Christian Ambition

A quick update after a summer break — including a trip to Yap, Micronesia to visit the school Paul Zimmer (episode 15) started, plus news on the coconut oil export business he's launching to help sustain it. Also: a look ahead to Season 2, with guests Eric True (bivocational pastor/businessman) Rick Cross (networker in business and missions), Kenny Johnson (real estate investor and Christian fathe...

Announcement: I'm pausing the podcast to close out Season One. I'm taking time to focus on some major goals and get ahead on episodes so that I can keep producing great content. Check out Episode 16 for a recap of the best moments from Season One. Make sure you're subscribed so you don’t miss when Season Two is comes out!

A few of the best clips from my first 15 episodes… Time Stamps: 0:00 - Intro 0:44 - The Danger of Filter Fatigue [Ep 1: Brandon True] 5:30 - How to find your Calling [Ep 6: Ps Dave Smith] 8:06 - Action Creates Insight [Ep 9: Cody Lutz] 14:42 - Manifesto Against Mediocrity [Ep 10: Dr. Matthew Weathers] 15:59 - Embrace the Boring [Ep 10: Dr. Matthew Weathers] 20:31 - The Power of Asking Better Quest...

The islanders refuse access to Westerners. Unless you have a beneficial reason to come - then they beg you to show up. That is BAM at work - using skills and talents God gave to create access. Guest Bio: Paul Zimmer is a missionary, innovator, and founder of Faith Baptist Church and Faith Christian Academy on Yap Island, Micronesia. With a background in electrical engineering and theology, Paul ha...

A friend and I have a conversation. It's wide-ranging, topics from AI to education after college to how to stay motivated. Hope you enjoy! Links: Watch on Youtube: https://youtu.be/AszPMfmUBsM Everything at: https://linktr.ee/christian_ambition Like, Comment, Subscribe. Share with a friend! Thx! If you are feeling extra generous give a rating at: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podca...

Half a million dollars lost, a tax office ally, and a radical shift from marketing to marketplace pastor—this journey is anything but typical. Guest Bio: Jonathan Brake, known as Jono, is an Australian entrepreneur, leadership mentor, and Business as Mission (BAM) coach with over 20 years of experience. Co-founder of the Forge Leader and creator of the Forge Mentor, he helps business owners align...

From a family hobby, Seth Roland built a global business selling luxury pens—and used Facebook Live to create access to redemptive relationships! Guest Bio Seth Roland is an international high-end pen dealer whose entrepreneurial journey started as a family hobby and grew into a global business. He’s skilled in designing and sourcing pens made from exotic materials like mammoth ivory, gold, and ra...

The Christian Ambition Podcast is moving to Tuesdays! ⏰ Would love your feedback—help me make the show even better! 📧 christianambitionpod@gmail.com Check out the website and other platforms here: 🔔 https://linktr.ee/christian_ambition If you are feeling extra generous - plz rate the show at Apple podcasts and Spotify! Thank you! In Christ - Sven Loeffler

Fired for sharing an executive summary of the Bible! Why learning how to ask great questions is a superpower. Guest Bio: Dr. Jim Wiginton is a global executive turned business coach and mentor with decades of experience at the helm of corporations like Michelin North America. A Doctor of Business Administration graduate from the Paris School of Business, he has dedicated his post-corporate career...

Too often the church is heavy in body and light in doctrine. Dr. Weathers lays out how to break the bonds of the culture of Mediocrity, how to develop as a leader, and his most powerful habits! Guest Bio: Dr. Matthew Weathers is the Chief Enrollment Officer at Bob Jones University. He is a leadership developer, triathlete, and lifelong learner with a passion for inspiring young Christians to rejec...

Action creates insight—so if you’re waiting for clarity on God’s plan, Cody says just start moving and let God steer the steering wheel! Summary [00:00–05:00] Cody’s advice to young Christians on finding direction [05:00–14:00] Christian ambition versus contentment [14:00–22:00] Why “holy laziness” is common in church cultures [22:00–34:00] The biblical case for building wealth, generosity, and ke...

This is a special edition of Christian Ambition Podcast! Highly suggest watching on Youtube: https://youtu.be/hYPbt5WCFhU (Subscribe while your there 😃) This is a behind-the-scenes stories of a musical mission team road trip through Germany, Luxembourg, and France. EPISODE SUMMARY - Behind-the-scenes of the GFA musical mission team road trip through Germany, Luxembourg, and France (00:01:18+) - C...

Turns out, we’re called human beings, not human doings—which is exactly why my 2026 strategy needed more prayer and less hustle. Summary Introduction: Exploring surrender, obedience, and business through scripture [00:00:30 - 00:01:23] Guest Background & Mission: Anthony Roman Snyder’s journey from corporate leadership to launching businesses in unreached places [00:01:31 - 00:02:28] Testimony...

SUMMARY (with general timestamps): Growing up in Papua New Guinea :talks about his childhood as a missionary kid, epic dirt bike rides, and life in Goroka (00:01:07–00:11:06). Formative Faith & Trials : Coming to faith, family tragedy, and a government official causing chaos—plus a courtroom drama that tested his trust in God (00:04:38–00:08:10). Missionary Life in “the Bush” : What it’s reall...

Ever met the “most interesting man in a wheelchair” who can convince you that your disability might actually be your greatest asset—and who’s mentored over 200 clients while never walking a single step? SUMMARY: James’ life overview: Born with muscular dystrophy, youngest of four, never walked, always driven to cheer others on (00:01:18 - 00:03:08) Unique perspective: How disability shaped James’...

“What would you have to do to look back at the end of the year and consider it a success“” “What would you do this year if your goal was to make your 85-year-old self absolutely miserable? “Are you living your life, or just watching other people live theirs—before remembering you could do more than swipe candy all day?” Summary [00:00:00] New year energy: reflections on goal setting and how to mak...

Are you selling your time for money? Why this powerful realization made Asa quit his good accounting job and move to an old Soviet training camp in Germany! Timestamps: Big Leap: Quitting Accounting for Mission Work (1:00-4:12): Asa explains the deeper value of time over money. Decision to invest time in people and eternal things, not just finances. Accounting Skills at Camp (4:12-5:26): Using Exc...

India is closing its doors to the gospel—and opening them WIDE to business. What if starting a marketing agency is the new way to become a missionary? Shifting missions funding from foreign donations to local, self-sustaining businesses (01:46) How missionaries (not just entrepreneurs!) can use business to stay on the field (06:24) The importance of discovering your WHY before your WHAT (12:19) Ti...

Brandon True , AI automation builder and systems operator, to talk about ambition, marriage, money, and doing real work in a noisy world. They explore why skills beat degrees, how marriage sharpens decision-making, the danger of “filter fatigue” from nonstop content, and what it looks like to pursue business with biblical conviction. A grounded conversation on stewardship, focus, and choosing acti...

Welcome to episode zero of the Christian Ambition Podcast! Sven shares the why, the vision, and the unique space it hopes to fill. Recognizing that today's world is full of loud voices and advice often coming from different worldviews, join the journey to explore what it looks like to integrate faith and ambition. Throughout the year, you can expect weekly episodes featuring powerful conversations...