The God and Gigs Show | Helping Christian Artists and Creatives Succeed Without Compromising Their Faith

Feel like it's impossible to chase a creative dream when marriage, kids, and full-time careers are already filling your life and schedule? While it's hard, it is possible - and one couple is proving it while creating a world of their own. 

In this conversation, nuclear engineer and veteran Lucas Fischhaber and his wife and co-author Shauna share how they maintain a multi-book writing project while carrying the load of raising a family and maintaining traditional jobs.  

You'll discover how a bedtime story became an epic fantasy series that they now are co-writing. You'll hear an honest and open conversation about doubt, how their creative work has changed their relationship, dealing with comparison, and how to choose a God-given creative calling over the easier road of settling for normal.

Press play to discover how to manage the challenge of building a marriage and family while simultaneously building a creative legacy that will outlast you. 

ABOUT OUR GUEST

Lucas Fischhaber is the author of Gathering Storms, the first book in the epic fantasy series Age of Wonder. As a Christian husband, father, Army veteran, and nuclear engineer, Lucas brings a unique perspective to storytelling, blending imaginative worldbuilding with themes of wonder, mercy, courage, and hope.

Together with his wife, Shauna, Lucas has built the world of Age of Wonder as a husband-and-wife creative team. Their work explores how faith can shape imagination, how stories can awaken wonder, and how fantasy can point readers toward beauty, truth, and goodness.

TO LEARN MORE

https://lucasfischhaber.com

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In our 360 Creator Community, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a God-centered creator. 

Joining gives you access to our app, workshops and community conversations, so you can stop being isolated and frustrated and start enjoying creative confidence! Join today!

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ABOUT THE GOD AND GIGS SHOW 

The God and Gigs Show is a podcast for Christian creators — musicians, podcasters, writers, speakers, and artists — who want to build a sustainable, purpose-aligned creative business without compromising their faith. Hosted by Allen C. Paul, a South Florida-based podcaster, musician, and author with over 30 years of experience in podcasting, community curation and Christian ministry, the show equips faith-led creators with practical tools and spiritual inspiration so listeners can thrive in faith, family, business, and creativity. 

© 2026 Paul Creative Solutions

Reluctant to step forward and share your message? You may be cheating yourself and delaying God's blessings and opportunities. In this episode, you see how accepting God's call to create - no matter how scary - leads to favor and purpose in your life. 

Mark Osborne, host of The Valiant Forge podcast, had many issues to overcome in his life - a marriage on the brink, a health scare that challenged his discipline - but the biggest challenge was stepping into a role he thought was too much for him. Here he reveals what fear and insecurity nearly kept him from experiencing - and why you should be willing to take the big leap when God calls for obedience. 

Press play and be inspired and motivated - no matter how unqualified you feel. Mark's story will prove that you can have a bigger impact than you realize. 

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Don't Build Your Creator Lifestyle Alone. Join the Community! 

In our 360 Creator Community, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a God-centered creator. 

Joining gives you access to our app, workshops and community conversations, so you can stop being isolated and frustrated and start enjoying creative confidence! Join today!

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COACHING AND COMMUNITY FOR CHRISTIAN CREATIVES
https://godandgigs.com/membership

RECOMMENDED APPS AND TOOLS FOR CREATORS
http://godandgigs.com/toolkit

FREE 7-Day Devotional
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ABOUT THE GOD AND GIGS SHOW 

The God and Gigs Show is a podcast for Christian creators — musicians, podcasters, writers, speakers, and artists — who want to build a sustainable, purpose-aligned creative business without compromising their faith. Hosted by Allen C. Paul, a South Florida-based podcaster, musician, and author with over 30 years of experience in podcasting, community curation and Christian ministry, the show equips faith-led creators with practical tools and spiritual inspiration so listeners can thrive in faith, family, business, and creativity. 

© 2026 Paul Creative Solutions

Many creatives - maybe even you -  sometimes think that being talented is enough to carry a person from struggle into purpose. Unfortunately, time after time, we discover that talent can not be your foundation. 

Grammy-nominated arranger and jazz trumpet veteran Fletch Wiley joins me to share how God radically changed his life and delivered him from drug addiction in just twelve hours — and how that transformation set him on a path straight into the band of gospel legend Andrae Crouch and a myriad of new opportunities. 

Hit play and let's dive in.

To learn more about Fletch Wiley and his book, tap here. 

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Don't Build Your Creator Lifestyle Alone. Join the Community! 

In our 360 Creator Community, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a God-centered creator. 

Joining gives you access to our app, workshops and community conversations, so you can stop being isolated and frustrated and start enjoying creative confidence! Join today!

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COACHING AND COMMUNITY FOR CHRISTIAN CREATIVES
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FREE 7-Day Devotional
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ABOUT THE GOD AND GIGS SHOW 

The God and Gigs Show is a podcast for Christian creators — musicians, podcasters, writers, speakers, and artists — who want to build a sustainable, purpose-aligned creative business without compromising their faith. Hosted by Allen C. Paul, a South Florida-based podcaster, musician, and author with over 30 years of experience in podcasting, community curation and Christian ministry, the show equips faith-led creators with practical tools and spiritual inspiration so listeners can thrive in faith, family, business, and creativity. 

© 2026 Paul Creative Solutions

If you've been told you can't succeed in the arts and content creation space without niching down...this episode explains why you should ignore that advice. 

Multi-Passionate Christian creatives often struggle to find a space where they can feel comfortable exploring multiple areas of their gifting, and that was the place that I (Allen) found myself years ago as I began writing God and Gigs - the book that launched this platform. 

Now, 10 years later, I've been voted in to speak at a major podcast conference.

 How did these passions intersect between writing, ministry, music and podcasting - and how can you find an equally unique path to creative success? 

In this episode I offer three strategic mindset shifts that can help you find your way even if you've been struggling to see a path that feels right for you. Press play and see what 10 years of balancing multiple creative interests can teach you. 

Tap HERE to read our blog on Being an Integrated Creative  

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ABOUT THE GOD AND GIGS SHOW 

The God and Gigs Show is a podcast for Christian creators — musicians, podcasters, writers, speakers, and artists — who want to build a sustainable, purpose-aligned creative business without compromising their faith. Hosted by Allen C. Paul, a South Florida-based podcaster, musician, and author with over 30 years of experience in podcasting, community curation and Christian ministry, the show equips faith-led creators with practical tools and spiritual inspiration so listeners can thrive in faith, family, business, and creativity. 

© 2026 Paul Creative Solutions

How do YOU respond to tragedy, struggles and difficulties? Many creatives spend their entire lives hiding their pain, pretending they aren't affected by trauma - only to fall apart later.  But there's a better way. 

Jessica Danel, podcaster and author of "Bucket List of a Redneck Girl", decided not to let her childhood struggles, near business failures and moments of doubt and fear go to waste. Instead, she shares her messy moments openly in her books and podcasts - and it's led to a new kind of creative freedom. 

In this episode, Jessica opens up about the moments that should have stopped her in her tracks on the way to accomplishing her bucket list of goals, and reveals why radical honesty is the only way to overcome life's struggles to achieve what God has for you. 

Press play to hear some incredible stories and find out how you can turn your hidden struggles into powerful lessons that others can learn from. 

Learn more about Jessica's books and podcast at:

https://jesssaying.net/

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Don't Build Your Creator Lifestyle Alone. Join the Community! 

In our 360 Creator Community, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a God-centered creator. 

Joining gives you access to our app, workshops and community conversations, so you can stop being isolated and frustrated and start enjoying creative confidence! Join today!

GodandGigs.com/membership

Support the show

COACHING AND COMMUNITY FOR CHRISTIAN CREATIVES
https://godandgigs.com/membership

RECOMMENDED APPS AND TOOLS FOR CREATORS
http://godandgigs.com/toolkit

FREE 7-Day Devotional
https://godandgigs.com/prayer

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Want to be a guest on The God and Gigs Show? 

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ABOUT THE GOD AND GIGS SHOW 

The God and Gigs Show is a podcast for Christian creators — musicians, podcasters, writers, speakers, and artists — who want to build a sustainable, purpose-aligned creative business without compromising their faith. Hosted by Allen C. Paul, a South Florida-based podcaster, musician, and author with over 30 years of experience in podcasting, community curation and Christian ministry, the show equips faith-led creators with practical tools and spiritual inspiration so listeners can thrive in faith, family, business, and creativity. 

© 2026 Paul Creative Solutions

Pick a lane, niche down, master just one thing. That's the conventional path to success every creative has heard. But it's rarely that simple. And when you have multiple skills, you have to show up and overcome your imposter syndrome in not just one area, but multiple ones. So which is it? 

 Is working in multiple fields a path to confusion and failure as a creative? Or is God taking you on a unique path that actually breaks the mold?

To figure this out, we talk to Matt Evans - a comic, writer, visual artist and horse veterinarian. This episode answers the question on whether blending multiple careers and passions can actually help you find your unique God-given path as a creative, and how to repeatedly show up and overcome imposter syndrome when trying something new. 

Press play to hear from one of the most unique creatives you'll ever meet, so you can find out how your unique passions might be the perfect combination to fulfill your God-given purpose. 

Learn more about Matt Evans here - mattevanscomic.com

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Don't Build Your Creator Lifestyle Alone. Join the Community! 

In our 360 Creator Community, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a God-centered creator. 

Joining gives you access to our app, workshops and community conversations, so you can stop being isolated and frustrated and start enjoying creative confidence! Join today!

GodandGigs.com/membership

Support the show

COACHING AND COMMUNITY FOR CHRISTIAN CREATIVES
https://godandgigs.com/membership

RECOMMENDED APPS AND TOOLS FOR CREATORS
http://godandgigs.com/toolkit

FREE 7-Day Devotional
https://godandgigs.com/prayer

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Want to be a guest on The God and Gigs Show? 

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ABOUT THE GOD AND GIGS SHOW 

The God and Gigs Show is a podcast for Christian creators — musicians, podcasters, writers, speakers, and artists — who want to build a sustainable, purpose-aligned creative business without compromising their faith. Hosted by Allen C. Paul, a South Florida-based podcaster, musician, and author with over 30 years of experience in podcasting, community curation and Christian ministry, the show equips faith-led creators with practical tools and spiritual inspiration so listeners can thrive in faith, family, business, and creativity. 

© 2026 Paul Creative Solutions

Pick a lane, niche down, master just one thing. That's the conventional path to success every creative has heard. But it's rarely that simple. And when you have multiple skills, you have to show up and overcome your imposter syndrome in not just one area, but multiple ones. So which is it? 

 Is working in multiple fields a path to confusion and failure as a creative? Or is God taking you on a unique path that actually breaks the mold?

To figure this out, we talk to Matt Evans - a comic, writer, visual artist and horse veterinarian. This episode answers the question on whether blending multiple careers and passions can actually help you find your unique God-given path as a creative, and how to repeatedly show up and overcome imposter syndrome when trying something new. 

Press play to hear from one of the most unique creatives you'll ever meet, so you can find out how your unique passions might be the perfect combination to fulfill your God-given purpose. 

Learn more about Matt Evans here - mattevanscomic.com

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No More Promoting Alone - Learn How To Make Your Best Customers Your Best Sales Team!

Sign up our free workshop on Friday, August 28th at 1pm Eastern here - https://godandgigs.com/free-workshop  - where we'll show you a easy system for turning fans into effective promoters - so you can look the best you ever have to future customers, clients and followers! 

Don't Build Your Creator Lifestyle Alone. Join the Community! 

In our 360 Creator Community, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a God-centered creator. 

Joining gives you access to our app, workshops and community conversations, so you can stop being isolated and frustrated and start enjoying creative confidence! Join today!

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Most creators think that when God inspires you to start a creative project, success is just around the corner. They're sorely mistaken.

After starting God and Gigs, I (Allen) almost lost this podcast in 2017 — five months dark, no way back online. Now, 400 episodes later, I'm sharing the real story behind how this podcast made it through the early obstacles, and the three things that kept me going. Press play if you are a faith-fueled creative who is questioning if you should stick with your dream when nothing seems to be shifting in your favor.

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Support the show

COACHING AND COMMUNITY FOR CHRISTIAN CREATIVES
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RECOMMENDED APPS AND TOOLS FOR CREATORS
http://godandgigs.com/toolkit

FREE 7-Day Devotional
https://godandgigs.com/prayer

OUR PODCAST GEAR
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Want to be a guest on The God and Gigs Show? 

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ABOUT THE GOD AND GIGS SHOW 

The God and Gigs Show is a podcast for Christian creators — musicians, podcasters, writers, speakers, and artists — who want to build a sustainable, purpose-aligned creative business without compromising their faith. Hosted by Allen C. Paul, a South Florida-based podcaster, musician, and author with over 30 years of experience in podcasting, community curation and Christian ministry, the show equips faith-led creators with practical tools and spiritual inspiration so listeners can thrive in faith, family, business, and creativity. 

© 2026 Paul Creative Solutions

So many creators are seeking fame, wealth, and visibility on huge platforms like YouTube - only to discover the dangers of that pursuit way too late. And that's the mistake our guest made - one he's still learning from. 

Before becoming chief creator coach for VidIQ, Tim Schmoyer built one of YouTube's most successful video consulting businesses — then sold it when life abruptly reminded him that he was headed down the wrong path. 

In this heartfelt and powerful conversation, Tim shares how that reckoning led him away from chasing views and validation, to the point of making a huge change in his business and  launching a new venture focused on reaching the right people rather than the most people. 

Whether you're a content creator, a Christian creative, or just someone quietly burning out chasing a number that will never satisfy — this episode will reveal how you can use your talents to achieve your TRUE God-given purpose, instead of spending years missing out on what matters most.

Press play and discover what true creative success - the kind God actually wants for you - looks like.  

Learn more about Tim Schmoyer

https://timschmoyer.com

Want to learn how VidIQ can improve your YouTube Channel? 

Head to https://vidiq.com/godandgigs

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Don't Build Your Creator Lifestyle Alone. Join the Community! 

In our 360 Creator Community, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a God-centered creator. 

Joining gives you access to our app, workshops and community conversations, so you can stop being isolated and frustrated and start enjoying creative confidence! Join today!

GodandGigs.com/membership

Support the show

COACHING AND COMMUNITY FOR CHRISTIAN CREATIVES
https://godandgigs.com/membership

RECOMMENDED APPS AND TOOLS FOR CREATORS
http://godandgigs.com/toolkit

FREE 7-Day Devotional
https://godandgigs.com/prayer

OUR PODCAST GEAR
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Want to be a guest on The God and Gigs Show? 

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ABOUT THE GOD AND GIGS SHOW 

The God and Gigs Show is a podcast for Christian creators — musicians, podcasters, writers, speakers, and artists — who want to build a sustainable, purpose-aligned creative business without compromising their faith. Hosted by Allen C. Paul, a South Florida-based podcaster, musician, and author with over 30 years of experience in podcasting, community curation and Christian ministry, the show equips faith-led creators with practical tools and spiritual inspiration so listeners can thrive in faith, family, business, and creativity. 

© 2026 Paul Creative Solutions

Most people think confidence has to come before you step into your gift. It doesn't. If you're waiting to feel ready before you use what God gave you, that's exactly why you're still standing on the sidelines.

Chantae Cann proves that belief wrong. She's a renowned indie jazz and soul artist who has worked with luminaries like PJ Morton, Snarky Puppy, and India Arie, and she is also a creative and vocal coach for other artists. 

In this timeless interview, Allen and Chantae get into the shift in her thinking that lets her create from freedom instead of waiting on fear to leave first.

Press play to find out why waiting for fear to disappear is the wrong strategy, what to do with your gift while you're still scared of it, and how to tell the difference between God's voice and your own insecurity. 

Tap HERE to send us a text!

Don't Build Your Creator Lifestyle Alone. Join the Community! 

In our 360 Creator Community, you get focused encouragement, guidance, and training on how to thrive as a God-centered creator. 

Joining gives you access to our app, workshops and community conversations, so you can stop being isolated and frustrated and start enjoying creative confidence! Join today!

GodandGigs.com/membership

Support the show

COACHING AND COMMUNITY FOR CHRISTIAN CREATIVES
https://godandgigs.com/membership

RECOMMENDED APPS AND TOOLS FOR CREATORS
http://godandgigs.com/toolkit

FREE 7-Day Devotional
https://godandgigs.com/prayer

OUR PODCAST GEAR
https://amzn.to/4bQm89b

Want to be a guest on The God and Gigs Show? 

Send us a message on Podmatch! 

Go to https://godandgigs.com/be-a-guest

ABOUT THE GOD AND GIGS SHOW 

The God and Gigs Show is a podcast for Christian creators — musicians, podcasters, writers, speakers, and artists — who want to build a sustainable, purpose-aligned creative business without compromising their faith. Hosted by Allen C. Paul, a South Florida-based podcaster, musician, and author with over 30 years of experience in podcasting, community curation and Christian ministry, the show equips faith-led creators with practical tools and spiritual inspiration so listeners can thrive in faith, family, business, and creativity. 

© 2026 Paul Creative Solutions