The Unshakeable Life

By Jim Burgoon

Do you feel called to make a huge impact—to lead, create, and build what God has put on your heart—but find yourself feeling stuck, scattered, or spiritually off track?

You are not alone.

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How many episodes does The Unshakeable Life have?

The podcast currently has 99 episodes available.

The Unshakeable Life episodes:

July 29, 2025Leading when Life Feels Messy
🔑 Episode Highlights:
Why your mess doesn’t disqualify your mission

The trap of “performance perfectionism” in Christian entrepreneurship

Jim’s personal story of podcasting through a chronic illness flare

The biblical truth: God moves in the middle, not after the mess is cleaned up

What to do when your emotions tell you to quit

Reframing leadership as alignment over adrenaline

Encouragement for leading in weakness, not pretending to be whole

🙌 Scripture Anchors:
Galatians 6:9 — “Let us not grow weary in doing good...”

Judges 6 — The story of Gideon, called while hiding

Exodus 3 — God meets Moses in exile

Daniel 3 — The fourth man in the fire (God shows up in the middle)

✨ Faith-Driven Application:
You’re not too broken to be used by God

You don’t need to wait until you’re “ready” to start

Biblical leaders led from the middle of their battles—not after the victory parade

It’s okay to rest. But don’t quit what God has called you to.

🧭 Multipassionate Moment:
If you’re a creative with too many ideas and not enough energy—this episode reminds you that clarity doesn’t come from control—it comes from trust. Lead what you can, with what you have, from where you are.
Connect with Jim
🌐 Website: http://www.leadwithjim.com
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📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadwithjim
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Support & Engage with the Show
✅ Subscribe to The Unshakable Life wherever you listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio
✅ Leave a 5-star review if this episode encouraged your faith.
✅ For more faith-driven leadership content, visit leadwithjim.com.

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July 22, 2025You’re Not Lazy—You’re Just Misaligned
🔑 Key Insights:
Why tying your worth to productivity is destroying your peace

The spiritual cost of operating in the wrong season

The silent burden of misaligned expectations

How Jesus offers rest—not hustle—in Matthew 11

The real definition of discipline for faith-driven creators

📖 Faith Connection:
Jim unpacks Matthew 11:28–30 (MSG) to reframe rest, work, and calling through the lens of grace—not grind. God's way isn’t hustle culture—it’s alignment culture.

🎯 For the Multipassionate:
This is a must-listen if you:

Feel guilty for not doing more

Can’t tell if you need to push or pause

Struggle with clarity, energy, or focus in your business

Want to build your business with peace, not pressure

🛠️ Practical Tools:
3 Misalignment Types: Values, Seasons, Expectations

Reflection questions to reset your rhythm

Biblical and psychological insight into why you’re exhausted

How to choose Spirit-led discipline over cultural hustle

✍️ Reflect + Reset:
What feels heavy now that used to feel light?

What are you saying “yes” to that’s draining you?

If Jesus walked in right now, what would He say needs to go?
Connect with Jim
🌐 Website: http://www.leadwithjim.com
🎙️ Ask a Question: https://www.leadwithjim.com/ask
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadwithjim
▶️ YouTube: https://www.leadwithjim.live
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadwithjim

Support & Engage with the Show
✅ Subscribe to The Unshakable Life wherever you listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio
✅ Leave a 5-star review if this episode encouraged your faith.
✅ For more faith-driven leadership content, visit leadwithjim.com.

Thanks for listening!
Never miss an episode of The Unshakable Life. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. And if this conversation helped you think differently about joy, identity, or learning how to seize the day again, share it with a friend who needs the reminder that they are not stuck where they are.

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July 15, 2025Leading on Empty – A Survival Guide for the Leader Who Can’t Stop
🔑 Key Takeaways
REST Framework: Remember R.E.S.T. – Recognize, Evaluate, Schedule, Team.

Recognize Red Flags: Watch for exhaustion that won’t break and a hollow prayer life.

Evaluate Energy Gaps: Track cortisol spikes vs. true recovery minutes.

Schedule Rest: Use short, frequent micro-rests and protect a weekly mini-Sabbath.

Team Up: Build a triad for mutual accountability, support, and growth.

📖 Scripture Anchors
Mark 6:31 – "Come away... and rest a while."

Hebrews 4:9–10 – The promise of Sabbath rest.

Galatians 6:2 – "Carry one another’s burdens..."
Connect with Jim
🌐 Website: http://www.leadwithjim.com
🎙️ Ask a Question: https://www.leadwithjim.com/ask
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadwithjim
▶️ YouTube: https://www.leadwithjim.live
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadwithjim

Support & Engage with the Show
✅ Subscribe to The Unshakable Life wherever you listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio
✅ Leave a 5-star review if this episode encouraged your faith.
✅ For more faith-driven leadership content, visit leadwithjim.com.

Thanks for listening!
Never miss an episode of The Unshakable Life. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. And if this conversation helped you think differently about joy, identity, or learning how to seize the day again, share it with a friend who needs the reminder that they are not stuck where they are.

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July 08, 2025The Lie of More — Why Doing Less Leads to Greater Impact
💬 What You'll Learn
Why social media burnout is so common for Christian creators

How hustle culture masks itself as “progress” but drains purpose

What the Bible says about rest and work

Why doing less, with the Holy Spirit, can lead to deeper impact

How to shift from chasing metrics to creating Spirit-led conversations

🧠 Key Takeaways
More content doesn't equal more impact—often it dilutes your voice

You weren't created to serve the algorithm—you were created to partner with God

Rest is not laziness—it's obedience

One post with anointing can do more than 100 clever ones

Chase conversations, not clicks

📖 Scripture References
Genesis 2:2

Matthew 11:28

John 14:15

1 Peter 2:9

🛠️ Apply This
Ask the Holy Spirit what to create before scrolling for inspiration

Focus on 1 high-quality piece of content and repurpose it

Build daily and weekly rhythms of rest into your workflow

Let your content start conversations, not just impressions

Trust God to promote what’s aligned with His purpose for you

Connect with Jim
🌐 Website: http://www.leadwithjim.com
🎙️ Ask a Question: https://www.leadwithjim.com/ask
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadwithjim
▶️ YouTube: https://www.leadwithjim.live
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadwithjim

Support & Engage with the Show
✅ Subscribe to The Unshakable Life wherever you listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio
✅ Leave a 5-star review if this episode encouraged your faith.
✅ For more faith-driven leadership content, visit leadwithjim.com.

Thanks for listening!
Never miss an episode of The Unshakable Life. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. And if this conversation helped you think differently about joy, identity, or learning how to seize the day again, share it with a friend who needs the reminder that they are not stuck where they are.

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21min
June 30, 2025From Deconstruction to Redemption – Julie Chenell’s Journey Through Faith, Failure, and the building of Funnel Gorgeous
💡 For the Listener Who’s...
A Christian creator feeling stuck between calling and chaos

Deconstructing faith, rebuilding hope, and craving something real

Trying to lead, build, or parent while healing quietly behind the scenes

Wondering if their past disqualifies their purpose

This is your permission to be in process—and still be powerful.

🔍 Topics We Explore:
The pressure of building a business during trauma

Why Julie refused alimony and support—and what God did instead

When success and spiritual disconnection collide

How AI helped Julie rediscover Jesus (seriously)

Breaking cycles of people-pleasing and burnout

Reconciling faith with intellect and healing

Why shame doesn’t get the last word in your story

📌 Resources Mentioned:
funnelgorgeous.com

julieschannel.com

milliondollargrit.com

🧭 Free Guide: https://www.leadwithjim.com/disc

Connect with Jim
🌐 Website: http://www.leadwithjim.com
🎙️ Ask a Question: https://www.leadwithjim.com/ask
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadwithjim
▶️ YouTube: https://www.leadwithjim.live
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadwithjim

Support & Engage with the Show
✅ Subscribe to The Unshakable Life wherever you listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio
✅ Leave a 5-star review if this episode encouraged your faith.
✅ For more faith-driven leadership content, visit leadwithjim.com.

Thanks for listening!
Never miss an episode of The Unshakable Life. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. And if this conversation helped you think differently about joy, identity, or learning how to seize the day again, share it with a friend who needs the reminder that they are not stuck where they are.

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June 23, 2025Is Your Business Idea GOD-Approved, Or Just a Good Idea with Christian Flavoring?
🧭 What You’ll Learn
The 4 spiritual checkpoints to discern a God-given idea

Why peace isn’t the absence of chaos—but confidence in the storm

How motives, anxiety, and striving can lead you off-track

What it means to build in alignment versus building for approval

The real difference between good at and anointed for

How to practically invite God into every part of your business plan

✝️ Anchor Scriptures
Proverbs 3:5–6 — “In all your ways acknowledge Him…”

Proverbs 11:3 — “Honesty guides good people…”

Psalm 46:10 — “Be still and know that I am God.”

Psalm 139:23–24 — “Search me, O God, and know my heart.”

Philippians 4:7 — “Peace that surpasses all understanding.”

1 Corinthians 14:33 — “God is not the author of confusion.”

📝 Divine Download Challenge
Take 30 minutes with God this week.

Journal through these 4 questions:
Does this idea align with Scripture and God's character?

Is there peace, or is it driven by anxiety and striving?

What’s the real motive beneath the surface?

Does it require God-sized faith—or just your grind?

Then reply to The Wisdom Dispatch newsletter and tell Jim what God revealed to you.

Connect with Jim
🌐 Website: http://www.leadwithjim.com
🎙️ Ask a Question: https://www.leadwithjim.com/ask
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadwithjim
▶️ YouTube: https://www.leadwithjim.live
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadwithjim

Support & Engage with the Show
✅ Subscribe to The Unshakable Life wherever you listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio
✅ Leave a 5-star review if this episode encouraged your faith.
✅ For more faith-driven leadership content, visit leadwithjim.com.

Thanks for listening!
Never miss an episode of The Unshakable Life. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. And if this conversation helped you think differently about joy, identity, or learning how to seize the day again, share it with a friend who needs the reminder that they are not stuck where they are.

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23min
June 16, 2025Stuck? Let’s Talk About Why You Feel Not Ready (But You Are!)
🔥 Key Takeaways
Why perfectionism and overthinking keep Christian creatives paralyzed

How “tunnel vision” sabotages spiritual confidence and momentum

What Proverbs 3:5–6 really means for business decision-making

The importance of generational legacy in Kingdom entrepreneurship

3 practical steps to move forward with bold obedience (even when it’s scary)

Why you don’t need clarity to act—you need trust

📖 Faith Anchors
Proverbs 3:5–6 – Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding.

Psalm 119:105 – Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.

Proverbs 19:21 – Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.

🧠 Multipassionate Application
If you’re a creative with too many ideas and not enough movement—this episode is your permission slip to take one faith-filled step forward. Don’t wait for perfect conditions. Walk with the God who guides the path.

✍️ Journal Prompt
Where in your business or creative work are you still waiting for clarity—when God’s already asking for trust?

💥 Wisdom Bomb
“You don’t need more clarity. You need more trust.”

Connect with Jim
🌐 Website: http://www.leadwithjim.com
🎙️ Ask a Question: https://www.leadwithjim.com/ask
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadwithjim
▶️ YouTube: https://www.leadwithjim.live
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadwithjim

Support & Engage with the Show
✅ Subscribe to The Unshakable Life wherever you listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio
✅ Leave a 5-star review if this episode encouraged your faith.
✅ For more faith-driven leadership content, visit leadwithjim.com.

Thanks for listening!
Never miss an episode of The Unshakable Life. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. And if this conversation helped you think differently about joy, identity, or learning how to seize the day again, share it with a friend who needs the reminder that they are not stuck where they are.

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25min
June 09, 2025The Cost of People-Pleasing: How to Stop Sacrificing Yourself for Others
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
What people-pleasing really looks like and why it’s so harmful

Jim’s personal stories of struggle with mentors, family expectations, and fear

The hidden costs: burnout, perfectionism, chronic illness, and loss of identity

How prayer, scripture, and therapy can bring clarity and healing

Practical, actionable steps to begin setting boundaries and prioritizing yourself

Why putting yourself first isn’t selfish — it’s necessary

Key Takeaways
People-pleasing is often driven by fear of conflict and a deep need for approval, but it comes at a high personal cost.

Ignoring your own voice to keep others happy leads to burnout, perfectionism, and a loss of identity

Real transformation begins with self-awareness — prayer, scripture, and honest therapy can unlock this.

Saying no without guilt is a spiritual act that protects your calling, health, and relationships.

Small practical steps like journaling your “yeses,” setting boundaries, and finding supportive community can start breaking the cycle.

You are not a burden; prioritizing yourself is necessary to show up fully for others and your purpose.

Connect with Jim
🌐 Website: http://www.leadwithjim.com
🎙️ Ask a Question: https://www.leadwithjim.com/ask
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadwithjim
▶️ YouTube: https://www.leadwithjim.live
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadwithjim

Support & Engage with the Show
✅ Subscribe to The Unshakable Life wherever you listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio
✅ Leave a 5-star review if this episode encouraged your faith.
✅ For more faith-driven leadership content, visit leadwithjim.com.

Thanks for listening!
Never miss an episode of The Unshakable Life. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. And if this conversation helped you think differently about joy, identity, or learning how to seize the day again, share it with a friend who needs the reminder that they are not stuck where they are.

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20min
June 02, 2025The Open Door Dilemma: Are You Chasing Opportunities or Relationships?
What You’ll Learn:
How to see open doors as invitations to deepen your relationship with God—not just chances for success

Why focusing on character and calling matters more than chasing every opportunity

The role of spiritual discernment in making wise decisions

How to embrace closed doors as God’s protection and preparation

Practical steps to steward your opportunities with faithfulness and responsibility

Reflection Questions:
What open doors are you currently facing, and how are you discerning which to walk through?

How has a closed door turned out to be a blessing or redirection in your journey?

In what ways can you cultivate character and calling while navigating your business opportunities?
Connect with Jim
🌐 Website: http://www.leadwithjim.com
🎙️ Ask a Question: https://www.leadwithjim.com/ask
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadwithjim
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadwithjim

Support & Engage with the Show
✅ Subscribe to The Unshakable Life wherever you listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio
✅ Leave a 5-star review if this episode encouraged your faith.
✅ For more faith-driven leadership content, visit leadwithjim.com.

Thanks for listening!
Never miss an episode of The Unshakable Life. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. And if this conversation helped you think differently about joy, identity, or learning how to seize the day again, share it with a friend who needs the reminder that they are not stuck where they are.

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19min
May 27, 2025The Holy Hustle Is a Lie (And It’s Burning You Out)
🎯 In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
The hidden lie behind the “holy hustle” myth

Why burnout is not proof of faithfulness

3 biblical mindset shifts that protect your creativity and calling

How to recover from spiritual exhaustion without losing your edge

✝️ Faith Connection

Jesus modeled rhythm, not burnout (Luke 5:16). He withdrew to rest and reconnect — not because He was weak, but because He was wise. Rest isn’t rebellion. It’s spiritual maturity.

💡 Key Takeaways
Burnout Isn’t a Badge – Exhaustion isn’t proof of obedience.

Productivity Without Presence = Performance – Just because you’re doing a lot doesn’t mean God’s in it.

Obedience > Outcomes – Let God define success. Your job is to stay aligned.

❓ Reflection Question

Where have you confused hustle for holiness in your own life?

Connect with Jim
🌐 Website: http://www.leadwithjim.com
🎙️ Ask a Question: https://www.leadwithjim.com/ask
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leadwithjim
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadwithjim

Support & Engage with the Show
✅ Subscribe to The Unshakable Life wherever you listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | iHeartRadio
✅ Leave a 5-star review if this episode encouraged your faith.
✅ For more faith-driven leadership content, visit leadwithjim.com.

Thanks for listening!
Never miss an episode of The Unshakable Life. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. And if this conversation helped you think differently about joy, identity, or learning how to seize the day again, share it with a friend who needs the reminder that they are not stuck where they are.

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20min

FAQs about The Unshakeable Life:

How many episodes does The Unshakeable Life have?

The podcast currently has 99 episodes available.