The God and Gigs Show | A Podcast for Christian Creators

What would you do if the thing that scares you the most actually happened?  For many creators, having their gift or career taken away would feel like a death sentence.   Could you trust God if your future as a creator was uncertain?  In this transparent episode, host Allen C. Paul shares how he handled a potentially career-threatening injury, and the lessons he learned about faith and trusting God...

What if the key to your next creative chapter isn't a strategy, or a career hack - but instead opening yourself up to a new relationship?  In this episode, Allen sits down with Wendy and Derek Hadinger, the husband-and-wife duo behind the Create A Way Today Podcast, for a conversation about what happens when creators give each other permission to explore their gifts in their God-given design!...

Ever feel like a dry season in your creative life means something's wrong between you and God?  In this episode, Allen breaks down why writer's block doesn't actually equal spiritual disconnection — and walks through four practical moves for what to do when the ideas stop showing up.  If you're a Christian creator who's ever judged yourself for an empty page, this one&apos...

Have you ever found yourself in conflict as an artist with the church you want to serve - either because you didn't fit the mold, or the church didn't know how to develop your skill?  Is there a solution? Rick Sorenson thinks so.  As a lifelong artist, and now author and speaker, Rick has relentlessly explored the connections between faith, creativity, and worship. In this conversation w...

It seems EVERYONE is calling themselves a 'creator' these days - and they are using A.I. and all sorts of tools to do it. But what does Scripture say about being a creator?  Are we missing the true meaning and power behind the word, and actually dumbing it down by applying it to anyone that it seems to fit?  In this episode, we unpack a surprising Scripture verse that reveals the heart b...

Negotiating a deal. Protecting your brand. Understanding contracts. Sound intimidating? In this episode, Allen sits down with entertainment attorney Amy Oraefo to explore why legal strategy isn't something you do after success—it's something you build before the opportunity arrives. Amy has over 13 years of experience negotiating multi-million dollar deals for musicians, producers, podca...

Thinking about FINALLY getting serious about building a creator business that goes BEYOND a hobby?  Let me guess...you're both inspired - and nervous. You're inspired to try to push yourself further and really go for it in your creative pursuits. But you're nervous because you don't know if this is really God's will for your creator lifestyle.  If you're feeling this...

Have you ever wondered how stand-up comedians keep an audience roaring with laughter? Is it just a God-given gift? Or does it require a discipline that is rarely noticed or understood?  In this episode, you're going to get a inside-look at the real life of a comedian - how they break into the industry, work on their craft, and find a place in an ultra-competitive industry.  But that's no...

You've got the gifts. You've got the talent. You show up, you do the work—and yet there's money on the table that you're not collecting. Here's why: there are people out there right now who actually want to pay you, and they literally can't. Because you've made it too complicated for them to actually pull the trigger.   How much money have you possibly left on th...

Can you weave your faith into your creator work without compromising authenticity or turning your audience off?  Whether you're a Christian author, musician, podcaster, or creative entrepreneur, you've probably struggled to figure out how to stay true to your faith while building mainstream success. In other words - being authentic without being heavy-handed or "preachy" with y...

Are you 'winging it' when it comes to the business side of your creative life?  In this episode, Allen C. Paul walks through five essential questions every creator must answer to move from simply doing creative work to running a real business. Whether you're just getting started or thinking about next-level growth, these five pillars will help you protect your work, simplify your li...

Have you been unknowingly saying 'no' to the creator opportunities you are praying for  - because they don't show up the way you expected? From classical pianist, to music industry intern, to becoming a sought after consultant and eventually the digital marketing director of Shonda Rhimes' production company, Shondaland, Vannesia Darby's uncommon path proves that God posit...

Do you experience a rude awakening every April when Tax Day approaches?  If so, you're one of many creators who seem to be caught off-guard by this yearly reminder that your creator business is just that - a business. And the IRS does not take it easy on you just because you are not 'good at business.'  In this episode, we're highlighting three critical money mistakes that coul...

What do you do when you know you’re called to create… but your breakthrough hasn’t come yet? In this episode, Chastity —recording artist and background vocalist for legendary artists like Musiq Soulchild —shares her journey as a background vocalist and creative navigating the tension between calling and timing. If you’ve been working in your craft for years and still feel overlooked, this conversa...

How should you respond as a faith-focused creator when you're faced with the most distressing moments of your life?  Should you unplug completely from your work? Does your art have a role in your healing?  In this transparent excerpt from our Friday Creator Checkup livestream, I (Allen) am sharing my honest reflections after a sad and unexpected turn of events in my family. It's my hope...

In one of our most popular interviews, singer-songwriter Teea Goans shares the journey she took from being a successful country cover song artist to confidently sharing her own music - all because she followed God's prompting to take a leap of faith in her musical career.  As a singer-songwriter based in Nashville, Teea Goans has experienced all the highs and lows of the artist lifestyle. Hav...

What if the thing you call your “day job” is actually supposed to complement - not compete with - your creative calling? In this episode, you’ll meet Chris Whittington—a steel industry executive with over 20 years in the corporate world who has also built a lifelong career as a recording artist, session musician and worship leader. Instead of choosing between business and music, Chris has learned...

Ever felt like your creative life depends on doing ALL the things - by yourself?  In this episode, we take an honest look at the isolation many creators experience and why trying to carry every responsibility on your own eventually leads to burnout.  You’ll learn how to start finding that support—even if it feels like no one around you understands what you’re building If you’ve been feeling overwh...

She built it. It worked. And then God asked her to let it go. In this episode, we sit down with Joleen Steel — minister, former music studio owner, and co-leader of Camping Stick Kids — to talk about what it really means to build something that grows God's Kingdom while also stretching your faith and your creative gifts.  You'll learn how to create a purpose-filled brand without tying yo...

Remember how our parents said "If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all?" Sure, it may seem like old-fashioned advice, but it may save you from a ton of lost opportunities.  In this episode we explore the danger of offering negative critiques and oversharing in creator circles, in response to  a recent IG reel by top BGV contractor Jazmin Crumley. See the orig...

Can Christian creators actually LEARN something from the Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show?  In this episode, we'll unpack the one key lesson that all faith-centered creators can take from the cultural impact of this performance.  We're also making a personal appeal to all of our viewers and listeners to share your thoughts about the podcast! What can we improve?  Please share your thou...

What happens when your creativity, your faith, and your healing journey collide? In this powerful and deeply honest episode of God and Gigs , Allen C. Paul sits down with Dr. Laurette Willis—cognitive behavioral therapist, creator of PraiseMoves, and living testimony of God’s redemptive power—to talk about trauma, creativity, and what it really means to renew your mind. Dr. Laurette shares her rem...

In this episode, we'll share some honest thoughts on a recent debate sparked by rapper Andy Mineo regarding the implications of the 'Christian artist' label and whether it helps - or limits - your authenticity and creative expression. Hear the complete episode on the "Mature Me" Podcast with Rich Wilkerson, Jr. where this clip was shared here .  Send us a message! Don&apos...

Are you being faithful to your process, or are you just stuck in a loop? In this episode, we answer the difficult question of what to do when you feel like your growth and impact has hit a ceiling.  Many Christian creators feel guilty about changing their strategy because they believe consistency means doing the exact same thing forever. But there is a huge difference between healthy consistency a...

Could perfectionism and comparison ruin your greatest opportunity before you even get to enjoy it?  If you let it, your desire to be 'perfect' might be the thing that robs you of the ability to show up confidently and authentically - and I (Allen) learned this from experience.  I'm letting you into a vulnerable moment right before I spoke for an audience of podcasters at Podfest 202...