This second show on getting involved in foster care (check out the first show too) is so practical and inspiring! It challenges workplace believers and retirees alike to flip the foster care system on its head – in a good way. About 90% of foster parents quit within 2 years due to the overwhelming challenges. But you and your church can be the reason these families choose to keep fostering.

Enjoy another “mic flip” where Jim and Martha are the ones being interviewed!   This time they chat with South African Faith & Work enthusiast Bill Hollis. This conversation is chocked full of wisdom and emphasizes that God has equipped individuals with specific gifts and talents to fulfill their roles in the workplace, no matter where they are or what they do.

Get a high-level overview of fostering with Jim & Martha Brangenberg. They are joined by Cindy King, Equipping Director at the Keystone Family Alliance in Pennsylvania. Since the government is not great at parenting, it's imperative that the Church steps up to care for the widows and orphans, as expressed many times in God’s Word. Listen and pray about how you can get involved in fostering or supporting foster families.

In this episode of iWork4Him, Jim and Martha Brangenberg shake things up by tossing out the idea that work and ministry are separate worlds. Nope, they're all about bringing faith right into the 9-to-5 grind! You’ll hear about why it’s so important to have a correct view of your identity as a believer on assignment, living with Jesus at the center in every part of your life.

In this episode of the iWork4Him Podcast, hosts Jim and Martha Brangenberg are joined by John Wilson, a former country music promoter, who unveils his personal journey from wanting nothing to do with Christianity to becoming the visionary force behind Light the Way Ministry. This organization takes the Church to people who might never step foot into a sanctuary through music festivals and now their September tent revival in Springfield, Missouri.

Never doubt that God has a plan! This is what guest Lisa van den Berg learned over the last several years as she journeyed from South Africa to England to California and finally landed in Austin, Texas. Lisa reflects on her initial hesitations about Christianity, but a powerful encounter changed everything and made her realize that she could have a relationship with God and have ambitions.

Do you ever feel like you’re all alone at work – the only one living out Christian values?  Andrew Crapuchettes and his company Red Balloon want to assure you that you’re not alone! You can be bold for Jesus wherever you go, taking your whole self to work each day. Andrew has been a Christian CEO for quite a while seeking to bless 1) the customer, 2) employees, and 3) stakeholders, in that order. However, his commitment to being a Christian CEO ultimately led to losing his job three years ago.

Make way for Lifework Leadership Dallas, a transformative initiative aimed at integrating faith into the workplace. Led by guest John Dembeck, the program will span nine months (starting September 2024), empowering professionals to express their God-given talents and positively impact their workplaces and communities.

Discover the transformative journey of Sean Kouplen, CEO of Regent Bank. In a dynamic interview, Sean shares his unexpected path from farm life to banking, revealing a God-sized turn of events during the 2008 financial crisis that saved Regent Bank. This milestone moment inspired Sean’s commitment to truly partnering with God and has led to the bank's astounding growth and a ripple effect of God’s goodness.

Dive into the newest episode featuring Bob Willbanks from G7 Networking. You’ll hear some fantastic real-life stories about how G7 groups have been changing lives and changing business for Christians across the country.

In this heartwarming episode of iWork4Him, hosts Jim and Martha are joined by the dynamic power couple, Robert and Kay Lee Fukui from MarriedEntrepreneurs.co, bringing an extra dose of excitement to Valentine's Day. Together, they unpack the tricky balance between work success and marriage bliss, sharing their insights as seasoned marriage mentors.

We’re excited to bring back Brad Hawkins, founder of SaferNet, to share his insights on abiding. Brad stresses the significance of staying connected to Jesus, spending dedicated time in the morning for reflection, and allowing the Holy Spirit to guide decisions. Krystal Parker of the US Christian Chamber of Commerce also makes an appearance in a special “live commercial.” She gives a beautifully succinct message about who the USCCC serves and about its mission to partner with more businesses and more Christian chambers across the nation.

Step into a vibrant episode that draws inspiration from Jesus' call for unity in John 17:20. The iWork4Him Podcast welcomes back the dynamic Catherine Gates, VP of Business Partnerships at Polished Network, sharing her transition from Women in the Marketplace to Polished – a first-hand example of sacrificial collaboration to further the Kingdom.

Meet ePaymint’s dynamic duo, Jodi Durst and Kimberly Coley! These women go against the grain in a male-dominated industry that can often be “slimy.” Dive into the world of Kingdom-driven payment processing, turning the mundane into a vibrant mission field.

Welcome to the iWork4Him Podcast guest Ed Rush, a former fighter pilot turned business consultant and author. Ed shares his unique journey of faith, showing that it only takes one person to make an eternal difference in the lives of thousands. He started his career in the Marine Corps, thinking he was all alone as a believer among all 192,000 Marines, but God showed him early on how present He was in Ed’s life.

In this captivating episode, hosts Jim and Martha Brangenberg engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Joshua Brown, the visionary behind PressureWashingPastor.com. Joshua shares his transformative journey from a challenging upbringing to serving as a pulpit pastor for 22 years and, subsequently, venturing into entrepreneurship with a unique focus on pressure washing.

Peter Lawry shares his journey of integrating faith and work, rejecting the conventional separation of Sunday and Monday. From nursing to accounting, Peter landed in the consulting business. It was here that he was challenged by a friend to make God the CEO of his business. And that changed everything.

The last episode of 2023! Hosts Jim and Martha reflect on the past year and set their sights on the theme for 2024: transitioning from "iWork4Him" to "I Work WITH Him." Happy New Year to our iWork4Him audience!

In this festive episode, Jim and Martha celebrate Christmas at the workplace, emphasizing the unique opportunity it provides to share the love of Jesus. They reflect on their own Christmas traditions, the magic of the season, and the importance of intentional faith integration in our everyday lives.

In this episode of iWork4Him, we take a look at the importance of unity and connection among Jesus followers in the marketplace. This conversation emphasizes the transformation that occurred when Krystal Parker – US Christian Chamber of Commerce president – fully integrated her faith with her work and explores the mission of the USCCC, dedicated to celebrating and supporting Christian businesses nationwide.