Christ Worker Ministries The Greater Work

Is your company in financial trouble—or simply going through a difficult season? In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, Sean Gibson explores the Red Flags at Work that may signal deeper organizational and financial instability, including hiring freezes, poor communication, key employees leaving, repeated layoffs and restructuring, shrinking budgets, declining business, and cash flow concerns...

Are you being managed out of your job without anyone telling you? In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, Sean Gibson explores five workplace red flags that may indicate leadership is quietly pushing you toward the door—from being excluded from meetings and decisions to sudden changes in feedback, management support, expectations, and performance documentation. But recognizing the red flags a...

Are companies really hiring the most talented candidate—or are they looking for a specific type? In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, Sean Gibson explores red flags in the hiring process and how personality assessments, behavioral profiles, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), artificial intelligence, age, and corporate culture can influence who gets hired—and who gets overlooked. These workp...

Are flashy office perks, inspiring mission statements, and "people-first" slogans always a sign of a healthy workplace? In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, Sean Gibson uncovers the hidden reality behind Avoidant Initiatives—when organizations focus on appearances instead of addressing the real issues affecting employees. Learn how to recognize workplace red flags such as office peacocking...

Not every difficult workplace is one you should avoid—but not every opportunity is one you should accept. In Part 2 of the Red Flags at Work series on The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson explores how Christians can use biblical wisdom and practical discernment to identify interview red flags, evaluate company culture, and make career decisions that honor God. Discover the warning signs to w...

Have you ever sensed that something wasn't quite right at work—but couldn't explain why? In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, Sean Gibson explores how Christians can recognize workplace red flags without becoming cynical or reactive. Discover how the Holy Spirit, biblical discernment, and practical wisdom can help you navigate difficult workplace culture, leadership decisions, office polit...

What happens when you miss it… fail… or fall short on the path to God’s calling for your life and career? Failure is not the end of your story—it is often part of the process of becoming who God has called you to be. In this powerful episode of The Greater Work Podcast, Sean Gibson continues the Stop Filling Old Shoes series by addressing one of the most overlooked realities of Christian vocation...

Are you afraid to step into a new career or calling because you are unsure how your financial needs will be met? In this compelling episode of The Greater Work Podcast, Sean Gibson continues the powerful Stop Filling Old Shoes series by exploring the biblical process of leaving one career path and aligning with God’s greater purpose for your life. Many believers sense God calling them into somethi...

Could God be preparing you for a career and calling far greater than the one you are currently living? In this powerful continuation of the Stop Filling Old Shoes series on The Greater Work Podcast, Sean Gibson explores how God transformed ordinary working people into world-changing leaders for His Kingdom. From fishermen to fishers of men, the Disciples of Jesus experienced radical career transit...

What if the career path you’re chasing is not the one God ultimately designed for you? The moment we surrender our lives to Jesus Christ, everything changes—including our ambitions, goals, and professional direction. As followers of Christ, we are no longer called to build our lives around personal success alone, but around God’s purpose and calling for our future. Join Sean Gibson in the transfor...

Are you pursuing God’s calling for your career… or simply trying to fill someone else’s shoes? Have you felt pressured to follow a family tradition, take over a business, pursue ministry, or live up to the expectations of others—even when your heart longed for something different? In the powerful podcast series Stop Filling Old Shoes on The Greater Work Podcast, Sean Gibson explores the life of “T...

What if the true measure of success in your career wasn’t just what you accomplish—but who you become? In this powerful final episode of The Greater Work Podcast series, Sean Gibson brings his book, The Holy Spirit at Work, to life by exploring what it means to bear the Fruit of the Spirit in your workplace—not just in theory, but in real, everyday professional environments. From boardrooms to hos...

What if the greatest transformation in your career didn’t come from improving your performance—but from the Holy Spirit shaping your character? In Episode 3 of The Greater Work Podcast, Sean Gibson continues the journey through his new book, The Holy Spirit at Work, diving into one of the most defining aspects of a Spirit-led career: how the Holy Spirit develops your character and gives you courag...

What if your next big decision at work didn’t rely on pressure, experience, or guesswork—but on the guidance of the Holy Spirit? In Episode 2 of The Greater Work Podcast, Sean Gibson continues unpacking powerful insights from his new book, The Holy Spirit at Work, focusing on what it truly means to invite the Holy Spirit into your decisions and influence at work. Building on Chapters 4 and 5, this...

What if the biggest thing missing from your workday… isn't skill, strategy, or effort—but the active partnership with the Holy Spirit? In this powerful first episode of The Greater Work Podcast, Sean Gibson introduces a transformative concept from his new book, The Holy Spirit at Work: many believers are unintentionally living with functional independence from the Holy Spirit in their careers. Dra...

In this special episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson encourages Christian high school seniors to finish strong and avoid “senioritis.” Based on Chapter 11 of Your Next Big Step: The Complete Manual for Christian Parents and Students Preparing for College, Sean shares faith-centered guidance on honoring God through diligence, maintaining focus, and completing high school with excel...

In this special episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson addresses a question many Christian students face: “What if I choose the wrong major?” Based on Chapter 10 of Your Next Big Step: The Complete Manual for Christian Parents and Students Preparing for College, Sean explains how changing your major can be a faith-centered, strategic step toward God’s calling, helping students make...

In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson shares strategies for Christian students visiting prospective colleges. Based on Chapter 9 of Your Next Big Step: The Complete Manual for Christian Parents and Students Preparing for College, Sean explains how to make campus visits meaningful, ask the right questions, and discern the best environment for academic, personal, and spiritua...

In this special episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson explains how Christian students can navigate the different types of post–high school institutions. Based on Chapter 8 of Your Next Big Step: The Complete Manual for Christian Parents and Students Preparing for College, this episode provides clarity on academic recognition, school size, educational philosophy, and career-focused...

In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson explores practical and faith-based strategies for paying for college. Based on Chapter 7 of Your Next Big Step: The Complete Manual for Christian Parents and Students Preparing for College, this episode teaches Christian students and parents how to plan wisely using savings, scholarships, work, and responsible borrowing—all while trusti...

In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson discusses how high school students can earn college credit early through advanced classes and dual enrollment. Based on Chapter 6 of Your Next Big Step: The Complete Manual for Christian Parents and Students Preparing for College, this episode shares practical college prep strategies that help students save time, reduce tuition costs, a...

In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson explains how high school volunteer hours can shape character, leadership, and college readiness for Christian students. Based on Chapter 5 of Your Next Big Step: The Complete Manual for Christian Parents and Students Preparing for College, this episode shares practical strategies for meaningful service, building strong college applicati...

In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson discusses how Christian students can prepare strategically for standardized tests like the SAT and ACT. Based on Chapter 4 of Your Next Big Step: The Complete Manual for Christian Parents and Students Preparing for College, this episode shares practical college prep strategies, study planning tips, and how testing can help open doors to...

In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson discusses the power of mentorship for Christian students preparing for college and their future careers. Based on Chapter 3 of Your Next Big Step: The Complete Manual for Christian Parents and Students Preparing for College, this episode explains how choosing the right academic and career mentors can provide wisdom, direction, and spiri...

In this special episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson explores how career aptitude tests can help Christian students discover how God designed them before choosing a college major or career path. Based on Chapter 2 of Your Next Big Step: The Complete Manual for Christian Parents and Students Preparing for College, this episode explains how personality and career assessments can gui...