The Shepherd at Work

What happens when spiritual warfare shows up in the marketplace—and you don’t yet have language for it? This episode is a must-listen. Krystal sits down with Bristan Heaven, President of the Central Florida Christian Chamber of Commerce, Kingdom-driven leader, and trusted friend, for a conversation that pulls back the curtain on spiritual warfare in business, discernment, and the subtle ways darkn...

Some leaders grow through strategy. Others are forged through fire. In this compelling episode of The Shepherd at Work, Krystal sits down with LaDondra Hervey—President of the Texas Christian Chamber of Commerce, growth consultant, award-winning author, and encourager of leaders—to talk about what happens when faith meets adversity head-on. LaDondra’s story is one of perseverance, identity, and un...

Walking with God doesn’t mean avoiding hardship. It means learning how to stand back up—anchored, refined, and still favored. In this meaningful episode, Krystal sits down with John Harris, co-owner of Thunderbird Jewelry, to talk about what it truly means to abide with God through seasons of challenge, transition, and growth. John’s journey is marked by both faith and resilience. Early work in th...

Some leaders chase success. Some leaders surrender. And that surrender becomes the very thing that unlocks supernatural growth. In this powerful episode, Krystal sits down with James Mark Barthel—Growth Leadership Coach, entrepreneur, and author of the new bestselling book Thou Shall Grow—to explore what happens when Christian leaders stop building for God and start building with God. James’ story...

The Shepherd at Work goes international! What happens when God interrupts your career, your worldview, and your idea of what business really is? Bill Hollis—marketplace minister, author, and founder of Ruach Ministries in Johannesburg, South Africa—joins Krystal to share how God completely transformed his life and leadership. His journey began quietly: Christian colleagues placed around him, an un...

Some stories are so extraordinary they become movies. But the real story — the God story — is even better. In this powerful episode, Krystal sits down with Leisle Chung, CEO and co-founder of Vanguard Skin Specialists, a premier dermatology and plastic surgery network with nine clinics, 150 employees, and a mission that stretches from Colorado to the ends of the earth. Born in Korea and immigratin...

Some ideas are too bold, too strategic, and too perfectly timed to have come from us. They’re God-given — but they still require faithful leadership, wise strategy, and the courage to act. That’s where Susan Schramm shines. In this powerful episode, Krystal Parker sits down with the bestselling author of Fast Track Your Big Idea! and founder of Go to Market Impact to unpack how leaders can move fr...

Josh Fonger introduces a thought-provoking idea: What if business owners represent an unreached frontier for the Gospel—not in competition with global missions, but as an expansion of it? In this powerful conversation, Josh and Krystal dive into how the marketplace itself has become one of the most strategic mission fields in the world. With influence, opportunity, and people searching for purpose...

Most people think business is about making money — but for Mark Benson, it’s about saving families and souls. When the dealership he owned began struggling, Mark did the unthinkable: he shut down operations on Sundays. It went against every industry norm, sparked resistance, and tested everything he knew about success. But Mark followed the leading of the Holy Spirit — and what happened next can o...

You ever wonder if God is moving even when you can’t see it? Or what it really means to have Him go before you—equipping you with everything you need for that season? Meet Cassandra Diaz, founder of The Trading Post Café in St. Cloud, Florida—a family-owned, faith-fueled business that’s literally spreading Scripture one tea bag at a time. What started as a small tea and spice shop has become a gro...

At just six years old, Marius Dancea left Romania with his family, carrying the spark of entrepreneurship that would one day ignite a movement. Today, that spark has become EmpowerLinked — a groundbreaking business turning digital marketing into a Kingdom advancement tool. Marius is bold, creative, and relentless about one thing: getting the Word of God in front of everyone, everywhere. From digit...

When cancel culture came for him, Claton Butcher lost everything in a week. But what looked like devastation became divine redirection. Out of that moment, God gave him a vision—to create a cancel-free culture for Christian authors, artists, and families. Claton is the founder and president of CrossCurrent Digital, a fast-growing media platform delivering faith-based, family-friendly audiobooks, e...

Prior to recording, Andrew L. Anderson quietly slid aside a poem he had recently written—obedient to the Lord’s nudge to put the insight on paper, not realizing how God would call it into the light for this very episode. That poem—“!Monsters in the Closet!”—became the heartbeat of our conversation. You’ll hear the powerful reveal and discover why the timing was no accident. This episode is about u...

What happens when the #1 ranked sales trainer in the world puts Jesus at the center of his business strategy? Joe Pici isn’t just a global guru—he’s Krystal’s coach, a powerhouse communicator, and a living example of faith in action. Named the world’s top sales trainer and keynote speaker by Global Gurus, Joe has equipped hundreds of thousands of professionals across four continents to build pipel...

Fresh off the SWC 2024 USCCC Conference, Eve Nasby returned home to California fired up to do business with fellow believers. But when she looked around… she couldn’t find anyone to connect with. So, she launched the San Diego Christian Chamber of Commerce—and the response was so overwhelming, the website had to be shut down on launch day! Eve is leading with fearless faith, bold vision, and the h...

From HGTV, Food Network, and Travel Channel to creating their own faith-driven production company, Matt and Season Wilmoth’s story is one of transformation, obedience, and boldness. As founders of Almighty Wings Productions, they’ve gone from editing for major TV networks to producing family-friendly and Kingdom-centered content with a mission: to be salt and light in the world of visual entertain...

What do you do when God Himself stops you in your tracks and asks: “If what you believe is true, then why this?” That’s exactly what happened to Jamal Maxsam. As a teenager, he had a radical encounter with Jesus that shattered deception and changed the trajectory of his life forever. Today, Jamal is a leadership igniter, faith-builder, and author—helping believers step into their calling to lead b...

What happens when your identity is shaken to the core—but God uses it to ignite a national movement? Mina Carlson, co-founder of the Arizona Christian Chamber of Commerce and SVP of the U.S. Christian Chamber Coalition, shares her powerful journey of resilience, faith, and Kingdom purpose. From leading startups to $25M+ in revenue to advising billion-dollar corporations, Mina was already a seasone...

They walked away from the world’s version of success—and discovered something better. Jessica and Javie Madrigal, founders of New Local Marketing, aren’t just marketing pros. They’re husband-and-wife Kingdom entrepreneurs on a mission to take “local” from an afterthought to a power move—helping businesses grow without compromising their values. In this episode, they share their journey of reinvent...

She’s known as the queen of innovation—but in this episode, Natalie Born doesn’t just talk about disrupting ideas, she challenges you to disrupt your life. Author of Set It on Fire: The Art of Innovation, Natalie shares the first step every leader must take to ignite creativity and transformation in their business. But the conversation takes an unexpected—and powerful—turn when she connects the bi...

Are you—without realizing it—voting yourself out of a job? Linda J. Hansen wants to make sure the answer is a resounding no. As the Founder & President of Prosperity 101, she’s on a mission to equip everyday Americans with the knowledge they need to connect public policy with personal prosperity—and protect the freedoms that make opportunity possible. Her story is as inspiring as her mission. Once...

What if the key to success isn’t chasing what you want—but stewarding what you already have? Lasheena Williams has built a career and life anchored in the belief that work is worship. Her blueprint for success starts with letting go of self-driven ambition and allowing God to provide exactly what’s needed—right when it’s needed. In this inspiring episode, Lasheena shares: How shifting her focus fr...

HR isn’t just about policies, paperwork, and compliance anymore—at least not if you ask Mark Griffin. In his first appearance on The Shepherd at Work, Mark shared his passion for building Christ-centered workplaces. Now, he’s back with his brand-new book, Faith Driven HR, and an even bolder vision: transforming Human Resources into a mission-driven, people-focused, Kingdom-advancing force. In toda...

Can you stand out in the marketplace without selling out? Joy Capps says yes—but not without a fight. As a seasoned communications strategist and author of Joyful Copy, Joy has worked with high-level leaders to craft compelling messages that get results. But even in Kingdom circles, she noticed something troubling: a drift. A subtle slide toward compromise. A pressure to perform. In this refreshin...

He had the access. The headlines. The lifestyle. But none of it filled the void. Rob Maaddi was a former athlete turned nationally known sports reporter—chasing a life that looked glamorous on the outside but left him empty on the inside. In the midst of it all, Rob met Jesus—and everything changed. He thought surrendering to God meant leaving the industry behind and heading to the pulpit. But God...