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Paul Sarvadi’s personal and business journey was shaped by a life-altering crisis in which he nearly lost his wife and newborn child, leading him to recognize he was never truly in control. That moment drove him toward a deeper faith in God and ultimately inspired the founding of Insperity — a multibillion-dollar HR company built on biblical values such as dignity, integrity, and servant leadershi...

Charlie Lewis's journey to success began in a small Southern town, where he worked in his family’s furniture business. Despite early success, his life took a dramatic turn when he obeyed what he believed was a divine command to shut down a thriving store. This leap of faith, although seemingly illogical, led to a series of improbable events, including a car accident that forged a key partnersh...

James Evans, an entrepreneur in the electrical trade, experienced a profound transformation in both his business and personal life when he began observing Shabbat over 30 years ago. Initially struggling to grow his company, Evans found that dedicating one day a week to rest, prayer, and spiritual reflection allowed him to step away from the relentless work cycle and refocus. This practice brought...

Pauline Ndirangu, originally from Kenya, leveraged her academic excellence and over a decade of experience in respiratory therapy and critical care to transition from a hospital employee to an entrepreneur. Inspired by her father’s business acumen and driven by a desire for greater financial freedom and a God-given purpose, she left her roles in ICUs and flight medicine to establish a healthcare t...

Rick and Crystal Rumer’s journey began as a family road trip to Alaska and turned into a radical life shift of faith and purpose. Leaving behind successful businesses after moral conflicts, they founded a refuge for women and children rescued from sex trafficking, working with law enforcement and the FBI. Their discovery of Shabbat became central — a rhythm of rest and renewal that sustained their...

Gayle Timberlake founded the Simka Foundation to bridge faith with geography — teaching Christians the Bible in the context of the land where it happened. Her journey began in Jerusalem, where she realized her understanding of Scripture lacked the living history rooted in Israel. Today, Simka leads tours across Israel, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia, hosts weekly Shabbat gatherings in U.S. cities, and e...

Randy Ferreira transformed a stagnant five-man Bible study at a 7,000-member church into a thriving movement called Wingman Nation, drawing 400 men every week. His entrepreneurial spirit, which initially grew from small summer jobs painting apartments, led him to build a real-estate empire managing thousands of units across the Southeast. Through his company, Blue Rock Premiere, Ferreira integrate...

Peter Auerbach, managing director of Auerbach Funds, shared with Rabbi Rami Goldberg on Biblical Money how an unexpected encounter with a homeless man outside a Colorado gas station changed the trajectory of his life. What began as an ordinary day turned extraordinary when the man offered to bless him, and moments later, a rainbow appeared — followed by a call that led to Auerbach’s first investme...

Rob Brinkman’s journey from college tennis player to Wall Street executive and billion-dollar company builder has been guided by a consistent principle: faith and business are inseparable. In a conversation with Rabbi Rami Goldberg on Biblical Money, Brinkman explained how he refused to “punch the clock” without bringing God into his work. This philosophy shaped his leadership style, where account...

Rabbi Daniel Lapin, known as “America’s Rabbi,” joined Rabbi Rami Goldberg on the Biblical Money podcast to deliver a bold message: making money is not just moral—it’s a spiritual act. Challenging the common belief that poverty equals virtue, Lapin argued that the heart of business is serving others. When you earn through honest commerce, you’re not taking from anyone—you’re adding value, dignity,...

Zac Jiwa, a former healthcare technology executive with a 25-year career that included roles at Microsoft and the Obama administration, walked away from his profession after a season of personal and professional unraveling. Following the collapse of his marriage during the pandemic and a growing disillusionment with the healthcare system, he took a year-long sabbatical in 2022. Half of that time w...

Leah Brown, former corporate lawyer and general counsel at a Goldman Sachs-backed fintech, left the boardroom to pursue a deeper calling: guiding leaders through conflict, broken trust, and organizational change. Drawing on her lifelong background in mediation and conflict resolution, she founded The Wayfinders Group, a consultancy at the intersection of business and ministry. In a conversation wi...

After a decade-long legal battle that dismantled her business and personal life, serial entrepreneur Staci Wright transformed her approach to leadership, founding Heart Profit to address workplace disconnection and its impact on the mental health crisis. Drawing on lessons from 20 years and six businesses, Wright shifted away from the “command and control” model that prioritized profit over people...

Moeti Ncube bought his first Bitcoin in 2011 for just $2.50, but instead of amassing a fortune, his journey became one of lessons in discipline, greed, and service. Drawn in by Bitcoin’s peer-to-peer promise, Ncube became an accidental historian of cryptocurrency, seeing it as a modern “exodus” from centralized monetary systems, much like the Protestant Reformation challenged religious authority....

Andy Wallace, a former narcotics officer, transitioned from law enforcement to real estate by building 155 homes while still working nights on the police force. Using an innovative owner-financing model, he helped families who couldn't qualify for traditional mortgages purchase quality homes without credit checks. His approach prioritized integrity and accountability, resulting in minimal fore...

Texas oil billionaire Tim Dunn, founder of CrownQuest Operating, built a $12.4 billion empire not through conventional wealth accumulation, but by embracing a biblical philosophy of stewardship. In a conversation on the *Biblical Money* podcast, Dunn shared how his transformation began with the idea that wealth is fleeting and should be treated as something passing through one's hands. This mi...

You can watch this on Youtube as well: https://youtu.be/kKE69Pqa7xM Chad Connelly, CEO of Faith Wins, has been leading a nationwide movement to mobilize faith-based voter turnout, a mission that significantly influenced recent election outcomes. Rooted in personal tragedy—the loss of his first wife to suicide—Connelly’s journey evolved into a deep commitment to cultural and political engagement th...

Dennis Northington, once a highly successful insurance executive in Texas, experienced a profound spiritual shift after a near-death incident at the Grand Canyon. A flat tire kept his family from boarding a helicopter that later crashed—an event he saw as divine intervention. This brush with death sparked deep self-reflection, leading him to abandon his pursuit of wealth and embark on four years o...

Brian Davenport, a Texas-based diamond dealer, credits his dramatic business turnaround to what he calls "divine appointments" and total surrender to God. Facing foreclosure and financial ruin, Davenport cried out to God—and within hours, received a call that led to a $40,000 diamond sale. This marked the beginning of a journey in which he built a multimillion-dollar business through a m...

Isik Abla's life took a dramatic turn from despair to hope after a suicide attempt led to a supernatural encounter with God. Once a successful Turkish executive who endured violence, PTSD, and an abusive marriage, Abla found true freedom when she surrendered her life to Jesus. This transformation sparked a powerful ministry that now reaches over 700 million people worldwide, with programs avai...

Jimmy McClintock’s journey is a remarkable blend of faith, entrepreneurship, and a lifelong mission to foster Jewish-Christian unity. Starting with a transformative trip to Israel as a young college student inspired by a Holocaust survivor’s story, McClintock’s life path has intertwined business ventures—ranging from furniture manufacturing to construction—with a deep commitment to biblical princi...

Byron Stinson, a Texas entrepreneur, combines a deep biblical worldview with his success in business and philanthropic endeavors. In an interview with Rabbi Rami Goldberg on Israel365’s Biblical Money podcast, Stinson reflects on his transformative journey, which includes orchestrating the historic transfer of red heifers from Texas to Israel. This project, which holds prophetic significance for b...

In this insightful interview, Joe Colonnetta shares the transformative journey that reshaped his approach to philanthropy and family legacy. Guided by a powerful conversation with his wife Kimberly, Joe adopted a "first fruits" giving philosophy inspired by biblical teachings. Instead of waiting until the end of the year to calculate charitable contributions, the Colonnettas now commit t...

JP Barkley and Chris Covati have reimagined the concept of a craft brewery by blending beer-making with ministry and charitable efforts. Operating in the Houston area, their brewery produces innovative craft beers while serving as a platform for charity, community healing, and spiritual connections. Barkley’s journey into brewing started as a hobby, eventually evolving into a business when his cou...

In a recent episode of the "Biblical Money" podcast, real estate executive Jim Fite shared how biblical principles have been integral to his leadership and business success. Fite, who along with his sister transformed their father’s small real estate firm into a large enterprise with 28 offices and 1,200 agents, emphasized financial stewardship and the importance of saving during prosper...