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In this episode of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur Podcast, host Justin Forman sits down with Steve Preston, CEO of Goodwill Industries, to discuss his remarkable journey from Wall Street executive to nonprofit leader. Unlike the typical path of chasing wealth and status, Steve shares how he made intentional decisions to prioritize purpose over prestige throughout his career.

After starting at Lehman Brothers, Steve felt a tug that his faith was calling him toward a different path. He made a deal with God that he would "never make a decision for money, for prestige, or for power," which ultimately led him to leave banking on the cusp of making partner. His journey continued through corporate America, government service (including running the Small Business Administration during Hurricane Katrina recovery), and eventually to Goodwill, where he now leads one of America's most recognized nonprofit organizations.

• Steve's countercultural decision to leave Wall Street's wealth and prestige to follow God's calling
• The rich history of Goodwill beginning as a church-based ministry to help Boston's poorest residents
• How Goodwill provides holistic support to help people overcome barriers to employment
• The innovative prison education programs helping reduce recidivism rates to just 5%
• The power of corporate partnerships in scaling social impact
• How writing a personal mission statement helped Steve identify his calling
• The importance of seeing potential in people that they don't yet see in themselves

"I felt like God said, I've taken you thus far. Will you really go where I'm taking you? And worse, most of the people in my close-in circle said, you're crazy... And I had this moment where I thought to myself, I have been like every other American watching these horrific stories on television and wondering what I could do."

"Our founder's story and our founder's vision 125 years later is still very much a part of who we are... It was all deeply based in the conviction that every human being has embedded potential."

"I often say, when somebody comes through our door, we often see more in them than they see in themselves."

What makes the death of a believer precious in God's eyes? In this episode, Dr. John Neufeld reflects on Genesis 23 and the death of Sarah. With great insight, he explores Abraham’s deep faith and the significance of how he honoured Sarah’s life and legacy. This message offers a powerful reminder that every moment in the life of a believer matters—and that death, for those in Christ, is not the end but a precious transition into God’s presence.

Confident Faith: In this 4-week series on Genesis 18-25, Dr. John Neufeld looks at the life of Abraham and unpacks the topic of faith. How is faith formed? How does faith mature? And how can faith help us trust in what God has promised, even though we can’t see it yet.

Did you hear about the mortgage broker who always ate lunch alone? Yep—it turns out he was a loaner.

Okay, a bit of levity to start the program today, but you know what’s serious business? Buying or selling a home. Are spring and summer still prime seasons to jump into the market? Dale Vermillion joins us for insight on today’s real estate and mortgage trends. 

Dale Vermillion is the author of Navigating the Mortgage Maze: The Simple Truth About Financing Your Home. This book covers everything you need to know about securing a mortgage—all from a biblical perspective.

While spring and summer are still active seasons, seasonality in real estate isn’t what it used to be. The rise of online listings means people shop for homes year-round. However, warmer weather, the end of the school year, and a desire for fresh starts still push many families to buy and sell during this time.

There’s a lot of activity right now. Listings are up over 700,000—33% more homes than last year. And new home sales? Up to 76,000 in just the last 30 days.

With more homes on the market and fewer buyers competing, this may be the best opportunity to buy a home since 2021.

If you’re on the selling side, you’ll need more than a “For Sale” sign. Here are a few key steps to rise above the noise:

• Price your home right from day one. Use recent comps, a professional appraisal, and work with a local agent who knows your area.
   
• Stage your home well. With more buyers relying on online home tours and 360° walkthroughs, curb appeal and clean, well-lit interiors matter more than ever.
   
• Declutter and simplify. Remove excess items and ensure the space feels open and welcoming—both inside and out.

For starters, you need to understand that pre-approval is not the same as pre-qualification. Pre-qualification is often based on unverified info. You want a full pre-approval, where your application, income, credit, and down payment are all verified.

This not only makes your offer more attractive to sellers but also helps you understand what you can realistically afford. And that’s the other key point—know your budget. Don’t rely solely on what a lender says you qualify for.

• Create a detailed budget based on your actual income and expenses.
• Consider your long-term financial goals, not just your current desires.
• Most importantly, pray about your decision. Ask God for wisdom and peace before making such a significant commitment.

Many are still waiting for interest rates to drop—but experts say don’t hold your breath.

The Fed rate may drop a few times this year, but that mostly affects short-term debt like credit cards and auto loans. Mortgage rates, on the other hand, are driven by the 10-year Treasury note.

As inflation eases, mortgage rates may follow, but they’re expected to remain relatively stable for now.

If you’re a buyer, now could be the right time to act, with high inventory and lower competition. But as always, make sure your decision is rooted in financial wisdom and prayerful dependence on God. Only buy what you can afford, and trust the Lord through the process.

Saving money is good stewardship. One way to save money is to spend less. One way to do that is to do seasonal shopping when items are discounted to make room for new merchandise.

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Ever feel like we’re living in divided times?  Today on BOLD STEPS, Pastor Mark Jobe has an important message about the church, and unity. Our attitude toward something can make or break it. Most would agree that there is A LOT of anger, division, and strife in relationships today. That’s something he addressed in a recent message to Moody Bible Institute students and we’re going to share that with our listeners today in a message titled, Attitudes That Divide Us.

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