Christian Business Values Podcast

Listen to how Robery Gerber the owner of GJS Architecture builds through faith. Learn what GJS is all about - spreading the word of God through every project. Don't forget to tune in for every episode of Christian Business Values with host Rick Durkee by visiting  www.ChristianBusinessValues.com

On this edition of Christian Business Values with Rick Durkee, guest Fred Wittle discusses the Charleston Leadership Foundation and his own personal growth through faith.

Ray Mannello discusses caring for seniors with a faith-based foundation at Senior Care Authorities on this edition of Christian Business Values with Rick Durkee.

Watch and listen to how Rick Durkee and Chris Holdorf talk about the water mission and what it can do for many other places that do not have the luxuries of clean water and how we can help. To support this cause go here https://watermission.org/staff/chris-holdorf-dsl/

Holly Fisher joins host Rick Durkee on this edition of Christian Business Values to discuss business growth and marketing, and how her faith has helped her assist her Charleston area business owner clients in creating a clear and impactful marketing message.

Former professional baseball player and public speaker Chris Singleton shares his journey through faith and adversity with us on this edition of Christian Business Values.

On this episode of Christian Business Values Rick Durkee is joined by Choice Point SC's Butch Howard and Mike Lanterman. Butch & Mike explain how their faith and Christian beliefs have guided their decisions in life and their careers.

Erin Corder discusses faith and business leadership, particularly throughout the pandemic, on this episode of Christian Business Values with Rick Durkee.

Guest & author Jason Mackey joins Rick Durkee to discuss his book, Medicare Blueprint, recent changes to healthcare laws, and how his business principles have been guided by faith.

Frank Wells checks back in with Rick Durkee to talk about the progress Holy City Med has made and about the services they offered and challenges they faced during the midst of COVID.

Dr. Troy Hall stops back in to visit with Rick Durkee and discuss the release of his new book "Fanny Rules" and about how Cohesion Culture is continuing to boost business productivity.

Our original host rejoins the podcast to bring back a message of faith, hope, and how Christian based leadership in business can help guide your business to success and through the difficulties involved in operation. C12 is a peer advisory group for Christian business owners. The mission is to equip Christian business owners to equip their businesses for better purposes and change the world by advancing the gospel.

15th Annual Walk for Water with the ability to participate in many different ways, even a virtual walk. The money raised by the Walk for Water has served 7 million people in 57 countries around the world giving people access to safe water. This year's event will be Saturday, March 20th.

#135 - Deb Ohlendorf - The Pregnancy Center by Christian Business Values

#134 - Shirlie Taylor - Business Success Dynamics by Christian Business Values

Stepping out in faith isn't always easy. Dr. Crissy Ortiz shares the importance of finding her calling through the renewing of her mind. Sometimes God asks us to move on and we don't even know the plan. We do so in faith, and that's how the Autism Project took shape. Romans 12:2

Join Chris Naughton as he shares his story from curiosity to spirituality. Coming from a broken and dysfunctional home, he found Christ while attending College. From there his life changed and today, Chris is instrumental in bringing the Cristo Rey Charleston High School project to a local underserved community in the Lowcountry. Psalms 11:2

**SPECIAL EDITION #132 Dr. Robert Nuttall - Prayer Breakfast by Christian Business Values

Many times poor life choices can lead us to a place of hopelessness where we feel we are at the end of our rope. David Truluck was at this point when he experienced the hope found in Jesus Christ. Today, he is a pastor and Executive Director of Shield Ministries, where they are hope brokers that help men transition from their devistating past to a thriving by future. Romans 4:18

Dr. Mike heard God's voice at the age of fifteen calling him, "Give me a chance." Knowing that we serve a God of second chances, Dr. Mike recalls how God has used him through and after a divorce. Realizing that God is able to use even broken and scarred people along the leadership journey. It's not a sprint. John 4:39

How do you care for your flock in a way that is transformational? Arnold Kimmons explains why transformational giving is not what I can give you, instead it is what do I want for you? The shepherd's mindset in caring for his flock is in service and not personal gain. 1 Peter 5:2

Listen as Jose Noy explains how he hides from the racial tension in his life until God revealed His plan for him. "We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves." Romans 15:1

"God has faith in me. I will learn and share my experiences with others." As we continue our podcast series featuring Jack Shannon, he explains how God breaks into his heart from time to time and how suffering allows him to feel closer to Christ. 2 Timothy 2:10.

"My selfishness goes before me. It brings focus to the glory of God and his unending love for me." This is just one of the many powerful messages Jack Shannon in this week's podcast. Listen as we make sense of how Jack was struck by lightning. Romans 8:20

Within 3 years of their release, 2 out of 3 people are rearrested and more than 50% are incarcerated again. Tim shares a riveting testimony of how God made way for his second chance. If you have ever thought you might never recover from a tragic life choice, listen to Tim's story and how God made a way for him. James 5:16

Called early in life to read books on business, Jeff Stallings, came to know Christ as age 10. In this episode, hear how Jeff uses his family storage business, Mobile Attic, to connect with people through every white box. Ephesians 2:10 and James 4:7

From being raised in a family surrounded by alcohol, drugs, and pornography to being plucked out of the fire, Dr. Fultz was called to God at the age of 12. Secretly he began reading Romans over and over again. Listen to his story of transformation as he went from conversion to discipleship. Psalm 1:1

It's not always easy when God calls you to be more dependent upon him than yourself. Listen as Chris reveals how he answered God's question, "If you lose everything, will you still follow and love me? It's quite a journey to trust God in the face of conventional wisdom that tells us differently. Isaiah 26:3-4

Nick shares his first experience on a trip to Kenya and his connection to the children of Africa. Find out what God had in store for him and his wife, Brandie, as they came to be parents for the first time. John 3:17

What does it mean to be the light of your community? Dr. Troy and Jamie Jordan explore the principles that help us pursue unity instead of division. Join the conversation and be one with the many and clothe yourself with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Ephesians 2:14

How can you fulfill your greatest purpose? Erin Corder shares her God response to the inquiry, "What do you want me to do with our resources?" Listen as Erin explains why her faith is not unto herself, but for the world around her. Romans 12:2

What can you do when you wake up with fear, torment, and anxiousness thinking you are going to die and leave your children motherless? Get a God "Power Smack." At least that's what Lori called it. Hear how she overcame the toxic thoughts that were cheating her out of the future. Lori takes us to church. Isiah 61:1-11

What is like when you claim God as your father and provider with all your heart, mind, and soul? Just ask Kenny Gardner, an attorney with Butler Snow. His relationship with God is built upon scripture and he has only one job to do. Hear Kenny reveals thoughts about honest prayer, his purpose, and his children's salvation. Genesis 15:1, Micah 6:8, and 2 Timothy 1:7

Frank Wells owns and operates Holy City Med Primary and Urgent Care in Charleston SC. Frank shares how he embodies the power of God's love into his business. Listen as Frank reminds us of the power in leadership when we focus on serving others and not being served. He integrates his values into work through prayer, serving his employees, being generous and practicing forgiveness. Mark 12:30-31

Claude Tackett shares his story of going from the tragedy of losing his wife after childbirth to a full life with a new partner and children. Instead of running away from it, Claude ran to his faith. He realized that the onlooking world evaluates Christians on how we treat one another. Listen to Claude's story of how he has come full circle and now helps others resolve conflict in their lives. John 13:34-35

John is the founder and CEO of Unlimited Performance. He connects with Christ through prayer. To help remind him, John fills a pocket with coins. Each time he prays and gives thanks, he moves a coin to another pocket. His work is not done until all coins are transferred. John shared that when he looks for what God has next in store for him, he goes back and makes sure he finished whatever God had given to him before. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Justin Waycaster, the owner of Coastal Castaway Service Group, specializes in rejuvenating old furniture and giving it new life. Justin applies this concept to his life story and it started when he understood the power of seeking the kingdom of God to help control his anxiety and worry. Justin's outward focus of his faith draws encouragement from knowing Jesus was not defined by what he did, but by who he is. Matthew 6:33.

Dr. Art Wolinsky is a retired Internist who last served at the VA Medical Center in Charleston SC. Dr. Wolinsky explains that pills are not the answer for all things. A person needs more. They need peace and hope, which can be found in the Good News of the gospel. Source the truth and take comfort knowing true peace is found in Jesus. 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3

Cindy emphasizes that when we are inspired it is because we are in spirit. Our language builds our world. Speaks words of inspiration, affirmation, and beauty. Be your best self and think about how you can influence your community through truth, nobility, righteousness, purity, excellence, and praiseworthiness. Combining our gifts and talents allows us to be equipped to serve our purpose according to God's plan. Philippians 4:8

Holly shares the importance of creating a relationship routine with Christ. She suggests that the work environment is as much a mission field as going off to other places in the world. Holly challenges herself and other leaders to look for ways to integrate faith into workplaces and communities through this scripture: "In their hearts, humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps." Proverbs 16:9 NIV

Jamie challenges listeners to see with spiritual eyes instead of their fleshy eyes. When people are in the dark they may be more inclined to try and see on their own efforts. God will open our eyes to new opportunities and treasures. "I will give you hidden treasures, riches stored in secret places, so that you may know that I am the Lord, the God of Israel, who summons you by name." Isaiah 45:3

Fear inhibits the future and our fear is fueled with feelings of uncertainty or when our safety and security is in peril. However, our God of Hope (Romans 15:13) reminds us to cast all worry and anxiety aside (Philippians 4:6-7). God renews our strength so we can run and not grow weary and then gives us wings to soar like eagles (Isaiah 40:31).

In this episode, Dr. Troy uses scriptural references to connect the elements of a Cohesion Culture™ with proven, Christ-centered truth. Starting with John 3:16, God wants us to belong to His kingdom. God says we have value, and He offered the best example of mutual commitment with the sacrifice of his only son.

Kevin shares that his most pleasant surprise was how we was able to extend his corporate, Christ-centered culture outside the four walls to the community. Although not feeling confident with creating relationships with authority figures earlier in life, Kevin learned to warm up to God through interacting, abiding and delighting in the Lord. Psalms 37:4

Jamie's story is about applying and integrating Christian values not just on Sunday, but every day of the week. He urges Christians not to be chameleons who compartmentalize their Christianity and change their colors daily. Instead, be steadfast in one's commitment to the Lord. Work together and be of one mind, one voice and one action for the betterment of all. Romans 12:1

Cathy's story reminds Christians of the responsibility to put his/her gifts and talents into action for God's purpose and His kingdom. Her mantra "Scripture before Screens" means to start each day with the word before accessing texts, emails, and media feeds. 1 Peter 1:13

Dr. Troy's story reveals how his eyes were opened to creating a transformational relationship with Christ. For him the change occurred when he went from knowing the facts about Christ to learning His heart. Dr. Troy impacts his community through acts of service and giving. Psalms 119:18