Greg Koukl provides concrete ways to take a stand for our beliefs. He focuses especially on issues within the culture that cause most Christians to falter when faced with challenges from non-believers. He trains us to use questions to whittle away arguments and bring God’s truth to light.

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Many entrepreneurs try to follow strategies that were never meant for the stage they’re actually in.

Michael Hunter, founder of PersonalBrand.com and creator of Spiffy, joins Kurt and Kristen to explore why timing matters when building a message-driven business. The conversation centers on a simple idea that changes how founders think about growth:

Every thought leader business moves through stages, and confusion often begins when someone tries to operate several stages ahead of where they are.

Michael has spent years helping experts clarify their message and build influence that lasts. Along the way he shares lessons from building Spiffy, reflects on the difference between brand and branding, and explains how clarity around your message can shape the opportunities that follow.

This conversation reframes growth through a simple question many founders overlook: What stage are you actually in?

0:00 Intro

06:53 Validating a Real Market Problem

10:04 Resourcefulness in the Early Years

14:13 Brand vs. Branding vs. Content

19:35 Repositioning Eliza VanCort

24:26 The 5 Stages Framework

30:51 The Mistake of Mimicking Big Names

34:43 Strategy Should Reduce Overwhelm

42:25 Business as Spiritual Formation

48:40 Lightning Round

Resources Mentioned:

Michael’s Companies:

https://personalbrand.com

Spiffy:

https://spiffy.co

The SixFig Podcast:

https://www.youtube.com/@sixfigpodcast 

Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki

The Road Less Stupid by Keith Cunningham

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Of the thousands of green-clad parade-goers, marchers, and partiers today, few know about Patrick, the man for whom today's holiday is named.

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We welcome Brent Dusing to the program to talk about Truplay.  Brent talks about his journey as to how he came to Christ.  He was educated at Harvard U. and then how God led him to create...Faith based games kids love.  Christian values shouldn't stop at screen time.  That is why we created this tool for spiritual growth with Bible based games, stories and videos.

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Have you been stuck on your first draft? You're not alone. In this episode, Shelley shares the biggest reasons writers stay stuck and never finish their manuscript, plus three practical shifts that can help you make real, consistent progress. She also shares details about the upcoming FREE Kingdom Writers Conference: Finish Your First Draft Edition happening on March 24, 2026, featuring 14 hand-picked speakers ready to help you stop second-guessing and start finishing.

Register for free at https://www.trainingauthors.com/conference/.

When your child comes home asking if science and faith can coexist, how will you answer?

In this eye-opening episode, Catherine takes on one of the most pressing battlegrounds for today’s Christian families: the supposed war between science and belief. Are young people right to think science has rendered God unnecessary? What do you do when biology class asks your kids to choose between facts and faith?

To help tackle these big questions, Catherine welcomes Allan Pereira, creative force and co-creator behind the new documentary series, The Science Dilemma. With a background in student ministry, creative arts, and Christian non-profits, Allan brings a thoughtful, accessible approach to making complex scientific discoveries understandable for everyone—especially parents and teens who don’t have a science degree.

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

Why Science Pushes Young Faith to the Edge
Unpack the cultural narrative that claims belief in God is “unscientific.” Catherine and Allan reveal why so many teens walk away from faith and how Darwinian evolution is presented not as theory, but as fact—even when the evidence leaves gaping holes.

The Power of Questioning “Settled Science”
Can science ever be truly settled? Discover why the spirit of honest inquiry is central to science—and how both believers and skeptics sometimes make the mistake of shutting down hard questions.

“The truth is—it's moving. You can put me in prison, but it's still moving.”
—Catherine, reflecting on Galileo’s courage to question the establishment

Unveiling the Case for Intelligent Design
Explore the three giant dilemmas rocking evolutionary theory:

• The machines inside the cell: Discover how molecular “machines” operate with mind-boggling complexity, resembling factories more than blobs of protoplasm.

• The code in our DNA: Learn why the existence of sophisticated genetic language points powerfully to an intelligent programmer. “There is no known existence of coded language without a programmer—and that's what we have in our cells,” says Catherine.

• What the fossils really say: Examine why the missing transitional fossils and the instant appearance of new body plans (the “Cambrian Explosion”) just don’t add up with classic Darwinian expectations.

The Science Dilemma’s Special Touch
From world-class experts like Dr. Stephen Meyer and Dr. Michael Behe to street interviews and a show-stopping arrowhead sorting experiment with a three-year-old, this series (and conversation) brings cutting-edge scientific discovery and child-like insight together to pose the question every one of us must answer: “Who made these?”

Equipping Ordinary Parents for Extraordinary Conversations
Feeling unqualified? Don’t be! Catherine and Allan remind you: “You don’t have to be an expert to step into these conversations with your kids. You just need the courage to sat, 'Let’s explore this together.’”

About the Guest:
Allan Pereira is the dynamic co-creator of The Science Dilemma docu-series and podcast. He’s a veteran of student ministry and creative communications, with years spent championing families and faith—including fighting for foster children, producing faith-based media, and equipping parents to disciple the next generation. While not a scientist by training, his journey proves that curiosity and obedience can change lives.

Why This Matters:
With “the mind” under attack in today’s secular culture, Christian parents must reclaim their place at the table. Resources like The Science Dilemma offer a compelling, user-friendly way t

Leann Murphy wanted to share the truth about marriage with her adult children. This wisdom became her 21-day devotionals – Becoming a Wife and Becoming a Husband. Leann shares how to “fight well,” build routines that draw you closer to Jesus, and walk through bitterness and resentment. You’ll be encouraged to contend for your marriage like never before.

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