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Mouthpiece of the Faith and Work Movement

Welcome to iWork4Him! Join hosts Jim and Martha Brangenberg as they interview everyday Christ-followers in the workplace. From business owners and Faith and Work leaders to truckers, authors, and educators, all of us can make a Kingdom impact!

Full of practical tips, inspiring testimonies, and biblical truth, the iWork4Him Podcast will encourage and equip you to make your workplace your mission field – a place where ministry can happen all day long! Whether it's a coworker, a vendor, or a customer, you may be the only Jesus they ever get to meet. You have a Kingdom calling, and it starts right where you are!

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Jim Brangenberg 12/10/21 Jim Brangenberg 12/10/21

Celebrating Our Blue-Collar Workers

At the ripe old age of five, Dave Hataj started working in the family business, Edgerton Gear, Inc. Although he was labeled as not being “college material,” Dave was hesitant to settle into a life of working in the gear business. However, as he wrestled with what he was meant to do with his life, God spoke to him in a way that changed his trajectory... not by taking him out of the business but by showing him that the business was his ministry.

Jim Brangenberg 12/3/21 Jim Brangenberg 12/3/21

Discovering God’s Calling for Your Career

Today we are joined by Bryan Dik, the Chief Science Officer of jobZology and a professor of Vocational Psychology at Colorado State University, for a conversation on finding a job that fits our God-given gifts and passions. In his recent book titled, Redeeming Work, Bryan really digs into the half-truth that “God doesn’t call the equipped, He equips the called.” Tune in to our discussion on why work as a part God’s purpose for our lives and how we can be good stewards of our gifts through job development.

Jim Brangenberg 11/26/21 Jim Brangenberg 11/26/21

From Ditches to Destinations

Nearly 92% of Americans believe in God but 70% don’t have an ongoing relationship with Him. Chaplains are called to provide emotional, mental, and spiritual care to those on the frontlines of life... encouraging them to “move out of ditches, towards a better destination”, including a deeper relationship with God. Tune in to hear from Jason Brown, Paddy Warman, & Roland Barlowe about how today's workplace chaplains are saving lives through meaningful care and connection.

Jim Brangenberg 11/19/21 Jim Brangenberg 11/19/21

Building a Reputation for Christ

Justin Ford designs, builds, and manages homes for the elite. In his industry, most companies want something from their wealthy clients... but Justin wants to give something back. You see, Ford's Custom Tailored Construction was founded on biblical principles - things like trust, authenticity, and honesty. And it is through the way that he serves his clients, Justin stands out and is able to share the gospel.

Jim Brangenberg 11/12/21 Jim Brangenberg 11/12/21

Expand Your Business Horizons

TJ Tison, the co-founder of E5 Institute, talks with us about the importance of asking God to guide our strategic planning – both personally and professionally. Plus, we are joined by one of E5 Institute’s clients, Bruce Zoeller with the Christian Advantage. Tune in as we discuss strategic planning and the pandemic’s effect on our ability to expand and reach new horizons.

Jim Brangenberg 11/5/21 Jim Brangenberg 11/5/21

Podcasting with a Purpose

In this show, we talk with Annemarie Cross from Podcasting with a Purpose, in Australia, about how she gets to help others learn to communicate their branding & message through the medium of podcasting. Her perspective that we are ambassadors for Christ is timely, as Australia deals with increased restrictions & issues around freedom of speech. Join us as we talk about the workplace mission field, the challenges of being a Christian working woman, & speaking out about your faith in difficult situations.

Martha Brangenberg 11/1/21 Martha Brangenberg 11/1/21

Memos from the Head Office

Perry Marshall is an engineer, yet his most recent book on prayer, Memos from the Head Office, is anything but engineered. Perry says that we have excessively and obsessively formulated our time with God. In the book, he encourages us to look at this time in a fresh and unconventional way, Plus, in the book's appendix, Perry presents one of the most straightforward and gentle presentations of the Gospel that we've ever seen. In fact, that might be the best reason to buy the book.

Martha Brangenberg 10/29/21 Martha Brangenberg 10/29/21

A Truly Renewing Vacation

We all like to go on vacation. But what if your vacation moments turned into defining moments – the kind that makes you go home not only renewed in body but also in spirit? What if everywhere you went, you learned how God had woven the story of the Gospel into that location? Today we talk with travel enthusiasts Rick & Susan McCarthy about their book Defining Moments: The Transformational Promises of Faith-Based Travel.

Martha Brangenberg 10/25/21 Martha Brangenberg 10/25/21

Dreaming With The Masters Program For Women

Some women are constantly dreaming big dreams and others are so busy helping others dream that they forget that God has placed dreams inside of them too. Nadya Dickson, the International Director of the Masters Program for Women, joins us today to talk about a recent retreat she hosted on taking the time to dream big. Plus, here from two retreat attendees about how God is disrupting their lives for their good and His glory!

Jim Brangenberg 10/22/21 Jim Brangenberg 10/22/21

The Solution to Busyness and Overcommitment

Have you ever struggled with time management? With overcommitment? Or with feeling like you’re juggling too many things at once? Today we head off to Chicago, IL to talk with Mark Michuda of Michuda Diversified Holdings about how he went from a life riddled with overcommitment and stress to one characterized by peace and margin. Tune in to hear about how Mark turned his life around with Belay Solutions, and how you can too!