Join Chris Granger, the host of the Lion Within Us Podcast, as he shares the inspiring journey behind his podcast and the online community he has built for Christian men. Discover how Chris's calling from God led him to create a space where men can grow in health, wealth, and self-improvement, becoming better husbands, fathers, and leaders. Dive into the challenges men face, such as pornography, anger management, and financial difficulties, and explore how the Lion's Den community fosters vulnerability, mentorship, and authentic connections. Get ready to be empowered and held accountable on yo ..read more

In this extraordinary episode of Marketplace Ministry, the Mindset Answer Man himself, Cliff Ravenscraft, leads me through a life-altering coaching session. As we delve into our second coaching experience, Cliff's poignant question, "Have you ever coached anyone?" unveils a profound truth—I am already a coach. In this gripping recording, generously shared by Cliff himself, witness the power of a single revelation that propels me towards personal growth and empowers my family and business. Don't miss this transformative episode where faith, entrepreneurship, and self-realization converge, guidi ..read more

In this episode, we'll be discussing the power of regret and how it can be used to move us forward. We'll start by discussing the concept of regret and how it can be a powerful motivator. According to Daniel Pink's book "The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward," regret can be a powerful force for change. By looking back at our past mistakes and learning from them, we can make better decisions in the present and future. Pick up a copy of The Power of Regret on Amazon Text your comments and questions at 502-833-6136. Follow the show on the socials: Twitter: @jmsmith8094 Faceb ..read more

In this episode, we'll be discussing the lessons that I learned about myself over the past few months. These lessons cover a wide range of topics, from what motivates me to how I respond to internal and external expectations to how I can lose focus on the spiritual nature and drift into survival mode. First, we'll be discussing the lesson I learned about motivation, which was drawn from the book "Drive" by Daniel Pink. Next, we'll be exploring my tendency to respond to internal and external expectations, as outlined in Gretchen Rubin's book "The Four Tendencies." We'll also be delving into the ..read more

Looking for a better approach to time management? Look no further than the book Procrastinate on Purpose: 5 Permissions to Multiply Your Time by Rory Vaden. According to Vaden, these five permissions will help you multiply your time so you can make the most of each day. The Bible tells us in Ephesians 5:15-16 to "walk circumspectly, redeeming the time, because the days are evil." This verse reminds us that our time is limited and valuable, and we should strive to use it wisely. Let's explore the concept of procrastinating on purpose and how it can help you make the most of your time. Pick up y ..read more

Where do dreams come from, what do they mean, and how do they impact your life? I'll be answering those questions on this episode of Marketplace Ministry. Our foundational scripture for this episode is Joel 2:28 which says, "And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit on all flesh; your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, and your young men shall see visions." Text your comments and questions at 502-833-6136. Follow the show on the socials: Twitter: @jmsmith8094 Facebook - @marketplaceministrypodcast Instagram - @marketplaceministry ..read more

In this episode, we'll be discussing all things finance - personal finance, business finance, budgeting, and more. First up, we'll be covering personal finance according to Dave Ramsey's framework. Dave Ramsey is a well-known personal finance expert and the creator of Financial Peace University. His framework, known as the "Baby Steps," has helped millions of people get their money in order and achieve financial peace. In the second half of the show, we'll be shifting our focus to business finance. We'll be discussing Mike Michalowicz's Profit First Framework, which is a system for managing th ..read more

Ready to have your best year ever? If so, this episode is a great place to start. Find out the importance of goal setting and how to set SMART goals to help you achieve success in 2023. Before we get into what it means to set SMART goals, let's talk about those things we need to start, stop, do more of, or do less of in order to reach our goals. I share some of the things I'm committing to stop doing, start doing, do more of, and do less of in 2023 so I can have a better chance of achieving my goals this year. After that, I'll dive into what it means to set SMART goals. SMART stands for Specif ..read more

Last time, we began our study of Deuteronomy 28:15-68 by examining the six types of curses that exist in the world. These curses exist because of original sin; you don't have to do anything to be cursed except being born. This week, we'll pick up where we left off with the next three types of curses: natural disasters, desperation, and loss. If you're anything like me, you may have started your business on-fire for God but then through operating your business, you've fallen away from including God in your business. If that's you, chances are the Five-Fold Attitudes of Business are out of balan ..read more

Is your business cursed? Here's how to tell. The Bible is very clear about what happens when we position ourselves outside the covenant of God. In Deuteronomy 28:15-68 is a list of all the curses that befall a person who is not in a covenantal relationship with God. There are six categories of curses found in this passage of scripture, and in this episode we will discuss the first three categories of curses: oppression/slavery, illness, and failure. Are you a Kingdom-Minded Entrepreneur who is looking for a community of like-minded believers? If so, the Kingdom-Minded Entrepreneur Mastermind i ..read more