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Is God calling you back to school—not just for your career, but for your calling? In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson explores a question many Christian professionals quietly wrestle with: Should I go back to school? Listen as Sean reflects on the unexpected ways education has stretched him—not just professionally, but spiritually, emotionally, and intellectually. What be...

Are you feeling like your life is on hold because of unemployment? In Part 3 of A Word for the Unemployed, Sean Gibson reminds you that waiting does not mean wasted. Drawing encouragement from Scripture, he shows how God sees your heart, understands your struggles, and is actively preparing your next season—even when it feels like nothing is happening. Through the example of Jesus’ years of prepar...

Are you wondering if God is still with you during this season of unemployment? In Part 2 of A Word for the Unemployed, host Sean Gibson reminds you that you are not alone. The Spirit of God is with you—guiding, strengthening, and working even when doors feel closed. This episode offers encouragement for anyone feeling tired, uncertain, or discouraged, and points you back to the truth that your hop...

What do you do when the job search stretches on… confidence fades… and encouragement starts to sound like empty words? In this new series, A Word for the Unemployed, host Sean Gibson speaks directly to those navigating the pain, pressure, and uncertainty of unemployment. This series isn’t about clichés or quick fixes—it’s about truth, compassion, and hope rooted in Scripture. Drawing from personal...

What do you do when you were praying for a promotion… believing for it… maybe even sure it was yours… and then the decision comes down, and it’s not you? In this final episode of the Promotion at Work series, Sean Gibson dives into why God sometimes allows a “no” or a “not yet” in our careers—and how His timing plays a crucial role in the bigger picture. Sean also explores two additional reasons t...

Why do you really want a promotion? In Part 5 of our Promotion at Work series, Sean Gibson takes you beneath the surface to explore the heart behind ambition. Using five powerful scriptures, this episode helps you uncover what’s driving your desire for advancement—purpose, pressure, insecurity, calling, or something deeper. If you’ve ever wrestled with motives, timing, or God's role in your career...

Is Every Career Promotion Really From God—or Could Some Be a Trap? In this episode of The Greater Work, Sean Gibson continues the series "Promotion at Work." Listen as Sean explores one of the most misunderstood questions in Christian career life: "Is all promotion from God?" It's easy to assume that every open door, opportunity, or advancement is a divine blessing, but Scripture shows us that not...

Is self-promotion ungodly? In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson tackles one of the most confusing questions believers face in their careers. Through the dramatic and cautionary story of Absalom, Sean unpacks how unresolved wounds, unchecked ambition, and image-building led Absalom down a path of self-made promotion that ultimately cost him everything. You’ll discover the n...

Have you ever wondered whether promotion is something you earn—or something God simply gives? In this second episode of the Promotion at Work series, host Sean Gibson unpacks one of the most confusing questions believers face when career advancement feels unfair, delayed, or entirely out of their control. Sean explores what Scripture actually teaches about God’s role in promotion and why faithfuln...

Have you ever wondered why some people get promoted while others get overlooked—even when they’re more qualified? In this first episode of the Promotion at Work series, host Sean Gibson breaks down what biblical promotion really means and why it looks so different from the world’s definition of success. Sean explores the true meaning of “promotion” in Scripture and introduces The 5 Rules of Promot...

How can you guard against envy in the workplace and respond with biblical wisdom?  In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson takes a practical look at how we can protect our hearts in both faith and work. Through real-life scenarios drawn from Scripture and workplace experiences, Sean explores the subtle ways our hearts can be influenced and how to recognize these influences be...

Envy is one of those things that can hide in plain sight, especially in your work life.  Envy often disguises itself as frustration, disappointment, or even ambition. But beneath the surface, it quietly corrodes our joy, relationships, and calling. The Bible repeatedly warns us about envy’s dangers, yet it remains one of the most overlooked struggles in our lives. In this episode of The Greater Wo...

Envy isn’t something Scripture gives us room to justify. The Bible makes it clear—envy corrodes the heart (Proverbs 14:30). But what if the very energy behind envy could be redirected into something holy? Instead of letting envy take root, we can cultivate admiration. Admiration fuels growth without the resentment or comparison that makes envy so destructive. In this episode of The Greater Work Po...

Is All Envy Sinful? When most of us hear the word envy in the Bible, it feels like nothing but trouble—and often it is. Malicious envy has split families, derailed teams, and weakened organizations. But here’s the surprising truth: not all envy looks the same. Recent studies reveal two sides: malicious envy, which destroys, and benign envy, which can actually motivate growth. In this episode of Th...

In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson unpacks the types of envy we may encounter in our work lives—from both a biblical and practical perspective. Left unaddressed, envy can quietly fester and grow into something far more damaging. Join us as we explore how Scripture speaks to envy, and how we can confront it with wisdom and the help of the Holy Spirit before it takes root....

Have you ever struggled with envy at work—watching a co-worker get the promotion, the recognition, or the opportunity you wanted? In this series of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson explores The Envy Trap and how it impacts our lives and relationships in the workplace. Together, we’ll discover what Scripture teaches about envy and how, with the guidance of the Holy Spirit, we can overcome...

In the final episode of "When Your Career Feels Like The Wilderness," join Sean Gibson, host of The Greater Work Podcast, in prayer for those traveling through their career wilderness. Like a refreshing cup of water in a hot desert, Sean asks God to strengthen you as you partner with Him to navigate the final steps of your journey through the wilderness. Also, log on to WWW.CHRISTWORKER.ORG for ad...

In this episode of The Greater Work, host Sean Gibson continues the series When Your Career Feels Like the Wilderness with a fresh perspective from the parable of the Good Samaritan. Waiting for God to lead you out of a career wilderness can feel isolating, but what if this season is also an invitation to serve? Discover how God may want to use you to bring hope and help to others right where you...

In this episode of The Greater Work, host Sean Gibson explores the powerful story of Jesus’s first temptation in the wilderness—not just as a display of personal strength, but as a moment of profound substitution. Jesus stood firm where we often fall, succeeding in the very places we feel most vulnerable. If your job feels uncertain, your finances are tight, your calling is unclear, or your confid...

In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson invites you to rethink the familiar words of Psalm 23, not through the lens of green pastures, but the rugged terrain of the Judean wilderness—dry, rocky, and barren. Much like your career might feel right now. This isn't just a devotional reflection. It's a reframing. A survival guide for the seasons when work feels uncertain, purpose...

In Part 4 of When Your Career Feels Like the Wilderness, Sean Gibson explores how our faith becomes a witness in the dry, silent seasons of our professional lives. When promotions stall, doors close, and clarity feels distant, it's not just about what God is doing in you, but what others are seeing through you. Because your faith in the valley speaks louder than your praise on the mountaintop. In...

Have you ever asked, “God, what is going on?” “Why am I here?” “What did I do wrong?” You’re not alone. But what if the career wilderness you’re walking through isn’t a setback or punishment—what if it’s preparation? In this compelling series, host Sean Gibson takes you deep into the purpose of the wilderness—not only through the lens of Scripture but also through the realities of calling, leaders...

What comes to mind when you hear the word “wilderness”? Dry? Lonely? Confusing? Maybe even scary? In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson challenges the idea that the wilderness is just a season of delay or detour. Instead, what if it’s a divine development zone—where God refines, reshapes, and redirects us? Join Sean as he unpacks the biblical meaning of wilderness and revea...

Are you facing uncertainty, transition, or frustration in your professional life? You might be in what Scripture calls a wilderness season. In this powerful series, “When Your Career Feels Like The Wilderness,” Sean Gibson invites you into a deeper conversation on The Greater Work Podcast. The wilderness isn’t just a dry, empty space—it’s the sacred ground between where you were and where God is l...

Have you ever been turned down for a job you were praying for—maybe even sure that it was “the one”? That kind of “no” hits hard. In this series, we’re getting honest about rejection, disappointment, and the spiritual wrestling that comes with it. But in today’s episode, we’re digging deeper into something many of us overlook: self-deception. Somewhere along the way, we’ve picked up the idea that...