Episode Summary:

In this inspiring episode, Luke talks with longtime entrepreneur Rusty Fulling, founder of Fulling Management & Accounting. What starts as a story about burnout and stress becomes a powerful reflection on calling, mission, and how God can use the work you’re already doing. Rusty opens up about the physical and emotional toll of overworking, the wake-up call that led him to Honduras, and the unexpected clarity he received when a friend reminded him that maybe the mission was right where he already was.

Together, they explore the power of slowing down, building vision, the fear of irrelevance, and the gift of passing the keys. This conversation is full of wisdom for anyone feeling burned out, restless, or unsure if they’re still on the right path.

Key Takeaways:

• Burnout as a Spiritual Wake-Up Call Rusty shares how years of overwork and physical symptoms forced him to stop and reflect—and how that created space for God to speak.
• The Sacredness of the Work You’re Already In A conversation with a friend helped Rusty see that maybe the mission field wasn’t somewhere far away—it was right in front of him.
• Creating a Vision for Your Work Rusty describes how attending a small group helped him cast a new vision for his company—and how clarity changed everything.
• When the War Shows Up From broken septic tanks to imposter syndrome, Rusty and Luke talk about what always happens when you say yes to a new direction: resistance.
• The Fear of Relevance Rusty vulnerably shares what it feels like to hand off leadership, step into a new role, and wrestle with the quiet fear of, "Do I still matter?"
• Mentorship, Community, and the Power of One Simple Lunch They talk about the life-changing power of reaching out—whether you're seeking a mentor or becoming one. Sometimes it all starts with: “Hey, wanna grab lunch?”

Memorable Quotes:

"Sometimes the mission field is the business God already put you in." – Rusty Fulling

"Burnout was the breaking point—but it was also the beginning of clarity." – Luke LeFevre

"When I slowed down, the vision found me." – Rusty Fulling

"You're not behind. You're not done. Just keep going." – Luke LeFevre

Resources Mentioned:

• Free 7-Day Holy Work Journaling Challenge – holywork.com
• The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer
• Sacred Strides by Justin McRoberts
• The Sacredness of Secular Work by Jordan Raynor
• Soundtracks by Jon Acuff

Call to Action:

Visit holywork.com to join the free 7-day Holy Work Journaling Challenge and begin building a rhythm of peace, reflection, and calling.