Heaven in Business Podcast

In this episode, we delve into the process of creating our upcoming book, "Listen Up! Hearing God at Work," slated for release on September 1st. We discuss the accessible avenues for writing a book, whether through DIY methods or collaborative efforts with professionals like Andy Jenkins. We weigh the pros and cons of self-publishing versus traditional publishing, emphasizing the importance o...

We are fresh home from a whirlwind weekend of attending two graduations back-to-back. From cheering on our high school graduate to celebrating our 21-year-old's university milestone, it was a rollercoaster of emotions.   Join us as we unpack the ups and downs of transitioning into a new phase of parenting. We'll chat about finding the balance between support and letting go, sharing personal s...

Last week we did our first marriage retreat - eight couples, four nights, three days on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico! It was a significant success, not least being we learned a bunch from what worked and what we can add to increase it's effectiveness next time (watch this space!). This week's episode is all about a couple of our key highlights, plus resources that will really help you in yo...

We sat on the plane for thirty minutes then heard that the flight was cancelled due to technical difficulties. We had just finished our first marriage retreat in Puerto Rico with eight couples. It was a wonderful experience but now we had a bunch of appointments and business to attend to on our return home. Until the flight got cancelled.   Read the blog here -https://www.heaveninbusiness.com...

Right now we are walking through challenges. And we have many we are walking with experiencing the same. From cashflow delay to relational conflict to product sabotage, some things going on are agonizing!  So what do you do in the midst of this? How do you keep going? How do you find courage? Have a listen to the podcast here:  Next Steps: Read the blog HERE: www.heaveninbusiness.com/blo...

In this episode, Andy discusses the necessity of confrontation in building deeper relationships and growing as individuals. He shares his personal struggle with confrontation, rooted in fear of disconnection and lack of self-confidence. Andy emphasizes the importance of developing healthy confrontation skills, such as clarifying facts, separating emotions from facts, and approaching conversations...

At the start of this year my wife and I went on a mini-sabbatical. It was the first time we have been away for some intentional listening and strategic planning for years. Our season has changed. The kids are now (mostly) out of the house. As we were driving there she mentioned "I'm not sure if I'm excited about doing this with you.... just want you to be aware." Hmmm that could be an ouch. Or it...

How do you navigate faith, work, diversity, equality and inclusion and LGBTQ? Is it possible to leave the LGBTQ ideology (and theology)? What is the key to real change if change is possible? In this episode Elizabeth Woning shares her journey from embracing lesbianism in an LGBT-affirming environment (and seminary) to questioning her beliefs after experiencing the love of God at a charismatic even...

In this soul-stirring episode of our podcast, we delve deep into the heart of a question that bridges the realms of the spiritual and the scientific: "Is God in the Medical Profession?" This conversation invites listeners on a journey through the corridors of hospitals and clinics, where the divine and medicine intertwine in unexpected and profound ways. For blog go to:  https://www.heav...

Recently we were in Washington DC doing a Heaven in Business workshop. The second day was all about how to do strategic planning with the Holy Spirit. We flew in our friend Philip Licht who leads Set Free Alaska. Philip was involved from it's inception having grown this from 3 to over a 100 employees and now a $20M revenue in about a decade. The feedback and time together was so good we thought to...

In this week’s podcast, I (Janine) share two stories where I wanted to celebrate the wrong things and how the Lord showed me the right thing to celebrate. Read the blog here:  https://www.heaveninbusiness.com/blog/what-are-you-celebrating   What about you? How do your values line up with the Kingdom? Does what you celebrate line up with what the Lord celebrates? What areas do you need to...

We are currently in process of writing a book on hearing God at work. It's really the lessons we have learned from over four decades learning to hear God's voice... and we are still learning! Along the way there have been voices and moments that have helped us greatly. So here is one of these for you! We had the pleasure of being on staff with Bill Johnson for over a decade, in Redding, California...

Are you curious about hearing God at work? Dive into this session with Dan McCollam as he trains you why we hear God, how to hear God and what to do with what God says! Learn how recognizing God's voice can bring clarity and direction to your life. Find out more about Dan McCollam and his resources at Propheticcompany.com/dan-mccollam Sign up the the six week course and coaching cohort with Andy a...

How do you grow from a team of three to over 100 employees and more than $20M revenue, achieving nationally recognized results in your field? Even better, how do you do that while keeping faith at the center and not reducing, but rather enhancing the culture and impact?     This is the story of Philip Licht and his team at Set Free Alaska.   Read the blog here: Heaveninbusiness.com/...

This year both Janine and I have engaged with a licensed Spiritual Director and we are going through a 10 month curriculum based on the spiritual exercises of St Igancius. To be candid, EVERYONE should do this! My individual walk with God is deepening, I am growing in confidence and trust and I look forward to my 1:1 calls each week that always recenter and refocus me on what is most important. He...

Does the Kingdom of God truly influence everything? What about higher education... in California? Has God left the building when it comes to higher education? Is it a waste of time, cash and talent pursuing education at all?! And is there even a place for faith in an educational institution? Listen to this candid interview with John Jackson, President of Jessup University in the wider Sacremento,...

God is more committed to your growth than your comfort. Even more, when you DO grow, God REWARDS you with MORE opportunities to grow! So, how do you deal with the discomfort of growth? How do you let go? What are the stages of letting go in order to grow? What are some keys in the process? It's not fun having lack of clarity, lack of confidence, lack of cash and lack of control! How do you deal wi...

Have you ever had an experience where God touched your or someone you know? A wonderful (sometime scary) experience of peace or power or healing, or... BUT WHAT HAPPENS NEXT is everything. How do you turn an experience with God into an ongoing life upgrade? What is the invitation and what is your opportunity? Listen (or read the blog HERE) to Janine Mason as she shares from personal experience wha...

Many of us are going around circles rather than truly growing. Here's how to recognize it and what to do about it. Read the blog here -  Heaveninbusiness.com/blog/how-you-are-limiting-god What to do next: Find an advisor, counselor, pastor or mentor who is wise, available and willing to speak truth. I have. ✅ weekly meeting with a spiritual director (paid) ✅ quarterly meeting with organizat...

Johnathan and Kara Sparks own Trinity Group International - a Real Estate Development & General Construction firm that is rooted in a four-generation deep tradition of excellence and is based out of Dallas, Texas. Their team of industry professionals has unique expertise in a broad range of commercial, industrial and multi-family design, development and construction services. In this interview...

I believe as we seek to prepare ourselves for the new year, we must remember that it is also about positioning ourselves for God to move. Here's how... Read this is a blog: Heaveninbusiness.com/blog/how-to-prepare-and-position-for-increase NEXT STEPS: 1. Make your plans AND 2. Let go of control, surrender your life afresh to God 3. Don't do this alone! Join us at upcoming conference or e...

Last week Janine and I went out of town for a couple days to have a mini-retreat, hear God and plan the year... without distractions. There's something special about getting out of your normal 'space' to get away and get a different perspective. Check out   last weeks' blog   and   podcast   to hear about how we prepared. In this episode I highlight some of our key lessons and...

Welcome to your new season! In this post we give you some of the really practical tips on how we are going about hearing God and developing strategy for growth this year. We have found that when we have a plan that we are both on the same page with, that it is WAY more likely to turn out well. The plan supports us, we don't support the plan (that means we can change it if we need to). So here's so...

We are at the time of year where we intentionally set aside time to reflect, capture learning, express gratitude and plan for next years growth. As we have heard from a number of you asking for the templates, here's all the best we know of in one location. You're welcome! Full list and links here NEXT STEP : Join us for a live weekly call where we share encouraging and inspiring stories what God i...

Listen in to this incredibly powerful story of Joanne Moody who experienced debilitating pain for 15 years and then was healed in a moment. She was living her dream in Hawaii as a serial entrepreneur, barely sleeping four hours a night then a literal God-intervention happened that led her to discover the reality of Jesus. Then, after getting married and having her first child, she was left with ex...