In life, sometimes, the path that follows the spirit of God may not always seem clear or make immediate sense. It's like walking in the dark with a small lantern, where we can only see a few steps ahead. However, caring and following the spirit of God, even when it doesn't make sense, is a journey of faith and trust. It means believing that God's plans are greater than our understanding and that His love and guidance will lead us to a purposeful and fulfilling life.

In this episode of The His and Her Money Show, we are joined by Jordan Raynor, a podcaster, influencer, preacher, and the author of the book The Sacredness of Secular Work, to talk about seeing our work through the lens of eternity.

Jordan talks about how all good work matters to God, not just explicit spiritual work. He discusses debunking the myth that only church work is sacred and explains the First Commission versus the Great Commission when it comes to our work. Jordan also shares how understanding the sacredness of our work can transform our perspective, infuse our jobs with meaning and purpose, help us find freedom and joy in our work, and open up more opportunities to make disciples.

What You Will Learn:

• How all our work matters to God, not just the spiritual aspects
• Every moment of our lives can matter for eternity
• Debunking the myth that only church work is sacred
• God's First Commission to create culture versus the Great Commission
• How to cultivate gratitude and purpose in jobs you may not enjoy
• Gaining freedom to enjoy work, knowing it has eternal significance
• Practices for making your work matter more
• The opportunity to make more disciples by embracing this mindset

Resources Mentioned:

• Jordan's book: The Sacredness of Secular Work

Connect with Jordan Raynor:

• Website: https://www.jordanraynor.com
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JordanRaynor
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jordanraynor/

In this empowering episode of The His and Her Money Show, hosts Talaat and Tai have an inspiring conversation with pastor, author, and influencer Paul Daugherty. Paul is the lead pastor of Victory Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma, which was founded by his parents in 1981. He took over leadership of the church in 2014 after the sudden passing of his father.

In addition to pastoring Victory Church, Paul is also a popular podcaster and author. His new book "Mind Games: Winning the Battle in Your Mind" shares his powerful story of overcoming depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, and more after becoming a young widow and unexpectedly taking the helm of his family's influential ministry. Through biblical lessons, personal stories, and practical insights, "Mind Games" provides a blueprint for readers to gain victory over the debilitating mind games that hold so many people back from living a purposeful and fulfilling life.

In this episode, Paul opens up about his mental health battles and how he was able to turn the corner through faith, counseling, trusting his loved ones, and the realization that the “master key” to victory was within him all along through Christ. He also shares wisdom on avoiding the mind games of comparison and jealousy, pursuing spiritual health alongside mental health, involving your spouse in your journey, and finding true success through obedience to God's calling.

Key Takeaways:

• Paul shares his personal story of dealing with depression, suicidal thoughts, and anxiety after the sudden passing of his father and taking on leadership of his family's church at a young age.
• He explains how an encounter at his church helped him realize he had the "master key" to victory in Christ all along. This shifted his mindset and enabled him to start overcoming his inner battles.
• Paul stresses the importance of inviting your spouse into your mental health journey and getting counseling if needed. He apologized to his wife for not properly including her in his grief early in their marriage.
• To avoid falling into the mind game of comparison, Paul had to repent to his pastor friend Mike Todd for being jealous of Mike's viral success.
• Paul emphasizes focusing on your growth and purpose, not someone else's success. A kingdom win for one person is a win for all.
• Benefits of pursuing mental health: More peace, joy, better sleep, less need for others' approval. The real success is obedience to what God called you to do.
• In the book "Mind Games", Paul shares personal stories and reflections, Bible passages, and counseling insights to help people gain victory over various mind games like depression, anxiety, jealousy, inadequacy, and more.

• Get Paul Daugherty's book "Mind Games": https://amzn.to/4aZJfO3

Connect with Paul:

• Website: https://www.pauldaugherty.org
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pauldaugherty/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pauldaughertyministries
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/pauldaughert

What does it truly mean to practice our faith? Beyond just showing up to church, are we embracing the lifestyle Jesus modeled? In our busy and materialistic world, the ancient ways of Jesus can seem impractical or even radical. However, committing to these countercultural habits allows God to transform our hearts and empower us to live out our calling.

In this episode of The His and Her Money Show, we are joined by John Mark Comer, pastor and bestselling author of Practicing the Way, to explore the obstacles and solutions to authentically following Jesus day to day.

John Mark shares his personal journey with spiritual formation and offers practical guidance through his “Rule of Life” framework. By setting goals to be with Jesus, become like him, and do as he did, we can reconnect to a vibrant faith. Comer explains how disciplines of solitude, community, simplicity, and Sabbath create space for God to change us from the inside out.

Tune in to learn the differences between being a disciple and just a Christian, why Jesus' teachings seem upside-down in our culture, how our habits and relationships profoundly shape us, the power of believing new stories, and more. Discover timeless wisdom for practicing the presence of Jesus and living out your purpose.

What You Will Learn:

• The difference between being a disciple of Jesus versus just a Christian
• Why Jesus' teachings on money and possessions sound crazy to our culture
• How to create space to hear God's voice through silence, solitude, and deep relationships
• Why we must adopt countercultural habits, community, and stories to follow Jesus
• A practical "Rule of Life" for apprenticing under Jesus
• John Mark's personal transformation through practicing spiritual disciplines

Resources Mentioned:

• The book: Practicing the Way by John Mark Comer

Connect with John Mark Comer:

• Website: johnmarkcomer.com
• Instagram: instagram.com/johnmarkcomer

In the hustle and bustle of daily life, many find themselves trapped in the shackles of financial strain, struggling to make ends meet and facing the daunting prospect of living paycheck to paycheck. This predicament can feel like an inescapable cycle, but there is hope for a brighter future through financial liberation. Financial liberation is not just about having more money; it's a mindset and a set of strategies that empower individuals to break free from the chains of broke living. 

This journey involves understanding personal finances, making wise choices with money, and taking deliberate steps toward building a stable and secure financial foundation. By embracing the principles of financial liberation, individuals can pave the way for a life that is not only free from constant financial worry but also filled with opportunities for growth and prosperity. In this episode of The His and Her Money Show, we are joined by George Kamel, a financial expert who helps people spend less and save more, and the author of the book, Breaking Free From Broke, to share his journey from broke to a millionaire in a decade.

George shares how he overcame the frustration that came with following the American Dream of ‘going to school and getting a good job,’ what made him realize that the dream is a scam and start his debt-free journey, and the two ways people can use to accomplish their financial goals. George also talks about the internal work you must do before starting your financial freedom journey, the conversations he had to make with his spouse to make the dream of financial freedom a reality, and how it feels to be debt-free. Tune in to learn more!

What You Will Learn:

• How George overcame the frustration that came with following the American Dream of ‘going to school and getting a good job’
• What made George realize that the dream is a scam and start his debt-free journey
• The internal work that you have to do before starting your debt freedom journey
• The two ways to accomplish your financial goals
• Ways to handle the social aspect during the journey of hustling hard
• Motivation tips for people starting their journey towards financial freedom
• The conversations that George had to make with his spouse to make the dream of financial freedom a reality
• The dichotomy of renting and home buying
• The journey from broke to a millionaire in a decade
• What it feels to become debt-free
• Why legacy should be a great motivation for breaking free from broke
• What you will find in the pages of the book Breaking Free From Broke

Resources Mentioned:

• The book: Breaking Free From Broke
• (FREE) Debt Freedom Blueprint
• Facebook Side Hustle Course

Connect with George Kamel:

• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@georgekamel
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgekamel/?hl=en
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/georgekamel?lang=en

Embarking on the path toward realizing our dreams is a journey laden with uncertainties and challenges. In this quest, goals stand as the guiding stars that illuminate our way through the darkness of uncertainty. Like a roadmap leading to the destination of our dreams, goals play an indispensable role in shaping our efforts and channeling our energies. They serve as the foundation upon which we build the steps towards our aspirations, providing a clear direction and purpose to our endeavors. 

Without a defined goal, the journey becomes akin to sailing without a compass, leaving us adrift in a sea of possibilities without a destination. Therefore, understanding the pivotal role of goals in our pursuit of dreams unravels the key to unlocking success in the pursuit of any ambition.

In the playbook of every dream-chaser, the significance of setting specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals cannot be overstated. These goals serve as milestones, marking our progress and offering tangible evidence of our journey's advancement. By breaking down our overarching dreams into smaller, manageable goals, we create a roadmap that transforms our aspirations from abstract desires into concrete, achievable steps. In this episode of The His and Her Money Show, we are joined by Jon Acuff, the CEO of Acuff Ideas, a keynote speaker and author, to talk about his new book, All It Takes Is a Goal.

Jon shares why it’s tough to dream big and match it with our work ethic, the real meaning of a goal, the importance of starting with a goal in our journey to making our dreams a reality, and what you can do when you work and achieve your goals but are still scared to lead. He also talks about what people get wrong in their attempts to create goals, how to incorporate your spouse in your journey to achieving your goals and dreams, and tips for maintaining motivation as you pursue your goals. Tune in to learn more!

What You Will Learn:

• Why it is tough to dream big and match it with your work ethic
• What you can do when you work and achieve your goals but are still scared to lead
• The real meaning of a goal
• The importance of starting with a goal in our journey to making our dreams a reality
• What people get wrong in their attempts to create goals
• The difference between excellence and perfectionism
• Tips for maintaining motivation as you pursue your goals
• How to incorporate your spouse in your journey to achieving your goals and dreams
• In pursuit of your dream is also in pursuit of avoiding a life full of regret
• The challenges that Jon had to overcome in his journey to becoming a great write

Resources Mentioned:

• The book, All It Takes Is a Goal
• (FREE) Debt Freedom Blueprint
• Crush My Mortgage Course

Connect with Jon Acuff:

• Website: https://jonacuff.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorjonacuff
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonacuff
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonacuff
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonacuff/