Kingdom Builders

What does it look like to go from street evangelism to global influence…and from millions to bankruptcy and then back again? In this episode of Kingdom Builders, I sit down with Seth to talk about what it really looks like to build a kingdom business after a worldly business falls apart. Seth shares how his $50 million coaching company collapsed after the COVID boom, why he filed for bankruptcy, and how God used that season to strip away pride and rebuild him on a stronger foundation as a kingdom business owner. We talk about biblical stewardship, why tithing and financial discipleship matter, and how to evangelize boldly as a business owner without watering down the truth. This conversation will challenge and encourage anyone seeking to honor Jesus in the marketplace.

About Seth:

My name is Seth Kniep, kniep'n it real. I'm a former professional tap dancer, talk radio host, and terrible sinner saved by a merciful God.

I married KK so I could date her the rest of my life and we have four adult children. Fifteen years ago we almost blew up our marriage, but by God's grace, we learned how to start taking ownership for our own crap and found healing.

I used to work for Apple, out-selling 800 sales agents. But I found my freedom from the corporate world by doubling a dime 20 times to over $100,000, then scaled that to an 8 figure coaching company.

I founded three physical product companies, trained over 10,000 entrepreneurs from 150+ countries, and have consulted for brands like BMW, Forever 21, and Amazon.

I lost it all during the pandemic, filing corporate and personal bankruptcy, and at one point had to sell furniture from my house so we had money to buy groceries.

God used this tragedy to reprioritize my heart and remind me that my worth comes from God's love for me. Jesus' blood was the price of my soul.

Today, I teach men who love Jesus how to build wealth, turning their area of expertise into a course while discipling others. This is my life mission.

Connect with Seth: https://sethkniep.com/

What happens when the "light" of the New Age starts to feel more like darkness? In this episode of Kingdom Builders, I sit down with Elena Smale to unpack her journey from being a Reiki practitioner and energy healer to fully surrendering her business and life to Christ. She shares how her sessions often felt powerful and transformative at first, but over time, she struggled with anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and spiritual oppression. After encountering Jesus, Elena renounced Reiki, tarot, crystals, and other occult practices, experiencing true deliverance and the lasting peace she had been searching for. We unpack the deception behind energy healing, the demonic exchanges happening beneath the surface, and how Jesus alone brings real healing and freedom.

About Elena:

Elena Smale is a servant leader for the kingdom of God. After coming out of the all different kinds of darkness (binge drinking / party culture, idolizing partners / many heartbreaks, New Age spirituality) and into the true Light of Christ, Elena's calling was revealed through her testimony -- which is to expose darkness and help others become free in Jesus. This includes guiding others through deep transformation of inner healing, deliverance, and really understanding their identity, gifts and purpose here on this earth. She is excited to expand on the vision that God gave her for Fruitful Experiences which is a movement that embraces sharing testimonies, building community, and curating events / retreats with God at the center of it all.

You can connect with Elena @elevatebyelena on Instagram or on her Youtube channel.

Book mentioned by Elena in the episode: https://www.amazon.com/Steps-Freedom-Christ-Spiritual-Conflicts/dp/0764219421

What happens when the person working behind the scenes of a Christian podcast has been praying for its host all along? In this episode of Kingdom Builders, I sit down with Cait, my longtime podcast producer, to talk about her journey in business and faith. Cait shares how she and her husband run a podcast production agency together, helping women entrepreneurs share their voices while staying grounded in their calling. We dive into her testimony, growing up in a spirit-led Christian home, navigating church hurt, and rediscovering the importance of faith in her marriage and business. This conversation is a powerful reminder of how God moves through our work, relationships, and even the unexpected connections we make along the way.

How does someone go from casting spells in an occult temple to casting out demons in Jesus' name? In this episode of Kingdom Builders, I'm joined by Jenny Joy, a full-time deliverance minister who knows firsthand what it's like to be set free from deep spiritual bondage. After years of addiction, trauma, and full-blown involvement in witchcraft—including reiki, tarot, and even an underground occult temple—Jenny encountered Jesus and was delivered from over a thousand demons. We get into the nitty-gritty of how demonic oppression happens, why Christians aren't immune, and the dangers lurking behind things like energy healing and manifestation. If you've ever dabbled in the New Age or wondered why deliverance is necessary, you don't want to miss this one!

What happens when you let go of every healing technique and trust Jesus alone to restore you? In this episode of Kingdom Builders, I'm talking with Adeline, a former New Ager who found true freedom in Christ. We dive into deliverance, self-deliverance, and why healing without Jesus isn't just ineffective—it's straight-up dangerous. Adeline shares how New Age practices pulled her further from the truth and opened doors to spiritual warfare, chronic insomnia, and a deep sense of disconnection. She gets real about breaking soul ties, renouncing the spirit of lust, and how God completely restored her understanding of womanhood, relationships, and identity. If you've ever felt like something was off in your spiritual journey or wondered why healing methods outside of Jesus never seem to last, this episode is for you!

About Adeline:

Adeline Er is a V.O.I.C.E. Activator and mentor for visionary leaders and heart-led creative entrepreneurs. She is the host of The Holy rEVOLution Show, a platform for entrepreneurs and next-generation leaders building the Kingdom of God, and a sought-after speaker on VOICE as the instrument and vehicle for God's will, impact, and expansion.

Born in Malaysia, Adeline has built a global presence across Australia and Bali. As a Chinese Australian entrepreneur and speaker, she seamlessly blends Eastern and Western influences, offering a unique global perspective on leadership, business, and faith.

At the peak of her corporate success, Adeline made the audacious decision to walk away—turning down a lucrative equity offer at 30 to pursue a higher calling: to write, speak, and teach. With no roadmap or guarantees, she took a radical leap of faith, building a life and business fully aligned with her God-given purpose. Since then, she has built a multiple 6-figure per year consulting and online education business, impacting over 1,000 leaders across 20+ countries.

In 2024, after years of exploring various spiritual paths—including plant medicine, shamanic practices, feminine arts, and tantra/conscious kink—Adeline made a life-altering decision to follow Christ, grounding her work in biblical Truth at the forefront of business strategy.

Is sex before marriage truly freeing, or is it actually keeping us in cycles of heartbreak and confusion? In this episode of Kingdom Builders, I share my journey from dismissing purity as outdated to being fully convicted by the Holy Spirit. I open up about how my past in the "feminine liberated" and New Age worlds shaped my views on sex, how meeting a godly man after my baptism challenged me, and how I came to see God's design for sex as a blessing, not a restriction. I'm also discussing the clarity of dating without sex, the heartbreak of casual relationships, and how embracing God's way transformed my desires for marriage and family. If you've wrestled with this topic, I pray this episode brings a fresh perspective and a deeper understanding of God's love and protection.

Can faith in Christ in your darkest moments break the chains of addiction? In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Keilani to hear her incredible testimony about leaving the New Age and finding Jesus. She opens up about her journey as a Reiki healer and spiritual entrepreneur, battling addiction, anxiety, and depression before hitting rock bottom and crying out to God. We also dive into how God led Keilani to start her virtual assistant business, which has given her the flexibility to focus on her walk with Him and minister to others. Keilani shares how obedience, resting in his presence, and being bold in her faith have transformed her life. This is such a powerful conversation, and I know you're going to feel so encouraged by Keilani's testimony!

About Keilani:

Keilani Francisco is a content creator, speaker, and mentor who shares a powerful testimony of transformation, healing and personal growth through faith. Saved from substance abuse in 2023, Keilani draws from personal experiences of overcoming addiction, mental health struggles, eating disorders, and self-harm. Having faced trauma as a child and young adult and finding herself in multiple unhealthy relationships, she now uses her journey to inspire others to find confidence, healing, and empowerment in Christ. Through evangelism, outreach, and life coaching, Keilani equips young adults and women to break free from cycles of pain, embrace their God-given identity, and step boldly into their purpose.

Links:

https://www.instagram.com/keilani.francisco/

https://open.spotify.com/show/0AmRsp4mx4N4sWN56x4TRV

Have you ever wondered if the healing methods you’ve been using are actually keeping you trapped? In this episode of Kingdom Builders, Haley and I talk about how she left New Age trauma therapy after realizing it was built on half-truths that kept people stuck instead of truly healed. As a therapist, she once relied on methods like meditation, sound baths, and self-love practices, but after encountering Jesus, Hayley saw how these approaches lacked real transformation and left the door open to deception. Haley talks about how God completely shifted her understanding of trauma therapy, leading her to rebuild her business and life on His truth. Hayley now helps others break free from worldly healing methods and find real freedom in Christ.

Could an old name, relationship, or identity be holding you back from God's true calling? In this episode of Kingdom Builders, I'm sharing what it's really like to walk through the wilderness season, when God strips away everything that can't go with you into the next chapter. Over the past few months, I've experienced deep pruning: letting go of relationships, experiencing big business shifts, and even reclaiming my real name after realizing how the enemy uses name changes to alter our destiny. God convicted me about renouncing Elaina Ray–a name I took on in the New Age–and stepping back into the identity He gave me through my family, Elaina Giolando. If you're feeling the weight of isolation, loss, or loneliness during your own wilderness season, hear this: God is preparing you for something greater. Stay faithful, because He is making a way.

How does God use discomfort and conviction to lead us back to Him? In this episode of Kingdom Builders, I sit down with Brittany to hear her incredible journey from living in the New Age community in Bali to finding true freedom in Jesus. Brittany opens up about the discomfort she began to feel in spaces filled with New Age practices, which led her to leave Bali and return to her hometown of Detroit. There, she had an overwhelming encounter with the Holy Spirit that completely transformed her life. We also explore how her baptism delivered her from old habits and ushered her into a year-long wilderness season in Georgia, where she embraced solitude, deepened her faith, and experienced profound spiritual renewal. Brittany's testimony is a moving reminder of God's power to redeem and restore, no matter how far we've wandered.

About Brittany:

Brittany Bennett went from Bali to the Bible belt and is devoted to sharing her powerful New Age to Christianity story.

@xbrittanybennett