What do you do when your business breaks down—and your confidence breaks with it? In this episode of Prosper in the Kingdom, John and Wendy pull back the curtain on some of their hardest seasons as Christian entrepreneurs.
From unexpected tax bills to broken business partnerships, they share raw stories, honest lessons, and the biblical money management principles that helped them start again. If you've ever felt disqualified by financial struggles or unsure how to move forward, this episode will remind you that your calling is still intact—and that rebuilding is possible with wisdom, strategy, and support.
This is a must-listen for anyone serious about aligning their money strategy and purpose with kingdom values.
Key Highlights & Timestamps
00:00 – Introduction
Starting over isn’t failure—it’s part of the journey. John and Wendy set the stage for a candid discussion around breakdowns and breakthroughs in business.
03:00 – The Reality of Christian Entrepreneurship
Why "faith + grit" is essential for any financial strategist or solopreneur walking out a calling in the marketplace.
06:40 – John’s Story: When Business Goes Sideways
How a thriving mortgage company, a trusted friend, and a missed legal detail created a $46,000 problem—and what he learned about partnership, contracts, and stewardship.
12:57 – Wendy’s Story: From Success to Stress
Wendy shares how earning five figures a month in network marketing didn't shield her from poor money values. A surprise $55k tax bill nearly took her out, until God re-centered her perspective around biblical money management.
16:40 – Turning Financial Struggles into Strategy
They unpack the shift from ownership to stewardship—and why that shift changes everything when it comes to money strategy, accountability, and peace.
19:53 – Why You Haven’t Failed Until You Quit
No one builds a legacy without scars. This conversation redefines failure and encourages listeners to see their setbacks as setup for something greater.
22:45 – How Your Breakdown Becomes Your Mission
Wendy now helps other entrepreneurs overcome financial struggles—and shows them how to multiply not just income, but impact.
27:30 – Know What You’re Good At—and What You’re Not
Whether you’re a visionary or an operations-minded financial strategist, you need the right people around you. Don’t go it alone.
28:38 – Final Thoughts + How to Get Help
You don’t have to rebuild by yourself. Learn about coaching, our entrepreneur community, and what it looks like to walk in financial values that align with your calling.
Big Takeaways
- Failure isn’t the end. It’s a lesson, a pivot, and sometimes the doorway into your deeper calling.
- You need a money team. From bookkeepers to business coaches, don't try to carry everything alone.
- God is after your growth. He doesn’t waste your mistakes. He redeems them.
- Biblical stewardship is the difference-maker. Once you shift from "mine" to "His," your financial strategy gets clearer and more fruitful.
What’s Next?
Want support to rebuild wisely—and with kingdom strategy? Join the PITK Wealth Builder Community (launching early 2026) where we walk alongside entrepreneurs ready to align their business with purpose, peace, and profitability.
Coaching & Community Info
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Scriptures Mentioned
- Romans 5:3–4 – Perseverance through trials
- Ephesians 5:16 – Redeem the time
- Deuteronomy 8:18 – God gives power to get wealth
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