In this episode of The Thrive! Podcast, host Bob Willbanks unpacks a decision-making tool consisting of several "F" Words:

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In a conversation with his father, Bob learned several principles taught to pilots for what to do when they feel lost while flying:

Bob translates these principles through a biblical lens. This provides a framework for getting back on track when we feel lost in our spiritual lives.

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Jerrid Sebesta retired from Kare11 at the top of his television career. Although the public was shocked, and many people simple couldn't understand his move, the decision was an straightforward one for Jerrid. Why? He felt God calling him in a new direction.

Bob and Jerrid discuss how someone can get to the point of leaving a successful career. Jerrid believes the answer is rooted in each individual's purpose. Jerrid asks his speaking audiences a series of questions to help them narrow down their purpose here on earth, and he shares this with listeners in this podcast episode.

From the topic of purpose, Bob and Jerrid move on to discuss the development of a personal mission statement, and the critical topic of identity.

In a culture that celebrates identity as the career you have, Jerrid suggests an alternate question to "what do you do?" His question gets to the core of where an individual places their identity.

And finally, paramount to living a unified life and unashamedly living our your purpose is humility, according to Jerrid. He shares his thoughts on humility with Bob in the last few minutes of this podcast episode.

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Special Guest: Jerrid Sebesta.

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People need spiritual, emotional, physical, and financial margin in their lives. Many business professionals have "border-less" jobs which can overtake all areas of life. Because of this, it is important to develop habits and principles of taking phsycial time and a mental break from work.

Do you have something in your life that you loose track of time while you are doing it?

Roger Thompson has learned the best way to create margin is to say "no." Take a chunck of time;, find a hobby, carve out valuable family time. Running and woodworking are a couple of Roger's hobbies. In this episode he shares analogies from these hobbies that show the importance of taking rest.

"Margin isn't as simple as taking a day off; it is how you spend your day off." - Roger Thompson

Roger recommends three practices to help build margin into your life:

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Learn about the ministry, Man in The Mirror: http://maninthemirror.org/

Find the book "Margin" by Richard Swenson: http://www.richardswenson.com/margin/

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Special Guest: Roger Thompson.

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How often do you truly take time to rest? This is a question, among others, Bob Willbanks asked himself in a period of burn out a few years ago. He learned that God intended for us to still take a day to glorify God by resting in God.

Bob invites Larry Kutzler, the producer of the Ambassadors for Business podcast, to join this conversation about making time for rest and being present in the moment.

A study of the Old Testament kings - and how they spent their Sabbaths - provided Bob with insight into the value of taking a Sabbath day to rest, study the things of the Lord, and to worship God.

The prospect of taking a day to rest terrified Bob; when he committed to a Sabbath rest he realized the benefits went beyond just feeling rested and focused at the beginning of a work week.

Bob developed a routine on Saturday mornings to settle work tasks from the previous week. This allows him to step away from work for the rest of Saturday and into Sunday. This allows time to truly engage with family and worship.

Find the Operation Timothy study mentioned by Bob here: https://www.operationtimothy.com/

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"Great wisdom comes from the defining moment when someone did the tougher right over the easier wrong."

In this episode of The Thrive! Podcast, Larry Julian unpacks the importance of small group participation, especially for top leaders, as they navigate living for God in a bottom-line world. He shares how his organization facilitates round-table meetings for senior and emerging leaders, and principles that can be translated into a variety of small group settings.

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Special Guest: Larry Julian.

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Listen in as Larry Julian discusses common challenges to following God in a bottom-line world. He explores the tensions this can create while highlighting common practices he has seen in the CEO's he interacts with. Larry shares the personal habits he has implemented; these help to center him at the beginning of each day.

Be challenged and encouraged to live for God this week - both on Sunday and during your time in the marketplace during the week!

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Special Guest: Larry Julian.

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What does it mean to be a man? This question proves to be a difficult one for both women and men to answer. It is not just about growing up. It is not just about being the opposite of a women. It is not just about pursuing virtue.

Vince Miller believes the true answer to this question is found in Jesus Christ. How does this truth play itself out for men in the home, at work, and other areas of life?

Paulette Kutzler joins the conversation to share her perspective on the topic, bring new ideas to the table, and ask additional questions.

Vince Miller is not afriad to bring up tough questions and topics in the conversation of manhood in the home and in the workplace.

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Special Guest: Vince Miller.

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Dive into the core purpose of Ambassadors for Business with host Bob Willbanks. Learn key questions you can ask yourself as you lead yourself each day. These questions help keep the focus of decision making on an eternal perspective.

Be reminded of the importance of having a core group of people around you as you grow in leadership. This helps to avoid drift in ares of personal, spiritual, and professional development.

Ambassadors for Business provides encouragement in the marketplace for leaders and business professionals. Get connected by attending a Thrive! event or checking out our membership offerings!

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Daren's perspective on ministry shifted throughout his life as he came to realize the value of marketplace ministry. In this podcast episode, he discusses the importance of guarding his time as a husband, father, and business owner. In the various demands each new stage of life brings, Daren is committed to keeping his family first.

As he works in a secular world, Daren focuses on fellowship and great conversation with people. He pays attention to the image he gives off to others, and seeks to build meaningful connections.

Find practical ideas and motivation to keep going in the midst of your workplace challenges in this episode.

Learn more about Daren's business here: https://secured2.com/

Special Guest: Daren Klum.

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