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Send us Fan Mail What if the most strategic mission post you ever sit in is your office chair? We open with a rainy night in Uganda, stepping into a dark church full of worship and expectation, and it reframes the whole conversation: you don’t have to cross oceans to step onto the mission field. You have to say yes to God’s global purpose right where you are, with the resources, skills, and access...

Send us Fan Mail Your quiet time can disappear in under 30 seconds: one notification, one email, one scroll, and the sacred space you meant to protect turns into headlines and noise. We’re talking about the real spiritual cost of digital distraction and how the attention economy, screen time habits, and algorithm-driven apps can quietly erode prayer, Bible study, worship, and intimacy with God. We...

Send us Fan Mail That grinding sense of “still not enough” can wear you down even when you’re praying, budgeting, giving, and trying to do the right thing. We go straight at the root and name what often goes unspoken in Christian circles: the spirit of lack. Not “having little,” but a stronghold of fear, shame, and spiritual mistrust that trains us to play small, expect less, and confuse struggle...

Send us Fan Mail You can survive a hard season and still keep living like it, dressing your decisions in yesterday’s fear, limits, and labels. We dig into what it really means to step into a new identity in Christ and let go of who you were, especially when the old version of you feels familiar, respected, or “safe.” If you’re a leader, entrepreneur, or faith-driven builder who feels restless and...

Send us Fan Mail What if the areas you keep postponing are the exact places God intends to multiply your impact? During a sabbatical, we get confronted with a reality many Christian entrepreneurs know deep down but rarely say out loud: we can build businesses, lead teams, and serve faithfully while still failing to steward our lives holistically. Stewardship is not just about money. It is about wh...

Send us Fan Mail Scaling can feel like the most faithful thing you do, right up until you realize your soul is running on fumes. We start with a dangerous question: what good is it to grow a business, platform, or ministry if the inner life collapses along the way? If you’ve ever chased the next level while quietly feeling dry, overextended, or spiritually numb, this conversation gives language to...

Send us Fan Mail What if your platform is already a pulpit and you didn’t plan for it? A single post can reach thousands, but the real weight shows up when someone reaches back and says, “Can you pray for me?” If you’re a Christian entrepreneur, coach, content creator, or ministry leader, your online presence may be shaping a flock every day, and that influence comes with responsibility.  We talk...

Send us Fan Mail Most people won’t walk into a church, but they will walk into your workplace and watch how you lead. That reality turns business into a powerful mission field, and it’s why we’re talking about marketplace ministry, faith at work, and what it looks like to live the gospel with integrity in the middle of real deadlines, real stress, and real relationships. We dig into a simple shift...

Send us Fan Mail What if the work you’re doing online isn’t just “content” but calling? We challenge the idea that marketing and faith have to live in separate boxes, and we make a case for digital stewardship: treating your website, blog, and social platforms as tools God can use to reach people you may never meet. When you approach your online presence with purpose, excellence stops being vanity...

Send us Fan Mail What if the next 90 days became the turning point of your entire business? That question exposes a hard truth: without a clear growth plan, we default to reaction. We hustle, we grind, we chase the urgent, and momentum leaks out through a hundred tiny distractions. We want traction, but we keep trying to manage big vision with scattered weeks. We walk through a practical 90-day bu...

Send us Fan Mail Your life can look “fine” on the outside while something on the inside is already over and begging for a burial. After walking through the wreckage of a tornado-damaged home, I share the moment that hit me hard: I didn’t just lose windows and walls, I lost a version of myself that needed to die so God’s purpose could truly live. We talk straight to entrepreneurs, leaders, and visi...

Send us Fan Mail What if the strategy your business needs this quarter isn't in a spreadsheet — it's in the secret place? In this episode of the Called to Build Podcast, we break down a practical, scripture-grounded framework for hearing God's voice clearly as you build your Q2 business strategy. If you're a Christian entrepreneur, business owner, or ministry leader navigating...

Send us Fan Mail Are your goals Spirit-led or just SMART? In this episode of the Called to Build Podcast, we break down a practical, faith-based framework for setting powerful Q2 business goals — goals that reflect both divine purpose and strategic execution. If you're a Christian entrepreneur, business owner, or ministry leader who's ready to stop spinning your wheels and start building...

Send us Fan Mail Are you in a dry season in your business or ministry? Feeling like God has gone silent while the bills pile up and your vision feels further away than ever? You're not alone — and this season is not wasted. In this episode of the Called to Build podcast, we dive deep into the powerful lessons found in desolate places — the wilderness seasons that every Christian entrepreneur,...

Send us Fan Mail Struggling to generate consistent leads for your online business? You don't have a traffic problem — you have a system problem. In this episode, Carl Willis breaks down the exact 3-step lead generation framework he's used for over 15 years to help entrepreneurs and business owners build real momentum online. Whether you're just getting started or you're ready t...

Send us Fan Mail Struggling to balance faith and finances? Discover biblical principles for money management that will transform how you view wealth, giving, and financial freedom. In this episode of the Called to Build podcast, we explore faith-based financial stewardship designed specifically for Christian entrepreneurs, business owners, and ministry leaders. Learn how to align your finances wit...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the transformative power of servant leadership in business through the ultimate example: Jesus Christ. In this episode, we explore how Christian entrepreneurs and business owners can lead like Jesus by embracing humility, service, and kingdom-minded purpose. What You'll Learn: The biblical foundation of servant leadership and why it matters in business How Jesus demo...

Send us Fan Mail Is AI a blessing or a threat to your faith-based business? As Christian entrepreneurs, we face a critical choice: harness AI wisely or risk losing the personal touch that makes our businesses truly kingdom-minded. In this episode, we explore the ethical use of AI automation for Christian entrepreneurs who want to work smarter without sacrificing the relationships and integrity tha...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the power of storytelling in marketing and learn how to craft a compelling business testimony that connects with your audience and grows your faith-based business. In today's crowded digital marketplace, facts and figures alone won't win customers. People crave connection, authenticity, and meaning. That's why the most successful brands don't just sell...

Send us Fan Mail Making business decisions as a Christian entrepreneur shouldn't feel like a guessing game. Should you take that risk? Expand your company? Or wait on God's timing? There's a fine line between faith and stupidity—and knowing which side you're on is often the biggest challenge. In this episode, I'm sharing practical guidance on trusting God in business decis...

Send us Fan Mail Are you ready to align your business ambitions with your spiritual purpose? Discover how to set powerful goals that integrate faith and entrepreneurship for lasting success. In this episode of the Called to Build podcast, you'll learn a proven 5-step framework for spiritual goal setting that transforms both your business and your walk with God: ✅ Step 1: Evaluate Your Journe...

Send us Fan Mail Discover how biblical financial principles can transform your business and deepen your faith. In this episode of the Called to Build podcast, we explore God's wisdom on tithing, saving, and investing—and how these practices lead to unprecedented success and kingdom significance. 🙏 What You'll Learn: Why tithing is a pathway to blessing and divine provision Biblical stra...

Send us Fan Mail Facing a storm in your business or ministry? Discover how to transform adversity into your greatest opportunity for growth. In this episode, we explore the profound lessons that challenges and hardships teach us as Christian leaders and entrepreneurs. Drawing from biblical wisdom and real-life experience—including surviving the devastating Hoisington, Kansas tornado—you'll le...

Send us Fan Mail Discover how to harness the power of video marketing to grow your Christian business or ministry! In this episode, Carl Willis shares proven strategies for faith-based entrepreneurs who want to expand their reach, increase engagement, and boost conversions through video content. What You'll Learn: ✅ Why video marketing is essential for Christian entrepreneurs in 2024 ✅ 6 ty...

Send us Fan Mail Episode Description In this interview from Believers Building Businesses, host Craig Clutts talks with Carl Willis—former police officer, pastor, and founder of Simplicity Marketing—who shares his journey from homelessness to building businesses that make disciples globally. Carl started his business empire in a friend's spare bedroom on a borrowed laptop. Through failure and...