Christian Business Growth Podcast

In 2018, Christopher Taylor was homeless, living in a former chicken coop, and searching for spiritual answers in New Age beliefs. Then he stopped to listen to someone talking about Jesus, and his life began to change.

Christopher joins Rev. Lyle on the Christian Business Growth Podcast to share how faith led him into eBay sales, an estate sale business, and FlowLister, software he created to help sellers work more effectively. He also talks about Tools for Teens, a nonprofit helping young people connect their passions with training, mentorship, and meaningful career paths.

After a serious illness, Christopher says he felt called to take both ventures seriously. In this conversation, he and Lyle discuss building consistent habits, keeping your word, researching your competition, focusing your energy, and seeking God's direction in business.

Learn more about Christopher's work at FlowLister.com, TaylorFamilySoftware.com, and TaylorFamilyStore.com.

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What if your business became a new marketplace for ministry?

Rev. Lyle talks with Greg Pirtle about the relationships that led him from nearly two decades in youth and family ministry into leadership at Qualis Roofing & Construction—and how the gifts he used in ministry continue to shape the way he serves people in business.

Greg shares why leadership means caring for the whole person, not only the work they do. He describes praying with team members, listening to what is happening in their lives, and building a culture where people work hard and care for one another. He also explains how his team creates "you wouldn't believe" moments for homeowners: helping carry furniture, unloading groceries, mowing a lawn before a roof replacement, or giving a family a chance to escape the noise with a movie and pizza.

These stories point to a practical lesson for every business owner: excellent service is more than completing the transaction. It is noticing people, responding to real needs, and continuing to care after the work is finished. Greg also closes with a reminder to practice gratitude in both good and difficult seasons.

Key takeaways: • Relationships can open doors to work that fits your gifts and calling. • Leadership includes shepherding and supporting the people on your team. • Small, thoughtful acts can make customers feel seen and cared for. • A service culture grows when teams celebrate the behavior they want to repeat. • Gratitude can reset your perspective when business feels difficult.

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What if growing your business started with one meaningful conversation?

Stephanie Baggett's path into nutrition work began with her own health challenges and a desire to understand what was going on beneath the surface. After years of working full-time while studying, she started her business part-time and recently stepped into it full-time. Along the way, she says God has been teaching her to trust Him and take action, even when the next step feels outside her comfort zone.

Stephanie joins Rev. Lyle to talk about building a business through in-person conversations, especially when networking feels intimidating. Her approach is simple: aim to connect with one person, look for a way to help, and follow up with something useful. She also shares why she believes human connection matters in a world where information is easy to find, and how trust grows through consistent conversations.

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What if the story that grows your business isn't really about you?

J Loren Norris joins Rev. Lyle on the Christian Business Growth Podcast to explore the power of storytelling in faith, leadership, and business. J Loren explains why facts, credentials, and features often fail to create the connection that a well-told personal story can create.

They discuss how our stories can point people toward what God has done rather than simply drawing attention to ourselves, why vulnerability matters, and how business owners can communicate more effectively by speaking directly to the people they are best equipped to serve.

J Loren also shares a practical lesson that changed the way he delivers his own training: sometimes growth doesn't require adding more. It requires giving people less information and more opportunity to apply it.

His closing challenge is simple: "Tell better stories better."

Learn more about J Loren Norris and Story Power Academy at www.storypoweracademy.com.

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How do you know if you're following God's direction in business instead of simply doing what feels comfortable?

Rev. Lyle talks with Mark Rowan of Sheepfeast about seeing business as discipleship, getting clear about the message God has given you, and making room for God to lead. Mark shares his "2,000 Cubit Rule," inspired by Joshua 3, along with the five-step Metamorphoo Method for taking a vision from an idea to greater impact.

They also discuss marketing clarity, moving beyond the work that's comfortable, bringing the right people alongside you, and why Mark's advice for Christian entrepreneurs is simple: "Get with Jesus early and often."

Learn more about Mark and Sheepfeast at Sheepfeast.com.

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What if selling wasn't something you had to tolerate to grow your business, but actually part of how you serve people?

Justin Janowski, founder of Faith to Influence, joins Rev. Lyle to share the winding journey that took him through two failed coaching businesses before finally building the business God was calling him to create. Justin explains how learning sales changed everything and why Christian entrepreneurs don't have to choose between integrity and business success.

You'll discover the four foundations Justin believes service-based entrepreneurs need: a clear mission statement, a strong signature offer, consistent ways to find clients, and a sales process that makes it easy for the right people to say yes.

Justin also challenges entrepreneurs to rethink selling itself. Sales doesn't have to mean pressure or manipulation. Done well, it can be service, invitation, and even an expression of love.

Want Justin's 10-step sales process? Text 'SALES' to 55444.

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What happens when artificial intelligence is built specifically to point people back to Scripture?

Ryan Armstrong joins Rev. Lyle on the Christian Business Growth Podcast to share the story behind My Shepherd, an AI tool designed to answer questions using Scripture and help people take a first step toward exploring their faith.

Ryan also shares an important lesson God has taught him as an entrepreneur: sometimes the best business strategy begins by getting quiet enough to listen. Instead of building a plan and asking God to bless it, Ryan is learning to let God guide the agenda.

In this episode:

• How Ryan moved from financial technology into faith-based AI • Why he believes AI can become a bridge to Scripture • The importance of safeguards when using artificial intelligence • Why Christian entrepreneurs need to step away from the noise • How creating intentional "God time" has changed Ryan's decision-making • The difference between asking God to bless your plans and allowing Him to direct them

Find Ryan's app at myshepherdapp.church

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What happens when the hardest chapter of your story becomes the very thing God uses for your calling?

Scott and Joanne Williams know what it means to see a marriage fall apart. After two and a half years of separation, God restored their relationship and eventually led them into something neither could have imagined: helping other couples through Eleven 11 Marriage.

In this episode of the Christian Business Growth Podcast, Scott and Joanne share how prayer, surrender, pain, and restoration shaped their ministry and ultimately their business. They also discuss an important lesson for Christian entrepreneurs: there's a difference between asking God to bless your plans and allowing Him to direct your steps.

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What happens when God gives you a new assignment after 35 years of ministry?

Pastor and coach Mark Hanson joins Rev. Lyle to share how God unexpectedly led him into coaching and entrepreneurship. Mark talks about learning an entirely new business language, remaining teachable, surrounding yourself with people who want you to succeed, and trusting God when you don't yet know the entire plan.

A central theme runs throughout their conversation: be ready. Sometimes waiting on God doesn't mean doing nothing. It means preparing yourself so that when God says move, you're ready to move.

Mark also shares the heart behind Standfast Coaching, where he works with Christian men to help them show up, stand fast and move beyond the wounds that have been holding them back.

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What happens when faith is real, but your emotions are still controlling you?

Pastor, author, and Control the Beast founder Ed Snyder joins Rev. Lyle to share his personal journey from struggling with intense anger to helping others understand and manage their emotions. Ed explains why prayer matters, but why personal responsibility, understanding, and intentional growth have to accompany our faith.

They also discuss emotional intelligence in leadership, handling difficult workplace relationships, journaling, continual learning, and why leaders can't stop growing personally if they expect their businesses or ministries to grow.

Ed also shares what's next for Control the Beast, including Release the Beast and resources designed to help people move beyond controlling negative emotions and begin developing the positive side of their lives.

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