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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 5/2/23 Jim Brangenberg 5/2/23

The Biblical Culture of Belonging

Get ready to be drawn in by the gentle leadership of Beth Guckenberger! Right off the bat, Beth shares with us her keys to Christ-centered leadership: fellowship and accountability. And what do these two things have in common? They are a part of being in community... part of belonging. Beth and her husband have spent years traveling and learning about other cultures, but the Bible’s principles for belonging always apply no matter where they are. Plus, we talk about Beth’s new book, Throw the First Punch!

Jim Brangenberg 4/25/23 Jim Brangenberg 4/25/23

A Team’s Health Reflects the Leader’s Health

Nona Jones wears many leadership hats – from church to business to family – so she knows that thriving leadership requires personal growth. And a leader’s health is oftentimes directly reflected in their team’s health. So, if there’s one thing that she’s been learning lately, it’s the importance of pouring into the lives of her team members. With the last years of added stress and challenge, God has been pointing her towards compassion and sincere care for truly effective leadership.

Jim Brangenberg 7/1/22 Jim Brangenberg 7/1/22

It’s Time for a Break

Let’s celebrate a few milestones today! In the past nine years, we have produced 2,200 podcasts and interviewed over 3,500 people. In addition, we have written a weekly blog for over 470 weeks, written three books, created and produced a 1-minute weekday PowerThought for podcast and radio, traveled thousands of miles, and met so many incredible people - BUT it’s time for a break. In today’s show, we share honestly about what God is telling us and how we need to rest so that we can walk in obedience.

Jim Brangenberg 6/24/22 Jim Brangenberg 6/24/22

Run Toward Your Goliaths

Sometimes the path to our calling takes many turns. Dr. Eli Jones shares his story in his new book Run Toward your Goliaths. Despite being a first-generation college student, Eli’s childhood was full of first-rate learning experiences! His parents were entrepreneurial, and his dad’s work truck was often a classroom for Eli. After graduating, Eli took several unexpected career turns. Still eventually, he ended up back in school to get his Ph.D., where Eli indeed found his calling as a teacher and writer!

Jim Brangenberg 6/23/22 Jim Brangenberg 6/23/22

How to Live in Extraordinary Expectation of What’s Around the Corner, PT 2

James Barnett had a childhood of road trips to treasure. Most of us would reminisce about the memories happily and leave it at that. Not James! He has allowed God to take those road trip lessons to shape his leadership at home and at work, in his role as President of DaySpring.

Jim Brangenberg 6/17/22 Jim Brangenberg 6/17/22

An Army of Givers

In this interview from last year’s CLA Outcomes Conference, we speak with National Commander – Commissioner Kenneth G. Hodder, who has been with The Salvation Army for 33 years. Throughout the pandemic, The Salvation Army has been working to meet the needs of the many Americans who have fallen under the poverty line. They went from serving 52 million meals per year to over 225 million in 2020! However, God is faithful, and giving went up by 27%, which allowed the Army to do what it does best – love people!

Jim Brangenberg 6/16/22 Jim Brangenberg 6/16/22

How to Live in Extraordinary Expectation of What’s Around the Corner, PT 1

James Barnett has a heart for adventure and a true sense of awe, and this part 1 of a 2-part bonus interview explores some of James’ fondest memories. From an uncle that modeled hard work and generosity to parents that modeled a life of prayer, James’ family has played a large role in his spiritual formation. His recently released book, Blue Skies: How to Live in Extraordinary Expectation of What’s Around the Corner, captures lessons he has learned from his family road trips.

Jim Brangenberg 6/10/22 Jim Brangenberg 6/10/22

Equipping Christians for Kingdom Purpose in their Work

Having founded a church and worked in the marketplace, Tom Lutz has a unique vantage point on faith integration. Join us in today’s show as Tom discusses finding your purpose, faith in the marketplace, vocational discipleship, and his new book! As a young believer, Tom thought he needed to go to seminary to serve in ministry. After some years, Tom acknowledged that his real calling was to the marketplace.

Jim Brangenberg 6/3/22 Jim Brangenberg 6/3/22

Our Daily Bread

In this show from the most recent CLA Outcomes Conference, we talk with Vicki Harris, Sr. Vice President of Human Resources for Our Daily Bread Ministries. While ODB specializes in producing quarterly devotionals (available at ODB.org), it is refreshing to hear that Vicki still finds her morning time with God to be the key to leading a thriving ministry. She talks with us today about navigating a global pandemic with an organization that has offices in 38 countries!

Jim Brangenberg 5/27/22 Jim Brangenberg 5/27/22

Co-Laboring with God

Kenny Hill admits he was building his career in vain. For years, he tried to outpace the shame in his life by pouring himself into his job performance. But it wasn’t until his first marriage crumbled and he was at the end of his rope that Kenny began to really learn about doing things God’s way – in love. Of course, anyone can love people for a few hours, but good leaders co-labor with God to make love a lifelong practice. Tune in to hear this incredible couple’s journey in the workplace mission field!