The Shepherd at Work

You ever wonder if God is moving even when you can’t see it? Or what it really means to have Him go before you—equipping you with everything you need for that season? Meet Cassandra Diaz, founder of The Trading Post Café in St. Cloud, Florida—a family-owned, faith-fueled business that’s literally spreading Scripture one tea bag at a time. What started as a small tea and spice shop has become a gro...

At just six years old, Marius Dancea left Romania with his family, carrying the spark of entrepreneurship that would one day ignite a movement. Today, that spark has become EmpowerLinked — a groundbreaking business turning digital marketing into a Kingdom advancement tool. Marius is bold, creative, and relentless about one thing: getting the Word of God in front of everyone, everywhere. From digit...

When cancel culture came for him, Claton Butcher lost everything in a week. But what looked like devastation became divine redirection. Out of that moment, God gave him a vision—to create a cancel-free culture for Christian authors, artists, and families. Claton is the founder and president of CrossCurrent Digital, a fast-growing media platform delivering faith-based, family-friendly audiobooks, e...

Prior to recording, Andrew L. Anderson quietly slid aside a poem he had recently written—obedient to the Lord’s nudge to put the insight on paper, not realizing how God would call it into the light for this very episode. That poem—“!Monsters in the Closet!”—became the heartbeat of our conversation. You’ll hear the powerful reveal and discover why the timing was no accident. This episode is about u...

What happens when the #1 ranked sales trainer in the world puts Jesus at the center of his business strategy? Joe Pici isn’t just a global guru—he’s Krystal’s coach, a powerhouse communicator, and a living example of faith in action. Named the world’s top sales trainer and keynote speaker by Global Gurus, Joe has equipped hundreds of thousands of professionals across four continents to build pipel...

Fresh off the SWC 2024 USCCC Conference, Eve Nasby returned home to California fired up to do business with fellow believers. But when she looked around… she couldn’t find anyone to connect with. So, she launched the San Diego Christian Chamber of Commerce—and the response was so overwhelming, the website had to be shut down on launch day! Eve is leading with fearless faith, bold vision, and the h...

From HGTV, Food Network, and Travel Channel to creating their own faith-driven production company, Matt and Season Wilmoth’s story is one of transformation, obedience, and boldness. As founders of Almighty Wings Productions, they’ve gone from editing for major TV networks to producing family-friendly and Kingdom-centered content with a mission: to be salt and light in the world of visual entertain...

What do you do when God Himself stops you in your tracks and asks: “If what you believe is true, then why this?” That’s exactly what happened to Jamal Maxsam. As a teenager, he had a radical encounter with Jesus that shattered deception and changed the trajectory of his life forever. Today, Jamal is a leadership igniter, faith-builder, and author—helping believers step into their calling to lead b...

What happens when your identity is shaken to the core—but God uses it to ignite a national movement? Mina Carlson, co-founder of the Arizona Christian Chamber of Commerce and SVP of the U.S. Christian Chamber Coalition, shares her powerful journey of resilience, faith, and Kingdom purpose. From leading startups to $25M+ in revenue to advising billion-dollar corporations, Mina was already a seasone...

They walked away from the world’s version of success—and discovered something better. Jessica and Javie Madrigal, founders of New Local Marketing, aren’t just marketing pros. They’re husband-and-wife Kingdom entrepreneurs on a mission to take “local” from an afterthought to a power move—helping businesses grow without compromising their values. In this episode, they share their journey of reinvent...

She’s known as the queen of innovation—but in this episode, Natalie Born doesn’t just talk about disrupting ideas, she challenges you to disrupt your life. Author of Set It on Fire: The Art of Innovation, Natalie shares the first step every leader must take to ignite creativity and transformation in their business. But the conversation takes an unexpected—and powerful—turn when she connects the bi...

Are you—without realizing it—voting yourself out of a job? Linda J. Hansen wants to make sure the answer is a resounding no. As the Founder & President of Prosperity 101, she’s on a mission to equip everyday Americans with the knowledge they need to connect public policy with personal prosperity—and protect the freedoms that make opportunity possible. Her story is as inspiring as her mission. Once...

What if the key to success isn’t chasing what you want—but stewarding what you already have? Lasheena Williams has built a career and life anchored in the belief that work is worship. Her blueprint for success starts with letting go of self-driven ambition and allowing God to provide exactly what’s needed—right when it’s needed. In this inspiring episode, Lasheena shares: How shifting her focus fr...

HR isn’t just about policies, paperwork, and compliance anymore—at least not if you ask Mark Griffin. In his first appearance on The Shepherd at Work, Mark shared his passion for building Christ-centered workplaces. Now, he’s back with his brand-new book, Faith Driven HR, and an even bolder vision: transforming Human Resources into a mission-driven, people-focused, Kingdom-advancing force. In toda...

Can you stand out in the marketplace without selling out? Joy Capps says yes—but not without a fight. As a seasoned communications strategist and author of Joyful Copy, Joy has worked with high-level leaders to craft compelling messages that get results. But even in Kingdom circles, she noticed something troubling: a drift. A subtle slide toward compromise. A pressure to perform. In this refreshin...

He had the access. The headlines. The lifestyle. But none of it filled the void. Rob Maaddi was a former athlete turned nationally known sports reporter—chasing a life that looked glamorous on the outside but left him empty on the inside. In the midst of it all, Rob met Jesus—and everything changed. He thought surrendering to God meant leaving the industry behind and heading to the pulpit. But God...