal consequence - the Kingdom Performance Indicators - which may reflect the same work effort but be transformative due to your motivation, your "why"?On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast provides the final episode of this series from Dr. Tony Evans.   Dr. Tony Evans is one of the country’s most respected leaders in evangelical circles. As a pastor, teacher, author and speaker, he serves the body of Christ through his unique ability to communicate complex theological truths through simple, yet profound, illustrations. While addressing the practical issues of today, Dr. Evans is known as a relevant expositor.Watch this episode on YouTube HERE.Register soon for the FCCI International Conference 2024.Visit the FCCI website to learn more about leadership content, events, conferences, and the free CONNECT app for the Christian business leader community.

Divinely orchestrated goals achieved by divinely authorized means.   The methodology that goes to reach the goal should be as godly as the goal you're trying to reach.  God wants to be Lord over both means and ends…and as Tony has reminded us, that's how we are salt and light in our world today.On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast spins up the second of 3 episodes from Dr. Tony Evans.   Dr. Tony Evans is one of the country’s most respected leaders in evangelical circles. As a pastor, teacher, author and speaker, he serves the body of Christ through his unique ability to communicate complex theological truths through simple, yet profound, illustrations. While addressing the practical issues of today, Dr. Evans is known as a relevant expositor. Watch this episode on YouTube HERE.Register soon for the FCCI International Conference 2024.Visit the FCCI website to learn more about leadership content, events, conferences, and the free CONNECT app for the Christian business leader community.

Are you worth your salt?  This episode provides a powerful encouragement for Christian leaders to carefully examine motivations and business orientation to confirm whether there is alignment with redemptive purposes for the sake of Christ and His Kingdom (and a reminder of the etymology of the phrase "he isn't worth his salt").On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast spins up the first of 3 episodes from Dr. Tony Evans.   Dr. Tony Evans is one of the country’s most respected leaders in evangelical circles. As a pastor, teacher, author and speaker, he serves the body of Christ through his unique ability to communicate complex theological truths through simple, yet profound, illustrations. While addressing the practical issues of today, Dr. Evans is known as a relevant expositor. New and veteran pastors alike regard him as a pastor of pastors and a father in the faith.Watch this episode on YouTube HERE.Register soon for the FCCI International Conference 2024.Visit the FCCI website to learn more about leadership content, events, conferences, and the free CONNECT app for the Christian business leader community.

Pruning, none of us really enjoy the process of pruning but as Chris will point out in this podcast episode - it is often through the pruning experience that we learn to surrender everything to God and trust Him for both the provision in this moment and for the future outcome.  On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast serves up a message from Chris Carneal,  the founder of Booster and Virtue Village in Atlanta.  He delivered this message at the FCCI International Conference in 2022 and his explanation of the profound biblical truth surrounding work, worship, and our life's calling…will encourage and challenge you.  Chris will share about his personal struggles in business and how God miraculously met his needs during the extreme challenges of the Covid shutdown season.Watch this episode on YouTube HERE.Register soon for the FCCI International Conference 2024.Visit the FCCI website to learn more about leadership content, events, conferences, and the free CONNECT app for the Christian business leader community.

"Folks, sometimes your faith is going to have to take other people to a place of faith...you've got to believe so much in your God that other people decide to give your God a chance."On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast is delivering a message from Dr. Richard Blackaby (President, Blackaby Ministries) on the topic of speaking empowering words.  Richard delivers a compelling story from the life of his father, Henry Blackaby.  Henry was devoted to communicating God's Truth in all circumstances and guiding others to experience the love of God in their lives.Watch this episode on YouTube HERE.Register soon for the FCCI International Conference 2024...Richard Blackaby will be speaking at the conference.Visit the FCCI website to learn more about leadership content, events, conferences, and the free CONNECT app for the Christian business leader community.

"Elijah wasn't just saying, "do this".  He was saying, "let me show you how to do this...I'm not going to talk to you about the power of God, I'm going to show you the power of God...and then you'll know!"  I've found that great leadership is caught more than it's taught...to show them what it looks like to be a great leader."On this episode, Ken Powell, host of FCCI's Pathway to Purpose podcast is continuing with part two of a message from Dr. Richard Blackaby (President, Blackaby Ministries) on the topic of mentoring next generation leaders.  Richard delivers a compelling story from the life of Elijah, as we come face to face with Elijah's struggle to find the motivation and overcome the obstacles to mentor others.Watch this episode on YouTube HERE.Register soon for the FCCI International Conference 2024...Richard Blackaby will be speaking at the conference.Visit the FCCI website to learn more about leadership content, events, conferences, and the free CONNECT app for the Christian business leader community.