We are here today with Chief Pastoral Officer of Movement Mortgage and Sovereign’s Capital, Stephen Phalen. Follow along as we discuss the journey of Movement Mortgage from start up to top 10 status in the industry. 

Can redemptive companies operate at a large scale? Movement Mortgage went from a handful of faith driven visionaries to 5000 employees. The impressive part is that they scaled the the Kingdom distinctives alongside the financial growth of the company. In addition to excelling in their industry, Movement Mortgage is igniting a mentoring movement to help awaken the Church in the business community. 

If you have struggled with hope in this season of darkness you will be ignited with faith as you hear the powerful testimony of what can happen when a company is 100% intentional about advancing the Kingdom. 

Check out these highlights:

• 3000 employees voluntarily participated in the company’s internal discipleship program 
• Movement Mentoring is a movement of God’s love taking place through Christ-centered mentoring in companies, churches and neighborhoods all over America!
• Providing free Movement Mentoring programs and guidance for any and all companies
• 450 salvations among employees
• Grab the Key! Industry leading, Black and Hispanic home ownership program
• Normalizing social transformation 
• Mission trips for non believers?
• Extreme commitment to employee wellbeing 
• Championing a giving culture by paying charities where employees choose to volunteer
• Scaling ‘Love’ in a large corporation
• Prioritizing interpersonal relationships as the key to employee loyalty and retention
• Sovereign’s Capital is leading the way in Faith Driven Investing and raising up impactful Kingdom companies around the world. 

Learn more: 

https://movement.com

https://movementmentoring.live

https://sovereignscapital.com 

Highlights include:

• We all have a seat at the table
• Changing the world through micro finance
• 99% pay back their loans?
• Muslim tithe money??
• Marketplace solutions are the way forward
• How Christians show their Kingdom distinctive when large amounts of money are involved
• Adjusting our perspective on the ‘10/40 window’
• What the Middle East (and the world) needs

Michael is a civil engineer who uses his engineering background and management training in his current role as a Christian mission leader and Community Development Professional.

He was appointed Lausanne Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa and coordinates the ministry of Lausanne in 20 countries in the region.

Born and raised in Egypt, he worked in many fields including Oil & Gas, Microfinance, Construction and Mining. Since 2012 he has been working with CEOSS, one of the largest development organizations in Egypt. 

He also just founded “Naslink”, a crowd lending platform that aims to transform giving into lending in Egypt.

Naslink.co

It is great to have Dr. Rafik back on the program!

I believe Dr. Rafik functions as a modern day 'man of Issachar'.

1 Chronicles 12:32 mentions ‘The Men of Issachar’ … these were men who ‘understood the times and new what to do’.

Follow along as we discuss the Missio Dei [Mission of God] that Dr. Rafik and his organization find themselves in the midst of in the Middle East and around the world. Message to All Nations is wisely advancing the Kingdom of God through Media and online platforms including their now established online 'Church of the Nations'.

Highlights include:

• The Mission of God in the Middle East

• Old and New Wineskins

• How Digital Church is Working!!

• Assessment about what God is doing in this season

• Hopeful trends in the Middle East

• How can a western, Christian professional relate to the Missio Dei in the Middle East?

Today we have the opportunity to talk with Sam Russell, the founder of The Buttered Biscuit. Also joining us we have the director of operations, Hunter Kissinger.

The Buttered Biscuit is a rare example of a company that was founded as a Kingdom Driven Enterprise that is actually very successful financially and is equally successful at the business of the Kingdom.

When the concept of a faith based company comes up even believers are hard pressed to describe what that would look like. Well the Buttered Biscuit will give you a real picture of what is possible.

I dive into the story of The Buttered Biscuit and discover an example of how a company can be excellent and operate in alignment with the interests of the Kingdom. 

This is a fully authentic and raw discussion that will fill you with hope that things can be different and give you the courage to be the one to bring change. 

Highlights Include:

• People over Profit!
• How do you love your employees better and yet protect the company?
• The hardest thing is telling the truth and creating a safe space for that to happen
• “It’s the people that make us want to Risk it for the Biscuit!”
• “Restaurants are not for the faint of heart!”
• Solving loneliness and solving hunger
• Excellent practical advise for aspiring entrepreneurs!

Larry served in mission leadership in Brazil for over twenty years, followed by another twenty years as VP of operations at Crossworld.

During that time, he founded IBEC Ventures, a Business as Mission consulting group, which has taken him to dozens of countries. 

In addition to teaching and writing, he is the author of The Greatest Missionary Generation. 

Recently Larry has written a powerful new book titled Missions Disrupted.

This book takes an inspired look at the state of Christian missions and where missions is heading… particularly from PROFESSIONAL MISSIONARIES to MISSIONAL PROFESSIONALS.

Join us as we dive into the reformation that is happening around 'Missio Dei' - The Mission of God!

Highlights include:

• The end of the anomaly of modern missions
• Capturing the moment.. A new season for missions
• What is Missio Dei?
• Why IBEC Ventures?
• Disruptive Innovation Theory and the future of missions
• The Sea Change in missiology
• How to Activate ALL believers into the Missio Dei
• Guidance for Pastors wrestling with Missio Dei

Eight years of work including two years on the ground establishing their sustainable, market-driven clean water company Uganda! The finish line is in site for the Matt and Jessica as their company is established and generating revenue.

"This is the first time I've ever had clean water in my life!"

After many startup challenges they have prayerfully been guided by the Lord with wisdom on how to provide an economically appropriate clean water service that is profitable and sustainable in one of the poorest regions on earth.

You will be inspired by this update. Matt shares profound insights into how you thrive and balance work & life in the midst of any overwhelming entrepreneurial effort.

One secret? It's all about establishing your heavenly Identity before you dive in.

Follow along as Matt shares his journey of bringing heaven down to earth and manifesting the love of God for people through clean water.

Learn more about Matt and Jessica's organization at: www.LiliesintheField.org

Ron has a fascinating history in Marketplace Mission and specifically in the context of Ukraine and the Middle East. He had been teaching redemptive entrepreneurship in Ukraine until the onset of the recent war. Now he is back in the US and heading up the International Business Institute at Messiah University.

If you want to know how a blue collar, American businessman can make a tremendous impact for the Kingdom both locally and overseas, then you will love this interview.

Ron is the real deal.

Highlights include:

• Are you doing REAL ministry as a business person?
• Six years of BAM in the Middle East
• 2 years training Ukrainians in redemptive entrepreneurship
• How business can and should transform a broken world
• How business can support an ecosystem of ministry options
• Miracles in the Middle East
• Issues and solutions around inadequate Gospel modeling with new churches in countries that produces sacred / secular divides.

As we move forward into this new year I wanted to remind us all that no matter what business we are in, what career field, or calling... We are all ultimately called to co-labor with our father God in the family business. The business of the Kingdom.

The business of the Kingdom is all about HOPE and REDEMPTION. We all of have a standing order to redeem the people, places and spaces that God has given us responsibility for. 

Let’s go into this new year confident and inspired about the Kingdom of God and lean into our redemptive role in the Mission of God.

BIG HIGHLIGHT:

In this episode you will hear the powerful and inspiring story of Heather Lacy and how God used her successful business in Thailand to employ many young women who had no other options in life other than the working in a brothel.

Heather's story is a leading example of the Business of Redemption!

I give a quick listen of my talk in the Marketplace Mission Track at the NWA For The Nations and I go on to explore the historical reasons in Church History regarding how 97% of the Body of Christ came to feel like they are sitting out the game. 

Oh, and I also share an open letter of repentance to believers who are called to work.

NWA For The Nations was a huge success!

Nearly 800 people from many churches, backgrounds and organizations gathered for this event. I was privilaged to head up the Marketplace Mission Track as the Metron Manager Project. The track was a HUGE HIT! Hundreds of university students and Christian professionals participated. 

14 practitioners and thought leaders from around the world shared their approaches regarding how to Advance the Kingdom of God through vocation.Andrew Scott, the co-founder of Scatter Global and president ofOperation Mobilization kicked off our theology of work driven emphasis the first night and delivered a powerful perspective on marketplace mission. The emphasis on a redemptive framework and leaning into our God-given design led to a liberating response to the Great Commission!

Thank you to all who prayed, gave and served in this event. It was a milestone event in our journey to help the Body of Christ recover the dignity and missionof vocation!

Randy is a non-stop entrepreneur, leadership expert and highly experienced in the ways of Kingdom Enterprise. 

He is also a co-founder of an amazingly successful company called ‘Jibu’. 

Jibu as 154 established franchise locations in 8 countries and 14,000 Viable Franchise locations emerging! 

More at: www.Jibuco.com

Jibu is a for-profit social enterprise that prioritizes impact in communities. Their hybrid approach stimulates responsible economic growth and independence. Through local entrepreneurship they produce safe drinking water as well as supply other essential products like LPG (Liquified Petroleum Gas) and fortified porridge and sell them at affordable prices in the communities they serve.

Jibu capitalizes and equips emerging market entrepreneurs to create affordable access to drinking water and other necessities. 

From Ordained Minister, professor at the Air Force academy, Space Industry Entrepreneur and Kingdom Enterprise pioneer… Randy has covered a LOT of terrain in his career. 

Follow along as I interview Randy about his highly successful and profitable Kingdom business model that is transforming poor urban areas in Africa and beyond. The key to redemptive business is to Make Money and Make Impact without compromising either. 

Highlights Include:

• There are Marketplace Solutions for poverty 
• Handouts are not God’s solution for poverty
• Equity vs. Donations
• Business is more than ‘Sustainable’
• 3 startups and 3 failures
• 10 viable locations expanded to 14000!
• Focusing on the transformational ecosystem … not just a product
• A highly evolved, upside down, franchise model
• Jibu has a 98% Franchisee success rate!
• How you vet a potential franchisee
• For Profit or Non Profit?
• The difference between BAM and ‘Business IS Mission’
• Generational impact
• Don’t apologize for making money
• What a redemptive framework actually is
• Solid advice for redemptive entrepreneurs 
• We have to become the people around us without compromising our values and beliefs
• What it really mean for a spiritual leader to equip the Saints

Christian banker, Mark Carter, shares his incredible testimonies and pointed wisdom in this raw and authentic episode.

Mark points out that the CHAOS is REAL... and shares his real experiences of bringing peace that PREACHES the GOSPEL into all the areas where we live, work and play.

You will find hope in this interview and get a taste of what scripture means in 1st Thessalonians 1:5 'for our gospel did not come to you in word only, but also in power and in the Holy Spirit and with full conviction'.

Do you ever wonder if redemptive business is even possible? Has anyone actually done this?

Beautiful Lives Boutique is a true case study in how you can impact a community and advance the Kingdom and make a real profit as a company! 

Executive director, Jessica Uranga, shares an in-depth look into this transformational organization and details their impact and model. You will be incredibly encouraged by this interview and inspired in your journey to recover the dignity and mission of your vocation.

I find this organization to be a rare example of a high functioning, profitable company that is intentionally built to advance the Kingdom of God. They are a great example of successful Business on Mission and are built from the ground up as a great commission company.

I always want to highlight how On Mission vocation is possible. People are actually doing it. Both in a corporate sense and on a personal level. It is important that we see this as do-able and that practical, profitable and purposeful business is a reality.

Highlights:

• What it takes to run a redemptive enterprise
• What are the 3 pillers, or 'bottom lines' in the company?
• Practical guidance for intentionality and out-sized Kingdom impact in a retail entity
• What is the X factor?
• How Dignity is imparted to women through a Thrift Boutique! 
• The challenge of conducting a profitable business as a non profit 
• Mindset challenges of 'ministry people' trying to do 'retail' 
• The need for Hybrid models 
• Who do you need to be and what would you need to do to launch a company like this?
• What are the leadership challenges faced in this effort?
• How to have a ministry model that works in a top brick and mortar shop
• Jessica's journey and why she values this opportunity 
• The best things take time, stay in something for the long-haul

The best way to talk about such a significant event is to hear directly from the person in charge. Well, we have the privilege of having Nathan Allen here today and he is that person! 

Nathan is the Global Outfitters director and New Heights Church Missions pastor here in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He is also the person behind the annual NWA for the Nations mission conference. 

We discuss the heavy emphasis on Marketplace Missions and how the role of the Metron Manager Project in facilitating that aspect of the conference. You will also hear Nathan's journey and the back-story of the NWA For The Nations conference. It's come along way from free pizza and mission talks for some college kids to being one of the nations premier mission conferences!

I hope you are inspired and I hope we see you at the event on October 21-22!

Conference and Registration Info:

https://www.global-outfitters.org/conference

Follow along as I share my background and how the Metron Manager Project came about. In this episode I widely cover the key points of missionized theology of work and how your Vocation is actually OCCUPATION in the Kingdom of God.

We cover this key question 'How do I move the Kingdom Needle in my sphere, my metron?' and many other wonderings that I hear voiced from Christians on a regular basis.

We also take a deep dive in Spiritual Authority. What it is. How it works. Why it matters. What you are supposed to do with it.

My aim is that this episode will equip and empower you to manage your Metron and effectively advance the Kingdom of God through your vocation!

Learn More about the Metron Manager Project and our brand new corporate training and equipping program called 'The Ways of Work' at www.MetronManager.com

Today we are back in Africa with Matt Brown! This is the 2nd season of our series called Uganda Startup. We are following the journey of Matt and Jessica Brown as they stand up a clean water company in remote Uganda. 

Follow along as Matt shares a highly encouraging update on their company and their journey as a family. Matt shares a deep and personal perspective on what it takes to see a startup through in a very complex and cross cultural environment. There are some Gold Nuggets in this discussion that will benefit any redemptive entrepreneur.

Highlights:

• Update on the clean water business
• The drilling was successful!
• Huge Win - Drinkable Water
• Analyzing a market in a remote market context
• What does Sustainability really look like 
• Viable? Sustainable? 
• The impact of culture on meeting needs and providing services
• The crucial element of local leaders
• The 4 Keys to identity and hire the right person to be the local face of the company
• How do you normalize and prioritize as an expat family?
• Cultivating spiritual community
• The crucial element of adaptability
• The Bible says ‘the horse is prepared for the day of battle but the victory belongs to the Lord’ 
• Be ready to do it the hard way but adapt as the Lord adjusts our plan
• Advice: You just don’t know what it’s going to take - be adaptable and don't hold things too tightly 
• Future outlook of the project and family travel plans

Why Workmatters? Take a deep dive into the history and tremendous current impact of 'Workmatters'!

David gives us an in-depth look into his journey from high-flying career positions in marketing, software and as a senior VP at JB Hunt... all the way to taking on the leadership of Workmatters.

You will resonate with this authentic and personal discussion as we cover not only the road that got David and Workmatters to this moment in time but also what Workmatters is doing to strategically partner with God in the workplace.

Highlights include:

• The origin story of Workmatters
• David's personal journey that led him to Workmatters
• How God can redeem our mistakes
• How to know when God is pulling on our calling
• How do you hear God in huge seasons of change
• What transformation looks like in Workmatters alumni
• What is the Glue that holds Workmatters together?
• How we deal with uncertainty
• Why conferences and community are important to a movement
• A deep dive into the upcoming Workmatters conference guest speakers and content
• David shares his insight into what God is doing right now and why it matters

Catherine is a leader and a true Kingdom influencer. She is a writer, public speaker, teacher, coach and Executive Director of the organization called ‘Women in the Marketplace’.

Follow along as Catherine describes her journey from the software industry to champion of women in leadership and the marketplace. 

If you are a women wrestling with your purpose, identity and what God thinks about your work you will be inspired by this discussion. Conversely, if you are a man and wondering how to understand the challenges women face in their vocations and what it means to empower them in the way that God intends, you will be challenged and equipped through this discussion. 

Highlights Include:

• All about Women in the Marketplace
• Weeding out the BS (Belief Systems) that get in the way
• Spiritual secrets for success in the marketplace
• Titles and identity?
• Are women 20% less valuable than men?
• Helping women understand they are not alone in their challenges in the workplace
• Helping women discover that their work matters to God
• Every Mother is a working woman
• Community is the secret to success 
• How to find and build community
• Balancing the seasons of life and calling with work, family and traditional ministry 
• 3 KEY points of guidance for men leading women
• The challenge of remote work and loss of community 
• It doesn’t all depend on you
• Structural weaknesses in society regarding relationship and community
• The issue of isolation
• The 2 missing things

Links:

Boldly Conference:  https://www.boldlyconference.com

Woman in the Marketplace: https://www.womeninmarketplace.net

Catherine Gates:  https://catherinegates.com

He is the co-author of the book The Coming Chinese Church. In addition he is a program director of translation studies at Bristol University and a research associate with Oxford House Research. 

Paul shares his incredible understanding and life experience around Finding Jesus in Places that HE is not Supposed to Be and learning to depend on real-time wisdom from the Holy Spirit for effective decision making. 

Paul strives to inspire hope and remove fear … and the impact is powerful.

In this interview Paul and I resonate around the concepts hope and how we discover heavenly solutions for ‘secular’ issues in the world. Paul shares deep understanding on the Biblical roots of HOPE and how it functions as a generator for Faith and Love.

Did you know that we are promised access to the Wisdom of God? 

Ephesians 3:10 says, “His intent was that now, through the church, the manifold wisdom of God should be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms.”

By Design every ‘natural’ problem has a ‘spiritually’ informed solution!

Paul walks us through how a naturally supernatural life style of accessing Wisdom and Guidance from the Holy Spirit makes the impossible possible and enables you to actually manage your Metron.

Check out more about Paul’s work and ministry at:

https://www.patreon.com/remakingtheworld

http://championsofhope.co.uk

https://www.oxfordhouseresearch.com

Highlights include:

• The Keys to success in the midst of extreme risk and darkness
• What do you do in the season of darkness?
• God does not want us to be risk averse
• Camp POW [prisoner of war]
• Miracles in the middle of misery
• What do you do when everything goes wrong?
• Mafia kidnapping plot
• Miracle delivery of food
• Staying Loyal to God
• Staying ALL IN for the Kingdom of God
• You cannot manage your Metron without the favor of the Lord - How do you get that?

Have you ever considered that God may intend for us to take on the hardest jobs in the darkest environments instead of the best jobs in the brightest environments? 

Is there anything wrong with the best jobs in good places? No, but God gets tremendous representation when we put ourselves in a position where HE can demonstrate HIS power through us and bring beauty out of ashes. I would suggest that this is MISSION in the marketplace.

Follow along as I share on the biblical concept of Kairos and what it means to act on Kingdom moments in the darkest environments. 

Kairos is an ancient Greek word meaning 'the right, critical, or opportune moment' and is used 86 times in the New Testament.

“Kairos” refers to a moment in time where we can change things.

In part 2 of this series I share a crucial perspective on Kairos and co-laboring with God and how we must embrace RISK. Why? Because Risk leads to Reliance and Reliance leads to Dependance! 

I share the second part of a wild personal testimony that was part of a Kairos season God directed me to act on. 

Is there anything wrong with the best jobs in good places? No, but God gets tremendous representation when we put ourselves in a position where HE can demonstrate HIS power through us and bring beauty out of ashes. I would suggest that this is MISSION in the marketplace.

Follow along as I share on the biblical concept of Kairos and what it means to act on Kingdom moments in the darkest environments.

Kairos is an ancient Greek word meaning 'the right, critical, or opportune moment' and is used 86 times in the New Testament.

“Kairos” refers to a moment in time where we can change things.

In part 1 of this series I share a crucial perspective on Kairos and co-laboring with God and how we must embrace RISK. Why? Because Risk leads to Reliance and Reliance leads to Dependance!

I share the first part of a wild personal testimony that was part of a Kairos season God directed me to act on.

Highlights include:

• 2 hour Interrogation by Israeli Security
• Everything is miserable
• Nearly starting a war in the middle east
• Riot
• Relational fallouts
• Homeless on the street in Tel Aviv
• Miraculous provision in a Kairos moment

Today we have a rare opportunity to talk with author, thought leader & entrepreneur Jordan Raynor.

Jordan helps Christians respond to the radical, biblical truth that their work matters for eternity. He does this through his bestselling books (The Creator in You, Redeeming Your Time, Master of One, and Called to Create), he also offers the podcast titled (The Call to Mastery), and weekly devotional (The Word Before Work)— his content that has served millions of Christ-followers in every country on earth. 

In addition to his writing, Jordan serves as the Executive Chairman of Threshold 360, a venture-backed tech startup which Jordan previously ran as CEO following a string of successful ventures of his own. Jordan has twice been selected as a Google Fellow and served in The White House under President George W. Bush.

Hear from a truly global entrepreneur who has seen it all. From operating a redemptive coffee company in remote China all the way to flying private jets … when you hear his story you will be understand.

Samuel Gurel a legendary Redemptive Entrepreneur. Follow along as he unpacks major life lessons and authentically addresses the hits and misses in his journey.

Check out these highlights:

• Is it ok to just go do business?
• Repenting of becoming a missionary
• Cultural pressure to do something ‘spiritual’
• We were created to hear the voice of God!
• How do you get to the point where things just work?
• How do you gauge effectiveness?
• What happens when you actually surrender to the Lord?
• Minor shifts made things fall into place for Kingdom impact
• The leading and trailing indicators of holistic success in your calling
• Finding the right FIT and not FORCING something
• The risk of comparing yourself to others
• Finding freedom to really WORK
• The value of working a for someone else
• Recognizing your work is of EQUAL importance in the Kingdom
• What do you do when you feel unqualified for your calling?
• Core principles of business that work in any industry
• The 2 part ‘WIN’ on any given day
• How do you manage your impact on the people around you?
• Business thinker or Ministry thinker?
• The keys to identifying the place of FAVOR and GRACE in your life
• The secrets to an effective MISSIONS or BUSINESS calling
• How do you find the RIGHT kind of mentor?

Follow along as Matt shares significant updates and progress regarding their clean water company in Uganda. Things are moving in the right direction!

Matt shares the setbacks (drill rig fire) and the progress. We also discuss the KEYS to success in a Kingdom Enterprise as lived and learned by Matt and Jessica Brown as they stand up this new company. I'll give you a clue: Family as Priority and Hearing God moment to moment.

You will be inspired as you dive into this second phase of the Uganda Startup with Matt and I. This is the REAL DEAL when it comes to Redemptive Entrepreneurship and Matt is doing things well even in the midst of a LOT of hardship.

Follow along as I interview Dr. Wagdy about the state of the post covid church in the middle east and the incredible opportunity to pivot towards Digital and Hybrid local church expressions. He and his team have successfully developed and modeled not only the technical side of Digital Church but also crafted a system for follow up and church planting among those who respond to Christ due to faith based media. 

We discuss the opportunities and challenges missional entrepreneurs and job seekers face in working in the middle east. Also, we explore the incredible opportunities opened up by technology that allows Believers from the west to use their vocations missionally without even leaving their house!!

You will be incredibly encouraged and inspired by Dr. Wagdy’s journey and the emergence of Digital Church. The Kingdom of God continues to expand through creativity and co-laboring with Christ.

Highlights Include:

• The urgency of subduing the digital airspace of creation
• Incredibly successful Digital Church launch
• How they began their ministry as Medical Practitioners who were not interested in media ministry, and are now providing programing on over a dozen satellites and millions of viewers!

The consultation was a very meaningful time and Josh was able to share some hard won wisdom that comes from his experience starting up an operation center for his employer, Harvest Group, in Tunisia.

I told the group that 'Some wisdom can only be learned in the desert of Tunisia'.

I share a quick intro to Theology of Work and explain the vision behind the Marketplace Mission Consultations... Josh lays out key guidance for any missional professional who is thinking of taking a job in a remote location or who is intentional about making a great commission difference in their current workplace.

If you live in the Northwest Arkansas region feel free to join us for the next consultation on April 25th in Springdale, Arkansas.

Register soon to let us know if you are planning to attend.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nwa-marketplace-mission-consultation-tickets-313642813097

Follow along and hear my personal testimony of miracles of healing and restoration in the wildest environment you can imagine... a rally of 500 patients in a Ukrainian mental institution! 

So, what do you usually say when someone asks ‘how was work today?’, ‘anything interesting happen?’ We are spirit and physical matter so we must have a multidimensional answer to these questions.

Often the point of failure believers experience is when they apply natural responses to spiritual challenges. We have to realize that are spiritual and natural beings. Not all issues in your metron can be ‘managed’ from a natural world approach.

What exactly are you managing towards? You are managing your metron towards the righteousness of God and away from the works of darkness.  

All believers have been given authority, for a purpose. Authority to destroy the works of the devil. This is actually a significant part of your job description no matter what Metron you manage. If you are raising kids at home or a president guiding a country through a crisis, and you claim to follow Christ, you are commissioned to identify and stop works of darkness. 

When you are leading a company as a believer or working in a mainstream job, this is part of your mission. According to the original commission found in Genesis 2:15 you are instructed to keep, have charge of, guard, keep watch and ward, protect, save life.. in regards to the people, place and space that God has assigned to you. 

How are you going to bring a heavenly, life giving, redemptive approach to these coworkers... employees… vendors… foreign partners… false Christians… outright occult practitioners… this is the real world and Jesus has all the wisdom, power and grace you need to manage the atmosphere of your metron in a way that reverses the effects of the fall. We are commissioned to redeem and restore all that is broken in people, places and spaces.

Follow along as I interview Cameron Magee, the owner of Avad3 as we talk about his backstory and how he has built company on the cornerstone of Theology of Work in scripture.

Genesis 2:15 … says “Then the Lord God took the man and put him into the garden of Eden to cultivate (avad) it and keep it.” 

Work was a commission given by God to mankind prior to the fall. Work is not a result of the fall or sin and it’s not a form of punishment. The word cultivate.. which is translated from the Hebrew word ‘avad’, means work and worship. This is where we derive our understanding of work being a form of worship to God. 

The name Avad3 is loaded with meaning and deep significance.

Cameron and Avad3 are also hosting our upcoming Marketplace Mission Consultation on March 30!

Highlights Include:

• What made you choose the name Avad3?
• The REAL impact and potential of SERVING
• The mistake of being ashamed of your faith in the marketplace
• Creating margin to go above and beyond in serving and meet felt needs
• How to create a Kingdom distinctive in your industry
• Managing Kingdom culture in your company that benefits Christian and non Christian employees and customers
• How do you manage your metron practically and effectively
• Advice for those wanting to live out from Godly passion and purpose in their companies

The Metron Manager Podcast will be featuring the Brown family and their Kingdom Enterprise in season 2 of 'Uganda Startup'.

Follow along as Matt shares the latest developments since they arrived back in Uganda. The Brown family has been back in the USA for a few months for the birth of their daughter and now they are diving into the next phase of standing up their water business in remote Uganda.

Highlights Include:

• What is it like to be back on the ground after the first year of pioneering
• Drilling for water next weekend!!
• Business developments and adjusting the model
• Adaptation and technological innovations
• The secret to success in a brutal business environment = The right people
• The end of Covid restrictions and the new Normal in Uganda
• Practical tips such as 'Don't buy a Land Rover'!!

Exodus 35 says 'And He has filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, in knowledge, and in all craftsmanship; to create designs...'

In this episode I want to highlight one of the incredible benefits we have as people who are filled with the Holy Spirit. God intends us to have a co-laboring relationship with him… a connection that is designed to affect our Work. God is into work and he loves to work with you.

Follow along as I interview Micah Cain. He is the sound engineer for New Heights Church and has a long history in music and audio production. He also has a long history of actively co-laboring with the Holy Spirit, moment by moment, in his music and audio work.

Micah has developed such a close personal working relationship with the Holy Spirit that he even can anticipate live audio issues, fixes and sound engineering approaches before they happen!

This is a really inspiring testimony that you need to hear. As I’ve gotten to know Micah I have seen the Lord in him and I’ve come to realize that Micah is one who doesn’t ‘work alone’ in his Job. 

If God did it before He can do it again. 

As I prayed about this situation in Ukraine I was reminded by the Lord about the similar circumstances that the Allies faced in WW2. If you haven’t read the book titled ‘REES HOWELLS INTERCESSOR’ by Norman Grubb, you will be incredibly challenged and strengthened in your faith. 

Rees Howell was a key figure in the Welsch revival of the early 20th century and went on to lead a profoundly effective prayer and intercession movement throughout WW2. I wanted to share an account of how God moved through Rees and his group that dramatically affected the outcome of key battles in WW2. This account of just 1 instance will encourage you that God can and Will work through the prayer and intercession of his people to address the course of human events. We need God to move powerfully in Ukraine and if he did it before he can do it again…

See the original post here: https://www.facebook.com/jswilso/posts/10106104825507747

God works through the prayers of His people.

The best book I read in 2021 was Spiritual Authority by Dr. Rob Reimer and today I had the privilege of interviewing the author! This was epic.

Rev. Dr. Reimer is Professor of Pastoral Theology at Alliance Theological Seminary in Nyack, NY. and the founding pastor of South Shore Community Church in Massachusetts. He is the founder of a ministry called Renewal International.

Dr. Reimer is also an accomplished author. His books include Soul Care, River Dwellers, Spiritual Authority, Calm in the Storm, Deep Faith and Pathways to the King.

Follow along as Dr. Reimer takes us on a deep dive into the concept and practice of spiritual authority!

This was such a powerful discussion. You will love the way Dr. Reimer shares deep truths in an accessible way. He is so authentic and walks in the spiritual authority that he talks about.

Check out these highlights:

• What is spiritual authority?
• His personal journey of discovering spiritual authority through a season of serious discontent
• Seeking the hand of God instead of the presence of God
• The root of spiritual authority : identity - intimacy - faith
• The distinction between Authority and Authoritarian
• Practical co-laboring with Christ
• Where does spiritual authority come from? How does one get it?
• How do you know if you or someone has spiritual authority
• Success is submission

Learn more about Dr. Reimer's ministry at: https://renewalinternational.org

In my spirit I heard the Lord say, “You command this crowd.” Obediently, and without much consideration, I stepped forward and raised my hands up over the crowd and said, “In the name of Jesus, I command peace over this crowd!” 

“Kingdom exploits are always done in Jesus’ name, as Jesus’ ambassadors, as sons and daughters of the King. Authority is the Right to USE someone else’s power” - Quote from Dr. Rob Reimer on page 56 of his book titled ‘Spiritual Authority’

So there is a LOT going on in your metron that makes no sense. There is a lot that is not manageable using human wisdom, talent or academic knowledge. What makes it possible for everyone to be a metron manager in the Kingdom of God is that everyone who submits to Christ as Lord is authorized to use HIS power for HIS purposes. The believer finds themselves authorized to act and speak on behalf of the government … the government of heaven.

Follow along as I share my own testimony of discovering the operational power and authority of God that is available to us in Christ Jesus.

Friends, you can do this. You can learn to manage your sphere of influence with authority. I am going to continue to equip you as best as I can so that you can succeed as best as you can, in Christ Jesus.

The first investment in this effort to equip you regarding spiritual authority is going to come strait from the expert. Dr. Rob Reimer, author of the best book on spiritual authority I’ve ever read. He will be featured on an upcoming episode of this podcast.

If so, you MUST hear this interview with Field Agent Chief Strategy Officer and Co-Founder Henry Ho!

Henry was a founding member of P&G’s Global Walmart Customer Team in 1988 and has worked with Walmart for over 33 years.  Henry’s international experience includes Walmart Asia Team Leader, Country Manager of Procter & Gamble Hong Kong, and Asia Region Category Management and Shopper Insights Leader.

Born in Macau to a single mother, living with 4 siblings in a 1 room apartment and then immigrating to the USA, Henry has come from humble beginnings. He now has over 40 years of work experience in high level corporate positions and pioneered multiple redemptive companies. 

This discussion will give you SOLID and actionable guidance for how to succeed as a believer in any workplace context. Henry speaks into the following topics with authority, authenticity and deep experience.

• Principles of a Great Commission company
• Are Kingdom companies actually a possibility?
• The value of corporate and entrepreneurial work
• What do you do when you work in a very non-redemptive environment?
• There are 3 Bottom-Lines in a Kingdom company
• People are always the focus 
• How do you know if you are ready to be an entrepreneur?
• What is the first thing you should do if you are stepping into an entrepreneurial calling?
• What are the real ‘wins’ as a believer in the workplace?
• Intentionality is the KEY
• The nuts and bolts of ‘On Mission' living
• Go - Serve - Do Good
• Why success matters in business
• God is always enough - Beware of your DREAMS

YOU can contact Henry Ho through LinkedIn. Contact him if you would like mentoring and community to help you on your journey!

Follow along as I share some key thoughts on missionized theology of work and set the stage for a crucial discussion on the marketplace and the future of missions. This was a vibrant discussion with input from a solid group of working professionals who are called to work and care about the Great Commission.

Are you called to the workplace? Do you want your voice to help discover the path forward for marketplace missions? Join us and contribute! If you would like to participate in future consultations follow us on Facebook and Instagram for event details. 

Learn more at: www.MetronManager.com

Quick Highlights: 

• Did you know that all work is intended to be brought under the authority of Jesus? Or ‘Missionized’?
• Did you know vocation and work are inherently missional by design in the scriptures! 
• Did you know that the cultural mandate [theology of work] is directly connected to the language in the Great Commission? 
• Did you know that half of the Great Commission is a qualitative command? 
• Did you know that work is actually a primary means for the advancement of the Kingdom?

If you’ve been following the program you have heard me interview a number of redemptive entrepreneurs who have made a real kingdom impact and brought transformation to various regions around the world. These are incredible people and inspiring stories. But you may be thinking “I’m never going to start a company… much less a missional enterprise so what does this theology of work stuff mean to me, in my day to day job?”

That is a fair question. I would suggest that working at a job where you can’t prescribe a preferred culture but are subject to a worldly system, can actually be harder than succeeding as an entrepreneur.

Follow along in this episode as I share a life shaping personal testimony of how I accidentally brought Heaven into a job from Hell. I was young, inexperienced and untrained, yet God used me to reach an entire company because of my willingness to represent Him in the midst of a workplace that was run by darkness.

Hear the story of how I was confronted by an entire staff of angry people who were determined to get me to join them in corruption... and how God turned that moment around to defeat darkness. If it could happen through me it can happen through you!

This crazy true story illustrates exactly why theology of work matters and why your vocation is the very means through which God establishes HIS kingdom.

Jennifer Mathews began her professional career at Walmart HQ in 2008 working in apparel and marketing for 3 years. She worked for a non-profit in Addis, Ababa Ethiopia for 18 months doing leadership development then attempted to start a leather handbag business to employ marginalized peoples in Ethiopia. She lived in Germany for 2.5 years doing non-profit work among refugees and currently resides in Northwest Arkansas. Jennifer now works as a Housing Specialist at Canopy, a refugee resettlement organization.

Highlights include:

• Don’t despise the days of small beginnings 
• How working a Corporate position with Walmart HQ prepared Jennifer for missions
• An unlikely startup in Ethiopia
• What happens when our work does not work out
• How to keep your God story moving forward in your vocation
• A journey of recovering the dignity and mission of work
• Advice for young professionals who want to impact the broken places in the world
• As we work and as we build… we demonstrate a different Kingdom 
• We are saved from something and also saved UNTO something
• Community as KEY to success
• What would Jennifer tell her ‘young self’ if she could before she went into the work world
• Advice for single women who are called to redemptive entrepreneurship 
• Theological challenges impacting investors, funding and modes of operation
• What will HELP you and what will HURT you
• Can you trust your Gut instinct as a believer?

As we welcome 2022 we have a pretty wild work world emerging. I just saw that there have been almost 5 million people quit their jobs here in the USA in 2021… yet we have also seen almost 5 million new companies started at the same time!

As everyone seems to be trying to find a new way forward I’d like to share some thoughts to help you on this journey.

One of the dynamics that has become evident as we muddle through the later part of this global pandemic is that our cultures have largely failed the stress test. Under pressure, everything we have relied on has been shown to be pretty unstable. Reliability is a rare commodity these days. In this global crack up a lot of people have decided to find a new way forward. This may looked like a mass exodus from social norms or the great resignation with millions of people moving on from their jobs.

So In this new reality we are seeing a lot of people look to start their own businesses. People want to become entrepreneurs… innovators… rebuilders… this has become a huge aspect of the ‘new way forward’. This is a pretty big shock to the system economically but it is also a great opportunity  for Christians to shape the culture of the workplace.

Follow along as I share the secret to becoming a Crises Proof individual and shaping a Crises Proof corporate culture.

Highlights Include:

• Affirmation of your desire to find a new way forward
• Building to survive the next Stress Test
• Why the collapse?
• The new way forward is actually an old way up
• Build it right from the beginning
• The culture of the new way forward
• Keys to Stability and the Non-Plussed life
• Spiritual 'down-line' in the workplace
• The trap of isolation
• The Key is not going it alone...even if you are doing it alone

If you have ever wondered what it takes to run a successful business as mission enterprise, especially as a woman in a foreign country, then you will love this interview! Heather shares a compelling story of she and her husbands journey into redemptive entrepreneurship in Thailand.

Here are some highlights!

• A redemptive story of standing up a profitable business in Thailand!
• Women as entrepreneurial leaders and lead disciple makers
• 3 keys to Cross Cultural Intelligence (CQ) that will set you up for success in any work environment whether in a foreign company or in your home country.
• How you cultivate influence in a work environment
• How you message the gospel into a cross cultural environment in order to first connect rather than just convert
• What is the gospel you are actually bringing into your environment?
• Are you discipling ‘salvation culture’ or ‘Kingdom culture’ into your disciples?
• Biblically informed is not enough… you have to be culturally informed!

Ben and I dive into the challenges surrounding the sacred vs. secular paradigms of work and get an inside look at how Workmatters is equipping believers towards authentic On-Mission lifestyles. We also explore the inevitable outcomes when one lives a dis-integrated life and the challenges of competing world-views of work.

Highlights include:

• History and mission of Workmatters
• Insight into the challenges believers face in the workplace
• Why we tend to live and work from two distinct storylines
• Evangelical Gnosticism
• The Biblical paradigm of work
• How a believer can re-integrate their faith and work

You will be truly impacted by this discussion.

On Mission is a term many believers have heard used to describe how we should live in this world. It can be hard to imagine what that actually means on a personal level. In this episode I unpack the concept of Missionized, particularly how it relates to your work and how it is part of your actual Identity as a follower of Christ.

Yes! Missionized is a real word... but how does one become Missionized?

These two terms sound similar but here I explore the distinctions. Missionized is Identity and On Mission is activity. Our life style and activity must start with our identity. 

Follow along as we discover the hidden power of becoming Missionized in the Kingdom of God!

Jonathan Nowlen 

Follow along as I share a major life lesson that I learned from a dream that involved a swearing produce worker.

In this episode I share the concept from scripture of maintaining a posture of thanksgiving and explore the key indicators that illustrate how you make and entrance!

I believe you will be encouraged and challenged by this quick talk and you may even find inspiration and courage to be thankful for your crazy uncle.

Happy Thanksgiving Metron Managers!

Follow along as I interview author and career mission leader, Geoff Peters. Geoff just released his new book on the vital concept of Co-Laboring with God!

This topic is near to my heart and deeply reflected in my own book titled 'Managing your Metron'. Geoff and I really resonate on this topic and have a similar passion to see followers of Jesus step into the life they were made for! The topic is vital for discovering your purpose and identity in the Kingdom.

Highlights include:

• An overview and introduction to his new book 'The Family Business'
• How to find significance in everything we do
• The original design of God for co-laboring with His kids in the Kingdom
• Geoff's research and insights regarding the Messaging that Christians employ for the mission of God... and the way it often FAILS
• Geoff offers excellent multi cultural perspectives on the concept of On Mission, based on his extensive research and leadership that has led to the Mission Gap Project
• Our discussion covers the challenge of FEAR and how it widely dominates the decision making process of believers
• Geoff shares his own personal journey of success and failures as he discovered the power and liberty of Co-Laboring with God, not just working FOR God.

I believe that is the key word… purpose… I want to take you up out of your immediate mess for a minute and share a big picture perspective about what you are actually designed to do. Once you discover your design and the magnitude of your commission as a believer, you will actually find JOY in the midst of crisis and chaos.

Follow as I give you a mile high perspective on who we are and what we are supposed to do as believers living in a season of crisis! You will be incredibly encouraged and find your footing in our unsettled times as you hear this deep dive into the design and purpose for you, the Metron Manager.

Highlights include:

• Our Original Commission
• What does it mean to be called to Work?
• How to recover your PURPOSE!!
• What is a Metron and why does it Matter?
• How did you become an Apostle to a Metron?
• What actually is an Apostle?
• Does God expect me to bring something to the table in the midst of the mess?
• What in the World am I supposed to do??

I am thrilled to introduce the first ever Discover Global conference! 

Discover Global is a collaborative event presented by three organizations that believe solidly in a vibrant future that can be effectively impacted by believers who have a missionized theology of work and are intentionally living On Mission in their Metron!

The Metron Manager Project - Scatter Global and Praxis Labs have allied together to re-discover the Great Commission in the light of the world’s current context.

This will be a catalyst experience that will equip you to live On-Mission in your workplace and give you opportunity to go into all the world and take your job with you!

So what will you walk away with from this event? 

You will gain a missionized theology of work and a global perspective on how work itself can advance the Kingdom in the darkest parts of the world. 

You will receive equipping and opportunity for missional job placement, redemptive entrepreneurialism, and living ‘on-mission’ in your workplace!

You will also connect with a community of Christian professionals who are on a journey to recover the dignity and mission of vocation.

Join us in person here in Fayetteville, Arkansas or follow online through the available Zoom Webinar option. You can watch online as an individual or gather a group together at your location and go through the program together!

The event will from 9:30am - 8:30pm with optional breakfast and networking starting at 8:30 am. The conference includes 3 meals, materials and coffee!

Tickets are 99$ for live attendance and $49 for online access.

If you would like more information or to register visit: DiscoverGlobal.us

Join me as I interview one of the leading practitioners and thought leaders of Redemptive Entrepreneurship, Melody Murray. Mel and her Husband David are Venture Partners with Praxis Labs.

Praxis is a creative engine for redemptive entrepreneurship, supporting founders, funders, and innovators motivated by their faith to love their neighbors and renew culture.

Mel and David lived, worked, innovated, parented and discipled overseas for over 17 years. Much of that time in North India!

Mel is collaborating with The Metron Manger Project and Scatter Global to guide the Missional Entrepreneurship track at the Discover Global conference!

You will love this paradigm shifting discussion about the role of Entrepreneurs in the Kingdom of God and how vocation is crucial to discipling nations!

Andrew shares his journey as a long time missions executive and how God led him into a deep pivot towards workplace mission.

This high energy episode will challenge and inspire you about theology of work, On Mission Mindset, the future of missions and the radical changes we are facing in the world today.

Andrew and I also discuss the launch of our collaborative conference called 'Discover Global'. Once you hear this episode you will understand why the message of this event crucial for each and every believer today!

QUESTION: What gives you the right to matter? What gives you the right to manage your metron? There are 33,000 denominations and thousands of years of Church history, yet you MATTER in the Kingdom!

Listen as I share the connection between the Original Commission [Theology of Work] and the Functional Definition of Ekklesia [Church] as declared by Christ! I utilize a sweeping yet concise introduction of ekklesia from the timely book titled 'Ekklesia', by Dr. Ed Silvoso.

‘Jesus did not state, “I will build My Temple” or “I will build My synagogue,” the two most prominent Jewish religious institutions at the time. Instead, He chose a secular entity first developed by the Greeks when He said, “I will build My Ekklesia.” - Dr. Silvoso

Follow as I unpack a crucial, yet lost understanding of Church [Ekklesia] that authorizes YOU into Gods spiritual government.

A highlight of this episode is Matt's testimony of the process that led to the hiring of a lead staff member. We discuss the keys to making a good hire in a bad work environment. Matt shares dynamic perspective on discernment and how the Holy Spirit can lead the way in us as we make impactful decisions in any environment.

Some of the topics covered:

• What do you do when things do NOT go to PLAN
• How do you actually make GOOD hires in a BAD work environment?
• Proverbs 21:31 says ‘The horse is prepared for the day of battle, But the victory belongs to the Lord’ 
• We always live by the principal that you do the ‘possible’ and God will do the ‘impossible’
• How to remain hopeful and optimistic in the face of so many uncertainties and challenges
• We can see REAL victories and DIVINE success under any conditions

A highlight of this episode is the work of God in the midst of impossible and unlikely circumstances.

Some of the topics covered:

• How God can work during an Indefinite lockdown!
• Rise of technology in Africa including Apps to order food
• Systemic challenges to productivity
• Getting some R&R hanging out with Gorillas

In this podcast I interview Dr. Rafik and discuss the urgency of the message contained in my book 'Managing Your Metron' and its relevance to the Middle East. We also discuss our collaborative vision and partnership for impacting the Marketplace.

Dr. Rafik shares the amazing personal story of his journey as a believer, from Medical doctor in Egypt to Oxford trained theologian and unexpectedly, into high profile media ministry reaching the Middle East. He is the founder of the organization Message to All Nations. His videos regularly draw over a million views per episode. 

Join us for an in-depth look at the crucial role of video and media platforms in reaching and discipling the Middle East.

One BIG takeaway: The Metron Manager Project will be heavily involved in reaching and discipling the Middle East!

A highlight of this episode is the testimony and insight from Jessica as she navigates raising a family in a foreign environment and pursuing her own spiritual formation and relationship with God amidst the challenges.

Some of the topics covered:

• Parenting challenges
• Holding Goals loosely
• Perseverance and patience
• Long term approach
• What does an average day look like for a family doing this kind of work in a place like Uganda
• The importance of making room for Quiet and Focus in ones relationship with God

Listen as I interview Matt Brown as he and his family get ready to move to the remote town of Karuma to start their business project. We cover some powerful topics and insights that have been 'make or break' for their Kingdom efforts. Highlights include:

• Challenges faced during cultural adjustments both internally and externally for their family.
• Learning to hear God for Operational Decisions ... and making decisions on the Word of the Lord.
• The Golden Moments of relationship with others and the eternal value of pouring into others without expecting something in return.
• Transitional challenges for settling in Karuma.
• Ready Set Tents!
• Still NO tires for the vehicle.
• Deep discussion regarding the very real spiritual opposition faced in this project.
• Practical and spiritual advice for others considering Marketplace Ministry in a challenging environment.

You will be encouraged and inspired by this discussion. Follow Matt and Jessica Brown into uncertainty and an opportunity to help local Ugandans recover the Dignity and Mission of Vocation.

Listen as I share my own personal testimony of how I was rebuked in a dream by Jesus and discovered I was not aligned with His ways.

Join me as I unpack what I learned through this powerful experience with Jesus. Listen as we unpack the powerful implications of Extreme Forbearance in this season of Spiritual History.

One BIG takeaway: I need to be a KEEPER not a CANCELER. People are to be kept - guarded, protected and watched over... and the ENEMY and his influence are to be cancelled.

As part of my ongoing effort to equip you as a successful metron manager I felt from the Lord that I should share a story with you. A part of My story. 

This part of my story involves another time and another place. This time and place was also in the middle of unsettled and dangerous times. The soviet union, the once unimaginably strong and seemingly permanent structure had collapsed. Another kingdom of this world had been humbled and brought to ruin so that the King of Kings could bring justice and restoration. The Kingdom of God was advancing and God had called me right into the middle of the chaos. 

Many of you feel that you are right in the middle of the Chaos. Fear and loss seem to rule the day. It felt the same way in the early 1990s when I landed in Russia. 

You may feel that you are down to your last 5 dollars and you are on a one way ticket to hopelessness. You are likely asking God ‘Where are you?’

I want to share this story that I call ‘Faith and Five Dollars’ I will be reading directly from my book entitled Faith and Five Dollars. 

Five dollars, six countries, four months and a one way ticket to Southern Russia. This is a book about faith, obedience, and miracles. 

Many of you are praying for miracles to happen. I want to share this book in this series of podcasts as a testimony to the reality and power of God. 

Ephesians 1:19-20 says ‘I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.’

I hope you enjoy this reading of ‘Faith and Five Dollars’.

Listen as I interview Matt Brown and hear what the arrival and adjustment phase has been like in Uganda. Highlights include:

• Challenges and Family adjustments in their new context.
• Realization about the vital importance of networks and relationships.
• Unexpected 'out of scope' opportunities to minister spiritually shortly after arrival.
• The importance of holistic, spiritual formation and practical preparation for Kingdom effectiveness.
• Managing expectations and the pace of life.
• Finding Joy and fulfillment in the Journey and not just striving for a 'goal'.
• Practical and spiritual advice for others considering Marketplace Ministry in a challenging environment.

You will be encouraged and inspired by this discussion. Follow Matt and Jessica Brown into uncertainty and an opportunity to help local Ugandans recover the Dignity and Mission of Vocation.

As part of my ongoing effort to equip you as a successful metron manager I felt from the Lord that I should share a story with you. A part of My story. 

This part of my story involves another time and another place. This time and place was also in the middle of unsettled and dangerous times. The soviet union, the once unimaginably strong and seemingly permanent structure had collapsed. Another kingdom of this world had been humbled and brought to ruin so that the King of Kings could bring justice and restoration. The Kingdom of God was advancing and God had called me right into the middle of the chaos. 

Many of you feel that you are right in the middle of the Chaos. Fear and loss seem to rule the day. It felt the same way in the early 1990s when I landed in Russia. 

You may feel that you are down to your last 5 dollars and you are on a one way ticket to hopelessness. You are likely asking God ‘Where are you?’

I want to share this story that I call ‘Faith and Five Dollars’ I will be reading directly from my book entitled Faith and Five Dollars. 

Five dollars, six countries, four months and a one way ticket to Southern Russia. This is a book about faith, obedience, and miracles. 

Many of you are praying for miracles to happen. I want to share this book in this series of podcasts as a testimony to the reality and power of God. 

Ephesians 1:19-20 says ‘I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.’

I hope you enjoy this reading of ‘Faith and Five Dollars’.

Get the Back Story on the Uganda Startup as Jonathan Nowlen interviews young professional Matt brown. Matt is an entrepreneur! He grew up on the mission field in China and both he and his wife are successful medical professionals. Jonathan and Matt discuss the vision and process of seeing a water distribution company established in Uganda that is replicable, self sustaining and holistic. Vision is easy but actualizing a successful Kingdom enterprise takes the power of the Holy Spirit and a lot of work! You will hear about the redemptive impact that theology of work plays in Matt's company called Lilies in the Field. The dignity and mission of vocation will be recovered through this company. You will be encouraged that even in a difficult season in spiritual history the Kingdom of God is moving forward!

Visit www.liliesinthefield.org for more information.

As part of my ongoing effort to equip you as a successful metron manager I felt from the Lord that I should share a story with you. A part of My story. 

This part of my story involves another time and another place. This time and place was also in the middle of unsettled and dangerous times. The soviet union, the once unimaginably strong and seemingly permanent structure had collapsed. Another kingdom of this world had been humbled and brought to ruin so that the King of Kings could bring justice and restoration. The Kingdom of God was advancing and God had called me right into the middle of the chaos. 

Many of you feel that you are right in the middle of the Chaos. Fear and loss seem to rule the day. It felt the same way in the early 1990s when I landed in Russia. 

You may feel that you are down to your last 5 dollars and you are on a one way ticket to hopelessness. You are likely asking God ‘Where are you?’

I want to share this story that I call ‘Faith and Five Dollars’ I will be reading directly from my book entitled Faith and Five Dollars. 

Five dollars, six countries, four months and a one way ticket to Southern Russia. This is a book about faith, obedience, and miracles. 

Many of you are praying for miracles to happen. I want to share this book in this series of podcasts as a testimony to the reality and power of God. 

Ephesians 1:19-20 says ‘I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.’

I hope you enjoy this reading of ‘Faith and Five Dollars’.

Join me as I interview Matt and Jessica Brown literally days before their departure to Uganda. Listen as they share the history of their vision and the long term focus they maintained in order to see their concept launched. Matt and Jessica share the challenges of relocating to a remote area of Uganda especially as Jessica is expecting their 3rd child in September! Matt outlines the personal and business development steps for the near term and shares his 6 month proof of concept goal. Tents, snakes, uncertainty and an opportunity to help local Ugandans recover the Dignity and Mission of Vocation.

You will enjoy this 1st episode of Uganda Startup!

I am thrilled to launch this new series of the Metron Manager Podcast called New Podcast called Uganda Startup[Following The Journey of Matt and Jessica Brown]. 

American couple, Matt and Jessica Brown are relocating their family to the remote town of Karuma, Uganda. With extensive medical training, international experience and knowledge of multiple languages, the Brown family have developed a Marketplace solution to meet a crucial need in Uganda. Clean water. Their Non Profit organization, ‘Lilies IN the Field’, aims to stand up a company called Blue Mazzi as a marketplace response.

Follow the Brown family through the first 6 months of this Kingdom Enterprise. It’s going to be rough. Very rough. Building a business from the ground up in remote Uganda is likely one of the hardest Market Place Mission efforts that could be attempted. 

Follow this series of the Metron Manager Podcast and hear unscripted phone interviews and status reports from Matt and Jessica. You will learn the first hand realities, victories and miseries of their Kingdom venture. Access an unfiltered view of what it is like to co-labor with Christ in a Marketplace Enterprise. Follow the unfolding story of the Brown family into one of the most challenging regions of the world. Africa.

Follow the Metron Manager Podcast to hear regular episodes of the Uganda Startup series.

Learn more about the work of Matt and Jessica Brown at: www.liliesinthefield.org

As part of my ongoing effort to equip you as a successful metron manager I felt from the Lord that I should share a story with you. A part of My story. 

This part of my story involves another time and another place. This time and place was also in the middle of unsettled and dangerous times. The soviet union, the once unimaginably strong and seemingly permanent structure had collapsed. Another kingdom of this world had been humbled and brought to ruin so that the King of Kings could bring justice and restoration. The Kingdom of God was advancing and God had called me right into the middle of the chaos. 

Many of you feel that you are right in the middle of the Chaos. Fear and loss seem to rule the day. It felt the same way in the early 1990s when I landed in Russia. 

You may feel that you are down to your last 5 dollars and you are on a one way ticket to hopelessness. You are likely asking God ‘Where are you?’

I want to share this story that I call ‘Faith and Five Dollars’ I will be reading directly from my book entitled Faith and Five Dollars. 

Five dollars, six countries, four months and a one way ticket to Southern Russia. This is a book about faith, obedience, and miracles. 

Many of you are praying for miracles to happen. I want to share this book in this series of podcasts as a testimony to the reality and power of God. 

Ephesians 1:19-20 says ‘I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.’

I hope you enjoy this reading of ‘Faith and Five Dollars’.

As part of my ongoing effort to equip you as a successful metron manager I felt from the Lord that I should share a story with you. A part of My story. 

This part of my story involves another time and another place. This time and place was also in the middle of unsettled and dangerous times. The soviet union, the once unimaginably strong and seemingly permanent structure had collapsed. Another kingdom of this world had been humbled and brought to ruin so that the King of Kings could bring justice and restoration. The Kingdom of God was advancing and God had called me right into the middle of the chaos. 

Many of you feel that you are right in the middle of the Chaos. Fear and loss seem to rule the day. It felt the same way in the early 1990s when I landed in Russia. 

You may feel that you are down to your last 5 dollars and you are on a one way ticket to hopelessness. You are likely asking God ‘Where are you?’

I want to share this story that I call ‘Faith and Five Dollars’ I will be reading directly from my book entitled Faith and Five Dollars. 

Five dollars, six countries, four months and a one way ticket to Southern Russia. This is a book about faith, obedience, and miracles. 

Many of you are praying for miracles to happen. I want to share this book in this series of podcasts as a testimony to the reality and power of God. 

Ephesians 1:19-20 says ‘I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.’

I hope you enjoy this reading of ‘Faith and Five Dollars’.

In this 2nd episode I am responding to 4 highly relevant questions regarding Theology of Work. I articulate answers and present perspective to this live audience from the content of my book Managing Your Metron.

In response to the questions posed by this study group, I expound on 4 Big Questions:

• What led most Christians to have a compartmentalized worldview of vocation / work?
• How does my secular job possibly having eternal value? i.e. working for a government contractor, a minion in a large company, doing software programming all day long.
• Can you further unpack this conceptual framework of the Original Commission? Particularly about “Identity, Ability & Authority”?
• How is it possible that we can co-labor with God? Can you elaborate on the scriptural concept that “Creation is waiting for you”?

In this episode I am introducing a bit about my own background and what led me, as a career missionary, to write a book on Theology of Work.

As an introduction to this study group I present the 1st Big Concept of Theology of Work: The Original Commission.

You will hear a fast paced discussion on the Original Commission and learn to evaluate your own view of work!

In this presentation I cover the following topics from my book:

• What is a Metron
• Why I wrote this book and curriculum
• Are the 97% of the Body of Christ who are not called to vocational ministry doing something wrong by working?
• Introduction to the Biblical origins of the Theology of Work
• We have to work for creation to work
• Is work THE way or IN the way?

Dr. Hawkins shares a powerful personal testimony of how he was overwhelmed during this last year by taking on things that were not put into his Circle [Metron] by God... and how he was able to recalibrate.

It would seem that now more than ever people are pressured into assuming responsibility for EVERYTHING they are made aware of in the world around them. 

People are regularly bombarded with political, societal, spiritual and cultural problems … and extreme pressure to ‘solve’ all of these local and global challenges. No one is designed to handle that level of responsibly other than God.

This is obviously overwhelming and an unhealthy position to find oneself in … 

Dr. Hawkins shares a simple yet liberating process known as 'The Circle Talk'. In this discussion we cover the direct parallels with the concept of Metron and how we can avoid overload and anxiety.

Highlights include:

• Knowing the Edges of your Metron
• Living within the limits of my responsibility before God
• Indicators of poor management of ones Metron
• Recognizing the signs and causes of powerlessness in our lives
• A liberating and empowering perspective on the parable of the Good Samaritan
• Managing your Social Guilt
• The Providence of Personal Proximity
• Tools for knowing what is IN and What is OUT of our Metron

As part of my ongoing effort to equip you as a successful metron manager I felt from the Lord that I should share a story with you. A part of My story. 

This part of my story involves another time and another place. This time and place was also in the middle of unsettled and dangerous times. The soviet union, the once unimaginably strong and seemingly permanent structure had collapsed. Another kingdom of this world had been humbled and brought to ruin so that the King of Kings could bring justice and restoration. The Kingdom of God was advancing and God had called me right into the middle of the chaos. 

Many of you feel that you are right in the middle of the Chaos. Fear and loss seem to rule the day. It felt the same way in the early 1990s when I landed in Russia. 

You may feel that you are down to your last 5 dollars and you are on a one way ticket to hopelessness. You are likely asking God ‘Where are you?’

I want to share this story that I call ‘Faith and Five Dollars’ I will be reading directly from my book entitled Faith and Five Dollars. 

Five dollars, six countries, four months and a one way ticket to Southern Russia. This is a book about faith, obedience, and miracles. 

Many of you are praying for miracles to happen. I want to share this book in this series of podcasts as a testimony to the reality and power of God. 

Ephesians 1:19-20 says ‘I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.’

I hope you enjoy this reading of ‘Faith and Five Dollars’.

At the onset of the Pandemic in Salem, Oregon, Salem Heights Church leadership made key decisions and pivoted their congregation in a direction that has landed them in a thriving and growing position in our current crisis.

Listen as they share testimonies and reflect on key decisions that led to what I would consider to be a uniquely successful outcome amid compounding challenges Oregon has experienced. You will be inspired by their journey through Covid, wild fires, social unrest and a devastating disaster that damaged their primary facilities.

Healthy congregation? Massive empowerment of leaders? Thriving Home Church and Small Group models? Honoring God while Honoring government? Giving the Holy Spirit something to do? Huge expansion of The Most Excellent Way addiction and recovery ministry? Join me as we hear this hope filled testimony of moving with God and emerging strong out of crisis.

As part of my ongoing effort to equip you as a successful metron manager I felt from the Lord that I should share a story with you. A part of My story. 

This part of my story involves another time and another place. This time and place was also in the middle of unsettled and dangerous times. The soviet union, the once unimaginably strong and seemingly permanent structure had collapsed. Another kingdom of this world had been humbled and brought to ruin so that the King of Kings could bring justice and restoration. The Kingdom of God was advancing and God had called me right into the middle of the chaos. 

Many of you feel that you are right in the middle of the Chaos. Fear and loss seem to rule the day. It felt the same way in the early 1990s when I landed in Russia. 

You may feel that you are down to your last 5 dollars and you are on a one way ticket to hopelessness. You are likely asking God ‘Where are you?’

I want to share this story that I call ‘Faith and Five Dollars’ I will be reading directly from my book entitled Faith and Five Dollars. 

Five dollars, six countries, four months and a one way ticket to Southern Russia. This is a book about faith, obedience, and miracles. 

Many of you are praying for miracles to happen. I want to share this book in this series of podcasts as a testimony to the reality and power of God. 

Ephesians 1:19-20 says ‘I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.’

I hope you enjoy this reading of ‘Faith and Five Dollars’.

If we are going to be successful Metron Managers then we must recover our authority over this false god. As I share on this concept I believe you will find a way to reclaim your the condition of your soul and in a manner of speaking, become invincible. When I think of the idea of invincibility .. often superheroes come to mind. 

Why do we like superheroes? They are powerful, able to rise above it all, able to overcome, able to define their own path, able to resist evil, able to make things right, in a way they are iconic visions of what our original design tells us we are to be. Somehow we all know that we were born to wear a cape or ‘suit up' as they say in the super hero movies!

We know this and the devil knows this... so how does he cut you down to size and harness your potential for his plans? He convinces us that we have a RIGHT to be offended.

Let’s look at a famous type of a ‘superhero’ from Greek Mythology that was brought down by a tiny vulnerability: Achilles.

In my book called Outreach Matters, I write more in-depth on this topic but for the sake of this discussion lets look at a short excerpt from the chapter titled ‘The Arrow of Offense’

‘In Greek mythology, achilles was the hero of the Trojan War. He was the central character and the greatest warrior of Homer’s Iliad. Although the death of Achilles is not presented in the Iliad, other sources concur that Paris, who shot him in the heel with a poisoned arrow, killed him near the end of the Trojan War. Later legends state that Achilles’ body was invulnerable, except for his heel. Because of his death from a small wound in his heel, the term “Achilles’ Heel” has come to mean a person’s point of weakness. 

Like this description of Achilles from Greek mythology, believers can also have a point of extreme vulnerability. No matter how strong we are in the Lord or how mature we may be in our spiritual walk, it is possible for Christians to have a similar vulnerability. 

It is a place in your heart that, if struck by the poisonous arrow of offense, it will at the least immobilize you, and at worst destroy you. 

I have seen the damage that this arrow has caused, not only among new believers but also among the more senior figures in the body of Christ. Everyone will face a situation where arrows of offense are speeding towards this place of spiritual and emotional vulnerability. 

Of all the types of arrows that will be fired at you during the course of your life, none are more prevalent than the one that, once lodged in your Achilles’ Heel, causes you to take on offense toward another person.’

So … do I have a RIGHT to be OFFENDED or is offense an Achilles' Heel?

As part of my ongoing effort to equip you as a successful metron manager I felt from the Lord that I should share a story with you. A part of My story. 

This part of my story involves another time and another place. This time and place was also in the middle of unsettled and dangerous times. The soviet union, the once unimaginably strong and seemingly permanent structure had collapsed. Another kingdom of this world had been humbled and brought to ruin so that the King of Kings could bring justice and restoration. The Kingdom of God was advancing and God had called me right into the middle of the chaos. 

Many of you feel that you are right in the middle of the Chaos. Fear and loss seem to rule the day. It felt the same way in the early 1990s when I landed in Russia. 

You may feel that you are down to your last 5 dollars and you are on a one way ticket to hopelessness. You are likely asking God ‘Where are you?’

I want to share this story that I call ‘Faith and Five Dollars’ I will be reading directly from my book entitled Faith and Five Dollars. 

Five dollars, six countries, four months and a one way ticket to Southern Russia. This is a book about faith, obedience, and miracles. 

Many of you are praying for miracles to happen. I want to share this book in this series of podcasts as a testimony to the reality and power of God. 

Ephesians 1:19-20 says ‘I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.’

I hope you enjoy this reading of ‘Faith and Five Dollars’.

As part of my ongoing effort to equip you as a successful metron manager I felt from the Lord that I should share a story with you. A part of My story. 

This part of my story involves another time and another place. This time and place was also in the middle of unsettled and dangerous times. The soviet union, the once unimaginably strong and seemingly permanent structure had collapsed. Another kingdom of this world had been humbled and brought to ruin so that the King of Kings could bring justice and restoration. The Kingdom of God was advancing and God had called me right into the middle of the chaos. 

Many of you feel that you are right in the middle of the Chaos. Fear and loss seem to rule the day. It felt the same way in the early 1990s when I landed in Russia. 

You may feel that you are down to your last 5 dollars and you are on a one way ticket to hopelessness. You are likely asking God ‘Where are you?’

I want to share this story that I call ‘Faith and Five Dollars’ I will be reading directly from my book entitled Faith and Five Dollars. 

Five dollars, six countries, four months and a one way ticket to Southern Russia. This is a book about faith, obedience, and miracles. 

Many of you are praying for miracles to happen. I want to share this book in this series of podcasts as a testimony to the reality and power of God. 

Ephesians 1:19-20 says ‘I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.’

I hope you enjoy this reading of ‘Faith and Five Dollars’.

In this episode we dive into the topic of what I would describe as a Key Skill set for anyone wanting to manage their Metron well. The arena of decision making!

As a Metron Manager you are all about co-laboring with Christ and as such we make a lot of decisions! Hopefully good ones!

Dr. Yen share vital insights and guidance that will equip you with what he describes as a Framework for Optimal Decision Making.

You will hear our vibrant discussion about how optimal decisions can be made and come to understand that you can learn to Choose Better! Our discussion covers a number of developmental topics such as:

• The Framework for Optimal Decision Making
• Overview of Dr. Yen's new book 'Choose Better'
• Trends and Recurring failure points in Christian community
• The urgency of having trusted relationships around you such as a 'Metron Council' to manage your life and Metron well
• Rebounding in terrible times
• Self Confidence
• Personal responsibility in decision making
• Overcoming our circumstances
• Summoning Courage
• Understanding failure and personal identity

'Choose Better' Book Description

Have you ever faced a challenge or decision that felt so overwhelming you had no idea where to start?

Choose Better provides a systematic approach to solving any problem, no matter how difficult. Designed by Dr. Timothy Yen, this series of questions will lead you step-by-step out of that state of indecision and into vibrant, confident action.

In times of stress, it’s easy to feel impossibly stuck. Not to mention isolated and alone. Developed across hundreds of individual case studies and thousands of clinical hours, Choose Better can help you find your best path forward no matter what life throws at you. 

Identify your deepest motivations, clarify your values, understand the needs of others, and work through any resistance to make transformational, life-affirming decisions—even under the greatest adversity.

Stop leaving your happiness and well-being to chance. Improve your relationships, at work and at home, while remaining true to your authentic self. Learn how to make the right decisions every time—with vision, clarity, and direction—and start claiming your best life.

Learn more at: www.TimYen.com

Author Bio 

Timothy Yen is a clinical psychologist with a doctorate from Azusa Pacific University, practicing in the East Bay area and leading conferences and retreats around the globe. Between his years in private practice and another eight years as a Mental Health Staff Sergeant in the US Army, he’s empowered hundreds of individuals, families, organizations, and teams to develop authentic relationships and grow into their best selves. He currently resides in Northern California with his wife and son.

As part of my ongoing effort to equip you as a successful metron manager I felt from the Lord that I should share a story with you. A part of My story. 

This part of my story involves another time and another place. This time and place was also in the middle of unsettled and dangerous times. The soviet union, the once unimaginably strong and seemingly permanent structure had collapsed. Another kingdom of this world had been humbled and brought to ruin so that the King of Kings could bring justice and restoration. The Kingdom of God was advancing and God had called me right into the middle of the chaos. 

Many of you feel that you are right in the middle of the Chaos. Fear and loss seem to rule the day. It felt the same way in the early 1990s when I landed in Russia. 

You may feel that you are down to your last 5 dollars and you are on a one way ticket to hopelessness. You are likely asking God ‘Where are you?’

I want to share this story that I call ‘Faith and Five Dollars’ I will be reading directly from my book entitled Faith and Five Dollars. 

Five dollars, six countries, four months and a one way ticket to Southern Russia. This is a book about faith, obedience, and miracles. 

Many of you are praying for miracles to happen. I want to share this book in this series of podcasts as a testimony to the reality and power of God. 

Ephesians 1:19-20 says ‘I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.’

I hope you enjoy this reading of ‘Faith and Five Dollars’.

Today is big day in our nations history… a transition of leadership from one president to the next. It is a day mixed emotions for many and a day where Christians must remember that they have inherited and unshakable Kingdom. 

I have been thinking over this testimony and exhortation that I want to share here in this episode since a few days after the last election.

I want to invite you to hear my journey over these last couple of months… I believe this is the time to share how I was delivered from a political spirit and recovered my authority.

I've been set free and so can you!

This 12 episode series will introduce you to the golden thread of vocation that is woven throughout scripture. It will aid you in recovering the dignity and mission of vocation!

By listening you will arrive at a high view of work and discover a deep sense of purpose as you come to understand Gods original design and your vital role in his Kingdom.

This series is adapted from my Theology of Work 101 video course that is available on the ‘Metron Academy’ page of my website.

For more information or to view the video series visit http://www.MetronManager.com

God has given you Permission and a Commission to Work!

As part of my ongoing effort to equip you as a successful metron manager I felt from the Lord that I should share a story with you. A part of My story. 

This part of my story involves another time and another place. This time and place was also in the middle of unsettled and dangerous times. The soviet union, the once unimaginably strong and seemingly permanent structure had collapsed. Another kingdom of this world had been humbled and brought to ruin so that the King of Kings could bring justice and restoration. The Kingdom of God was advancing and God had called me right into the middle of the chaos. 

Many of you feel that you are right in the middle of the Chaos. Fear and loss seem to rule the day. It felt the same way in the early 1990s when I landed in Russia. 

You may feel that you are down to your last 5 dollars and you are on a one way ticket to hopelessness. You are likely asking God ‘Where are you?’

I want to share this story that I call ‘Faith and Five Dollars’ I will be reading directly from my book entitled Faith and Five Dollars. 

Five dollars, six countries, four months and a one way ticket to Southern Russia. This is a book about faith, obedience, and miracles. 

Many of you are praying for miracles to happen. I want to share this book in this series of podcasts as a testimony to the reality and power of God. 

Ephesians 1:19-20 says ‘I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.’

I hope you enjoy this reading of ‘Faith and Five Dollars’.

As part of my ongoing effort to equip you as a successful metron manager I felt from the Lord that I should share a story with you. A part of My story. 

This part of my story involves another time and another place. This time and place was also in the middle of unsettled and dangerous times. The soviet union, the once unimaginably strong and seemingly permanent structure had collapsed. Another kingdom of this world had been humbled and brought to ruin so that the King of Kings could bring justice and restoration. The Kingdom of God was advancing and God had called me right into the middle of the chaos. 

Many of you feel that you are right in the middle of the Chaos. Fear and loss seem to rule the day. It felt the same way in the early 1990s when I landed in Russia. 

You may feel that you are down to your last 5 dollars and you are on a one way ticket to hopelessness. You are likely asking God ‘Where are you?’

I want to share this story that I call ‘Faith and Five Dollars’ I will be reading directly from my book entitled Faith and Five Dollars. 

Five dollars, six countries, four months and a one way ticket to Southern Russia. This is a book about faith, obedience, and miracles. 

Many of you are praying for miracles to happen. I want to share this book in this series of podcasts as a testimony to the reality and power of God. 

Ephesians 1:19-20 says ‘I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.’

I hope you enjoy this reading of ‘Faith and Five Dollars’.

This 12 episode series will introduce you to the golden thread of vocation that is woven throughout scripture. It will aid you in recovering the dignity and mission of vocation!

By listening you will arrive at a high view of work and discover a deep sense of purpose as you come to understand Gods original design and your vital role in his Kingdom.

This series is adapted from my Theology of Work 101 video course that is available on the ‘Metron Academy’ page of my website.

For more information or to view the video series visit http://www.MetronManager.com

God has given you Permission and a Commission to Work!

As part of my ongoing effort to equip you as a successful metron manager I felt from the Lord that I should share a story with you. A part of My story. 

This part of my story involves another time and another place. This time and place was also in the middle of unsettled and dangerous times. The soviet union, the once unimaginably strong and seemingly permanent structure had collapsed. Another kingdom of this world had been humbled and brought to ruin so that the King of Kings could bring justice and restoration. The Kingdom of God was advancing and God had called me right into the middle of the chaos. 

Many of you feel that you are right in the middle of the Chaos. Fear and loss seem to rule the day. It felt the same way in the early 1990s when I landed in Russia. 

You may feel that you are down to your last 5 dollars and you are on a one way ticket to hopelessness. You are likely asking God ‘Where are you?’

I want to share this story that I call ‘Faith and Five Dollars’ I will be reading directly from my book entitled Faith and Five Dollars. 

Five dollars, six countries, four months and a one way ticket to Southern Russia. This is a book about faith, obedience, and miracles. 

Many of you are praying for miracles to happen. I want to share this book in this series of podcasts as a testimony to the reality and power of God. 

Ephesians 1:19-20 says ‘I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.’

I hope you enjoy this reading of ‘Faith and Five Dollars’.

As part of my ongoing effort to equip you as a successful metron manager I felt from the Lord that I should share a story with you. A part of My story. 

This part of my story involves another time and another place. This time and place was also in the middle of unsettled and dangerous times. The soviet union, the once unimaginably strong and seemingly permanent structure had collapsed. Another kingdom of this world had been humbled and brought to ruin so that the King of Kings could bring justice and restoration. The Kingdom of God was advancing and God had called me right into the middle of the chaos. 

Many of you feel that you are right in the middle of the Chaos. Fear and loss seem to rule the day. It felt the same way in the early 1990s when I landed in Russia. 

You may feel that you are down to your last 5 dollars and you are on a one way ticket to hopelessness. You are likely asking God ‘Where are you?’

I want to share this story that I call ‘Faith and Five Dollars’ I will be reading directly from my book entitled Faith and Five Dollars. 

Five dollars, six countries, four months and a one way ticket to Southern Russia. This is a book about faith, obedience, and miracles. 

Many of you are praying for miracles to happen. I want to share this book in this series of podcasts as a testimony to the reality and power of God. 

Ephesians 1:19-20 says ‘I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you will know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the boundless greatness of His power toward us who believe. These are in accordance with the working of the strength of His might.’

I hope you enjoy this reading of ‘Faith and Five Dollars’.

This 12 episode series will introduce you to the golden thread of vocation that is woven throughout scripture. It will aid you in recovering the dignity and mission of vocation!

By listening you will arrive at a high view of work and discover a deep sense of purpose as you come to understand Gods original design and your vital role in his Kingdom.

This series is adapted from my Theology of Work 101 video course that is available on the ‘Metron Academy’ page of my website.

For more information or to view the video series visit http://www.MetronManager.com

God has given you Permission and a Commission to Work!

This 12 episode series will introduce you to the golden thread of vocation that is woven throughout scripture. It will aid you in recovering the dignity and mission of vocation!

By listening you will arrive at a high view of work and discover a deep sense of purpose as you come to understand Gods original design and your vital role in his Kingdom.

This series is adapted from my Theology of Work 101 video course that is available on the ‘Metron Academy’ page of my website.

For more information or to view the video series visit http://www.MetronManager.com

God has given you Permission and a Commission to Work!

Have you ever wondered if God is even aware of what you do at work? 

Does it often feel like God may love you but he pretty much disdains your job or daily responsibilities? 

Or just doesn’t even notice what you do? 

When you think about your day to day life experience do you find yourself wanting to apologize or make excuses to God (or other people) or make some kind of justification for why you spend time doing something secular with your life?

I would suggest that God is actually VERY interested in what you are actually working on in life. No matter how trivial or mundane your work may seem... I believe that God is actually very into the work of your hands. 

I had a profound revelation that God not only loves people but he loves their actual work.

I want to share a story of how God showed me the depth of authentic LOVE he has for you AND for what you do. Your work really does matter to God. He Loves you but he is REALLY into your job.

Mankind needs to align with their design and work from their SOUL! 

If we don’t realize that God is actually ‘into’ your work you won’t be ‘into’ your work... and the world around you will suffer.

This 12 episode series will introduce you to the golden thread of vocation that is woven throughout scripture. It will aid you in recovering the dignity and mission of vocation!

By listening you will arrive at a high view of work and discover a deep sense of purpose as you come to understand Gods original design and your vital role in his Kingdom.

This series is adapted from my Theology of Work 101 video course that is available on the ‘Metron Academy’ page of my website.

For more information or to view the video series visit http://www.MetronManager.com

God has given you Permission and a Commission to Work!

This 12 episode series will introduce you to the golden thread of vocation that is woven throughout scripture. It will aid you in recovering the dignity and mission of vocation!

By listening you will arrive at a high view of work and discover a deep sense of purpose as you come to understand Gods original design and your vital role in his Kingdom.

This series is adapted from my Theology of Work 101 video course that is available on the ‘Metron Academy’ page of my website.

For more information or to view the video series visit http://www.MetronManager.com

God has given you Permission and a Commission to Work!

This 12 episode series will introduce you to the golden thread of vocation that is woven throughout scripture. It will aid you in recovering the dignity and mission of vocation!

By listening you will arrive at a high view of work and discover a deep sense of purpose as you come to understand Gods original design and your vital role in his Kingdom.

This series is adapted from my Theology of Work 101 video course that is available on the ‘Metron Academy’ page of my website.

For more information or to view the video series visit http://www.MetronManager.com

God has given you Permission and a Commission to Work!

This 12 episode series will introduce you to the golden thread of vocation that is woven throughout scripture. It will aid you in recovering the dignity and mission of vocation!

By listening you will arrive at a high view of work and discover a deep sense of purpose as you come to understand Gods original design and your vital role in his Kingdom.

This series is adapted from my Theology of Work 101 video course that is available on the ‘Metron Academy’ page of my website.

For more information or to view the video series visit http://www.MetronManager.com

God has given you Permission and a Commission to Work!

Visit www.liliesinthefield.org for more information.

This 12 episode series will introduce you to the golden thread of vocation that is woven throughout scripture. It will aid you in recovering the dignity and mission of vocation!

By listening you will arrive at a high view of work and discover a deep sense of purpose as you come to understand Gods original design and your vital role in his Kingdom.

This series is adapted from my Theology of Work 101 video course that is available on the ‘Metron Academy’ page of my website.

For more information or to view the video series visit http://www.MetronManager.com

God has given you Permission and a Commission to Work!

This 12 episode series will introduce you to the golden thread of vocation that is woven throughout scripture. It will aid you in recovering the dignity and mission of vocation!

By listening you will arrive at a high view of work and discover a deep sense of purpose as you come to understand Gods original design and your vital role in his Kingdom.

This series is adapted from my Theology of Work 101 video course that is available on the ‘Metron Academy’ page of my website.

For more information or to view the video series visit http://www.MetronManager.com

God has given you Permission and a Commission to Work!

In this episode we are going to talk today about making pickles! Did you know that Jesus actually commands us to make pickles in the great commission? Lets dive in and explore what it means to make pickles of all the nations …. And I would say of your metron!

Your role as a metron manager is to work to permanently submerge everyone and everything that is within your sphere of responsibility. 

People need pickled, systems need pickled, processes and practices need pickled, world views need pickled, industries need pickled, governments need pickled and nations need pickled! It they are not pickled they will not be preserved. 

Preservation is transformation!

Pickles are not able to revert back to an unpickled state of being. 

Caterpillers who are transformed into butterflies do not deconstruct back into caterpillars. 

Learn more at www.MetronManager.com

This 12 episode series will introduce you to the golden thread of vocation that is woven throughout scripture. It will aid you in recovering the dignity and mission of vocation!

By listening you will arrive at a high view of work and discover a deep sense of purpose as you come to understand Gods original design and your vital role in his Kingdom.

This series is adapted from my Theology of Work 101 video course that is available on the ‘Metron Academy’ page of my website.

For more information or to view the video series visit http://www.MetronManager.com

God has given you Permission and a Commission to Work!

Listen as Jonathan Nowlen interviews pastor Kevin Rusack from New Heights Church in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Kevin has spent 10 years in ministry leadership with the local church and another 20 years serving as a leader in multiple mission organizations. Kevin is passionate about the Kingdom of God and in this interview he lays out a compelling Biblical perspective regarding the two 'book ends' of the Bible.

Kevin say's "We need a renewed sense of purpose and hope. So many people in our world are asking the questions, “Why am I here? What is the meaning of my life? Is there anything higher than myself to live for? What we usually hear when people tell the Big story known as the Gospel – is that they often start with Gen. 3 with the Fall of Man and they end in Rev. 20 with the Lake of fire! If you don’t have the right starting place and ending place, there’s confusion in the middle and that is where we find ourselves today…"

Join us as we explore the scripture to find out what we as believers and Metron Managers are actually aiming at!

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This 12 episode series will introduce you to the golden thread of vocation that is woven throughout scripture. It will aid you in recovering the dignity and mission of vocation!

By listening you will arrive at a high view of work and discover a deep sense of purpose as you come to understand Gods original design and your vital role in his Kingdom.

This series is adapted from my Theology of Work 101 video course that is available on the ‘Metron Academy’ page of my website.

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God has given you Permission and a Commission to Work!

Maya shares how they are using the materials and the paradigm shifts that she and her group are experiencing together. Her group has taken a deep and mature approach to searching out the scriptures in the materials and genuinely seeking to realign their thinking and life practices in the context of high school. They are finding that a Theology of Work is vital even when you are a student and in their home life. Maya presents an impressive and compelling report of becoming a high school Metron Manager!

Do you often feel like you should be doing something extraordinary but your day job is in the way? 

I believe that when you discover Gods original design for vocation, then the ordinary becomes extraordinary! 

We are created in the image and likeness of our Father God, the ultimate creator, and builder of all things. God worked, and now we work. Work is spiritual and was ordained before the fall. It is not a result of sin or a form of punishment. Vocation is the very means through which God intends to build his Kingdom.

Check out this introduction to the Metron Manager Project and the book Managing Your Metron!

In this episode I share some of my back story in missions and how I came to see the vital role of marketplace professionals in the Great Commission. Join me as we cover the topic of living with an 'On Mission' mindset that will launch you into a Mission in any Vocation.

This episode will provide a paradigm shift on the future of mission and the exciting opportunities that God has designed for those called to the Work Place. You are vital to our Father's Family Business!

Become a Metron Manager who can identify Broken Edges and missionize to bring heavens solutions to the broken areas in your Metron.

Through this podcast I will bring a refreshing and hope filled approach to Theology of Work and the Future of Christian Mission.

Each episode features transformational content that will catalyze your journey to recover the dignity and mission of vocation! 

I invite you to listen to these topical teachings, interviews and dynamic discussions.

My aim is to equip every believer to be a Successful Metron Manager by developing a deeply spiritual perspective on the original design of work, mission and meaning!

Remember, God has given you Permission and a Commission to Work.

Jonathan Nowlen - Founder of the Metron Manager Project

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