Kingdom First Podcast - God's Blueprint For Your Best Life

What do you do when God calls you to let go of control—and trust Him with everything? In this powerful episode, Jonathan Lautermilch sits down with Alex Holt for a raw conversation about identity, surrender, and building a Kingdom-first life. From Jonathan’s story of chasing success and nearly losing himself, to Alex’s testimony of finding peace and clarity through obedience, this episode unpacks...

What happens when success, heartbreak, and 57 years of self-reliance collide with a divine encounter? In this transformative episode, Coach Eric Mitchell joins Jonathan Lautermilch to share how a moment of emotional crisis became the doorway to encountering Christ for the first time. After three decades of coaching elite athletes, Eric found himself navigating personal devastation—and ultimately,...

What happens when success feels empty, heartbreak hits, and you realize you’ve been living life your way—not God’s? In this powerful Kingdom First Podcast episode, military veteran and entrepreneur Nathan Wheeler joins host Jonathan Lautermilch to share how God completely transformed his life. From a painful childhood and 11 years of military service to heartbreak, near divorce, and spiritual rene...

What happens when two men get real about leadership, identity, and the battles nobody talks about? In this vulnerable and high-impact episode, Brian Alexander joins Jonathan for a raw conversation about calling, comparison, and the fight to live with clarity in a noisy world. From nearly losing his marriage to questioning his own worth in ministry, Brian opens up about the masks he wore, the press...

What do you do when you’ve done everything “right” but still feel stuck, frustrated, and out of alignment? In this deep and transformative episode, entrepreneur and mentor Scott Rammage joins host Jonathan to share how letting go of control unlocked peace, purpose, and Kingdom impact. Raised in a Christian home and active in ministry, Scott knew all the right things to do—but it wasn’t until age 4...

What do you do when you hit rock bottom, and the only direction left is surrender? In this powerful and transparent episode, Zach Siegel joins host Jonathan to share how God took him from addiction, eviction, and $50,000 in debt, to peace, purpose, and building a six-figure business in just 10 months. From falling through a skylight in high school to detoxing in tears with nothing but a dog and a...

What do you do when your world falls apart overnight? In this powerful episode, Dr. Carter Check joins Jonathan and shares how a wrongful accusation in the military became the catalyst for meeting Jesus and reshaping his life forever. From suicidal thoughts in a Korean barracks to finding God in a Kojic chapel, Carter unpacks what it really means to live with presence over performance. He reveals...

What do you do when the truth doesn’t seem to matter, and your name is dragged through the mud? In this raw and redemptive conversation, former police officer Sean Pena joins host Jonathan and shares how God walked him through a season of false accusations, public humiliation, and spiritual warfare. From a near-fatal motorcycle accident to leading drug busts in Phoenix, Sean was living his calling...

What happens when a world-class athlete loses everything twice and still finds purpose through it all? In this powerful first-ever guest episode of Kingdom First Podcast, Rob Rene joins host Jonathan to share how being hit by a truck, enduring depression, and facing a stage 3 cancer diagnosis ultimately led him to a deeper walk with Christ. From athletic dreams to corporate success to holistic hea...

Is your fear of lack keeping you from living the abundant life God promised? In this raw and real episode, host Jonathan shares his powerful financial journey from scarcity and setbacks to tithing and six-figure breakthroughs. He opens up about how shifting from ownership to stewardship and inviting God into his financial decisions completely transformed his mindset, business, and purpose. Whether...

What if the door that didn’t open was God’s greatest gift to you? In this powerful episode, host Jonathan shares a deeply personal story of disappointment, redirection, and purpose. After being passed up for what he thought was a dream opportunity, Jonathan wrestled with doubt until he realized God had something better. Through Scripture, storytelling, and heartfelt encouragement, he shows how clo...

What if the only thing holding you back is a lie you believed for too long? In this raw and faith-filled episode, Jonathan shares how failure, fear, and limiting beliefs nearly stopped him from becoming the person God created him to be. From walking away from his first business to battling chronic pain, he opens up about learning to stop taking cues from the world—and start trusting the voice of G...

Are you chasing God’s calling or just your own ambition in disguise? In this transparent and powerful episode of Kingdom First Podcast, Jonathan shares the difference between hustle and holy alignment. He opens up about the breaking point that led to his full surrender to God and the peace, clarity, and blessings that followed. You’ll hear how one defining moment changed everything, why peace is a...

What would your life look like if you truly put God first—in your time, your talents, and your treasure?  In this powerful and personal episode of Kingdom First Podcast, host Jonathan Lautermilch shares his six-month journey of redefining stewardship and surrendering ownership. With honest stories, biblical wisdom, and practical examples, Jonathan reveals how shifting your mindset from “mine” to “...

What if the tough season you’re in right now is actually setting you up for something bigger than you imagined? In this episode, Jonathan Lautermilch gets real about finding peace when life feels all over the place—whether you’re dealing with stress in your business, your marriage, your health, or just trying to hold it all together. He talks about the difference between simply believing in God an...

Join host Jonathan Lautermilch in this week’s episode as he explores the powerful biblical principle of sowing and reaping. Jonathan shares his journey of shifting from a scarcity mindset to embracing the law of reciprocity. He discusses how giving from a place of true generosity rather than expectation leads to long-term blessings in business, relationships, and personal growth. 🔹 What You’ll Le...

In the very first episode of Kingdom First Podcast , host Jonathan Lautermilch discusses a turning point in his life when success in business didn’t mean success in everything else. If you’ve ever felt like life is out of balance, this episode is a must-listen. Jonathan keeps it real and encouraging as he lays the foundation for a life truly built on faith. 🔹 What You’ll Learn: How following the...

Welcome to the Kingdom First Podcast , where we explore what it truly means to live a God-first life. This show is for kingdom-minded entrepreneurs, leaders, and seekers who desire to align their lives with biblical principles for success. 🔹 What You’ll Learn: Biblically based principles for success Personal testimonies of faith and transformation How to build a life by design, not default How to...

Join Jonathan Lautermilch as he sits down with Adam, the founder of Rate Tracker, to explore his inspiring entrepreneurial journey. From childhood lessons in earning money to navigating setbacks and building a thriving payment processing company, Adam shares invaluable insights for entrepreneurs and business leaders. Key Points: Early Foundations: Lessons on work ethic and money management from Ad...

Episode Description: On this episode of Real Talk with Real Business Pros , Jonathan Lautermilch welcomes Jeremy, a coach and mentor to entrepreneurs with over two decades of experience in masterminding, coaching, and consulting. Jeremy shares his journey from running a computer consulting company in high school to building multiple successful ventures, all while maintaining entrepreneurial freedo...

In this episode of Real Talk with Real Business Pros , Jonathan Lautermilch sits down with Alan Davis, proud Army veteran and CEO of Faction Media. Alan shares his incredible journey from serving in Afghanistan to finding his purpose as a business owner dedicated to supporting veteran-owned businesses. Key Points: Military Lessons Applied to Business : Resilience, adaptability, and leadership. Aut...

In this episode of Real Talk with Real Business Pros , host Jonathan Lautermilch sits down with Atom Miller, a former chef turned artist and spiritual guide. Atom shares his incredible journey, including a life-changing tragedy, and his path to personal growth, faith, and supporting others in their transformation. Key Points: Faith and Personal Growth: How life-altering events shaped Atoms’s under...

In this episode of Real Talk with Real Business Pros , Jonathan Lautermilch sits down with Shane Spraggs, CEO, bestselling author, and leader in the remote work movement. Together, they explore the evolution of remote work, the realities of working online, and how technology like AI is reshaping industries. Shane shares his entrepreneurial journey, highlighting lessons learned from perseverance, n...

Episode Description: In this insightful episode of Real Talk with Real Business Pros , host Jonathan Lautermilch welcomes John Raymond, a respected executive with over 25 years of experience in leadership, real estate, and high-end hospitality. John takes us through his journey from a retail job to becoming a trusted leader, sharing powerful lessons on resilience, leadership, and growth along the...

In this episode of Real Talk with Real Business Pros , Jonathan Lautermilch interviews Laura Watson, founder and lead coach at Venture Coaching International. Laura shares her journey from social work to coaching, inspired by her parents' generosity and her husband’s entrepreneurial challenges. With over 25 years of experience, Laura offers practical strategies for entrepreneurs looking to strengt...