In this heartfelt reflection, Carole Evans takes listeners behind the curtain of Faith and Work to share the divine inspiration, challenges, and growth that shaped Season One. Through stories of faith, grief, and gratitude, she reveals how God guided each step and how He’s using every moment to prepare what comes next.

In this conversation, my brother Jon and I discuss the complexities of ministry, personal struggles, and the journey of faith. Jon shares his experience growing up in a pastor's family, the challenges faced in ministry, and the importance of understanding one's identity in Christ. We explore themes of addiction, recovery, and the realization that serving God is about relationship rather than titles or expectations. The discussion emphasizes the need for relationship, the importance of stepping back when necessary, and the grace of God in the midst of struggle.   If you are looking for a program that can help you get started on your recovery journey, check out Celebrate Recovery, This is the program that Jon mentioned during the episode. 

Behind every strong leader are people who took the time to invest, listen, and guide. In this episode, I share stories of the mentors who shaped my faith, influenced my leadership, and helped me become who I am today. You’ll hear lessons learned, biblical examples of mentorship, and encouragement to find or become the kind of leader who helps others grow. 

In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend, Josh Cehulik. He is a worship leader, pastor, police chaplain - each role bringing him closer to the meaning of true worship. We dive into how worship isn't just about music or Sunday mornings, but its about how we live, lead and work every day. Josh brings deep wisdom and practical insight as we explore what it looks like to offer our daily work as worship to God.  This conversation challenged and encouraged me and I hope it does the same for you.  Find out more about Josh and his writing on joshcehulik.com    He also wrote a very insightful article called, "More Than a Paycheck: How Your Work Becomes a Worship." Check it out: More Than a Paycheck: How Your Work Becomes a Way to Worship  

In this episode, Carole Evans invites listeners to take a deeper look at Christian cancel culture. Not through the lens of outrage, but through the eyes of faith. She explores what Scripture reveals about disagreement, discernment, and grace, reminding us that every conviction should begin in conversation with God. Before we join the crowd or call for a boycott, Carole encourages us to pause, pray, and ask: Is this reflecting the heart of Christ? Through honest reflection and biblical insight, this episode challenges believers to lead with love, wisdom, and humility, even when convictions collide.

Episode Title: Mistakes Don’t Define You: Lessons in Leadership and Grace In this episode of the Faith and Work Podcast, Carole Evans opens up about her own leadership journey. The wins, the missteps, and the lessons learned along the way. Carole shares how communication, empathy, and the courage to recover from mistakes are not only vital in leadership but also deeply rooted in Scripture. Drawing from the stories of biblical figures who stumbled yet still fulfilled God’s purpose, she reminds us that failure is never final. Whether you’re leading a team, managing a household, or navigating your personal faith walk, this conversation is a timely encouragement: your mistakes do not define you. Growth and grace are always possible. What you’ll hear in this episode: The leadership mistakes that taught Carole her greatest lessons Why communication and empathy matter more than perfection Biblical examples of leaders who failed forward Practical encouragement for recovering from your own setbacks   Tune in and be reminded that every mistake can become a stepping stone toward stronger leadership and deeper faith.

In this heartfelt conversation, I sit down with my friend, Kristina Renee. A woman whose love for God's Word runs deep and whose obedience to His call is both inspiring and faith filled.  We talk about Bible stories that have shaped our faith from Abraham's trust in God's promise to Ruth loyalty to the power that we see in God in the account of the prophet Elijah. Each of them point back to one truth that Kristina points out, before God calls us to do anything, He calls us to Himself.  Kristina shared her journey of being called to teach Scripture and what it means to say yes. Not just yes to the assignment but to an intimate walk with God.  If you have thoughts or questions about this episode or have questions that you want answered on a future episode, text me at 615-669-3209 - I would love to hear from you!  If you are interesting in joining Kristina's upcoming Bible Study, you will find all the registration information in the show notes below.    Join Kristina's Bible Study Here!

Embracing a Second Mile Mindset is focuses on the service that I experienced at the Ritz Carlton, but then we take a deep dive in Matthew 5 and see what Jesus has to say about service.

In todays episode, my friend Regina Beeler shares her powerful story of being called out of a job she loved in a school district and into a completely unfamiliar role. With no background knowledge in the industry or environment, everything about the change was uncomfortable. But through each unknown, she witnessed God's perfect timing and provision.    If you've ever felt God nudging you to move when everything seemed just fine, this conversation will encourage you to trust Him, even when the path doesn't make sense. 

In this conversation, Carole Evans explores the theme of rivalry in various aspects of life, drawing on biblical examples and personal anecdotes. She discusses the split between Paul and Barnabas, the impact of everyday rivalries on relationships, and the importance of addressing conflicts. Carole emphasizes the need to let go of rivalries and focus on personal growth and relationships, encouraging listeners to find peace and fulfillment beyond their rivalries.

From the teenage courage of David to the late calling of Moses and Noah, God's purpose moves beyond our age. In today's episode we explore how God equips and empowers people at every stage of their life. 

Burnout isn’t always about exhaustion - sometimes, its fueled by rewards we don’t even realize we’re chasing. In this episode, we unpack the hidden ”payoffs” of burnout: the extra money, the respect from peers, and the shiny new titles that keep us pushing past healthy limits. If you’ve ever wondered why it’s so hard to slow down, even when you know you should, this conversation will give you new insight - and encouragement - to rethink the cost of the rewards you’re working toward.

In this episode, we dive into what it really takes to have healthy, meaningful conversations - with other people, with ourselves and, with God. We explore two major obstacles that often derail good communication: when our intentions shift mid-conversation and when our unhealthy emotions start leading the way. If you’ve ever struggled to stay grounded  in tough conversations or want to grow in emotional maturity and spiritual connection, this is the episode for you.

Exploring the power of influence in our life and how it could nativity impact the decisions that we make.

In “Finding Your Seat at the Table,” we look at how Jesus called together a team of unlikely people to carry out the most important mission in history. This episode challenges us to stop disqualifying ourselves and others based on differences, and to step into the places God has called us to with kindness, courage, and conviction.

Today is a brief overview of what Faith and Work is all about.