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Episode 43: Cultivating Farms and The Kingdom with Craig Deall

About this episode:
This week on the Crown Stewardship Podcast, we welcome special guest Craig Deall. Craig is the CEO of Foundations for Farming, based in Zimbabwe. You’ll hear the Foundations for Farming principles: on time, at a high standard, without waste, and with joy. Craig shares how these are not just principles for farming - but every walk of life. You’ll also hear Craig’s incredible testimony of forgiveness - and how he is now using teaching these farming techniques as an entry point into sharing the gospel. Craig’s story is such a powerful reminder that God can use anything and anyone to make a huge impact in the Kingdom!

Podcast Highlights:

•  You’ll hear Craig’s incredible story of forgiveness in the face of injustice and hardship.
• What in the world is “pfumvudza”?
• Learn more about the Foundations for Farming principles: on time, at a high standard, without waste, and with joy.
• How the overwhelming success of Foundations for Farming has transformed government policy in Zimbabwe.

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Episode 42: Economist Provides Hope Amidst Global Issues with Jerry Bowyer

About this episode:
This week on the Crown Stewardship Podcast, we welcome special guest Jerry Bowyer. In a world that seems increasingly divided, confusing, and down-right bleak, Jerry offers his encouraging expertise to a variety of current affairs. This episode is packed with everything from the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, cryptocurrency, gold, interest rates, inflation, and more, all while examining these issues through the lens of a Biblical worldview. The good news is, all the world's issues don’t feel quite so grim when we have an eternal mindset and trust our sovereign God.

Podcast Highlights:

•  How oil prices have affected Putin’s international strategy.
•  Jerry explains how global inflation creates destabilization and destroys nations.
•  Are we too far gone? What individuals can do to renew our culture. (Hint: It starts with you!)
•  Is cryptocurrency the equivalent to digital gold?

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Episode 41: Why Am I Here and What is My Purpose? with Justin Jeter

About this episode:
This week on the Crown Stewardship Podcast, we welcome Justin Jeter, co-Founder of PurposeMatch.com. Handre DeJongh and Justin talk about a topic they are both passionate about purpose. Finding your purpose can feel like an enormous, intangible goal, but Justin breaks down purpose into practical steps with a clear process. They discuss the difference between what the world may consider when thinking about purpose in contrast to what a God-given purpose looks like. If you have ever asked yourself the question, “Why am I here?” (and we know you have!), you will not want to miss this episode.

Podcast Highlights:

• Questioning our purpose is a universal question. What is purpose, and what is it not?
• You’ll hear about the process of purpose discovery: grounding ourselves in Kingdom hope, taking what God has given us, and using it to address important needs in the world.
• The intersection of God given strengths, gifts, and talents, and understanding how they relate to what's needed in the world will determine our purpose.

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Episode 40: Your Credit Score 101 with Neile Simon

About this episode:
This week on the Crown Stewardship Podcast, we welcome Neile Simon, with Christian Credit Counselors. Neile and the team at CCC help people with debt management, and avoid bankruptcy and debt settlement scams. Neile joins us to talk about credit scores: what they are, why they are important, and what to do if yours is less than ideal. Neile offers practical advice and guidance, and you’ll be encouraged by hearing her passion for helping people thrive financially.

Podcast Highlights:

• What factors affect credit scores and the ripple effects of having a good credit score.
• How to set your children up for a successful credit history without completely letting go of the reins.
• Why running your own credit report regularly is important and what to do if you find an error.

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Episode 38: Redeeming & Redefining Communities with Curtis Anderson

About this episode:
This week on the Crown Stewardship Podcast, we welcome Nick Vujicic, founder and CEO of Life Without Limbs. Nick tells his inspiring story of being born without arms or legs to becoming one of the world’s most sought after speakers and evangelists in the world. Nick’s enthusiasm to spread the Gospel is infectious. If you have ever felt like you are missing your purpose, you will not want to miss this episode that will encourage and inspire you - and make you laugh!

Podcast Highlights:

• Nick is candid about his personal life and discusses his early struggles with depression and attempted suicide, his upbringing in a faithful Christian home, how he fell in love with his wife, and his mission and purpose.
• How God’s plan for Nick’s life was far greater than he could have thought or imagined, and how Nick came to fully trust and submit to God’s plan.
• You’ll hear about Nick’s current passions and projects - a new social media platform, co-founding a bank, encouraging America to collectively repent, and more.

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Episode 38: Redeeming & Redefining Communities with Curtis Anderson

About this episode:
This week on the Crown Stewardship Podcast, we welcome Curtis Anderson, Vice President of Discipleship at Bonton Farms in Dallas, Texas. Bonton Farms started out as a garden in a small lot, and has grown to two fully functioning farms, a Farmer’s Market, a Café and Coffee House. They not only grow food, but are working alongside residents to transform the community. Curtis tells the story of how God brought him into this role, and how they help people - not just to find a job - but to become employable and to enjoy work. We know you’ll enjoy listening to this episode filled with stories of hope and healing! 

Podcast Highlights:

• Curtis recalls how words of encouragement from a few people changed the trajectory of his life.
• How the Lord used Curtis’s natural love for the underdog, to build a passion for changing the lives of those struggling in his community.
• Bonton farms is an urban farm that isn’t really about farming. You’ll learn about the seven social determinants that Bonton Farms focuses on to ensure lasting life change.
• Unity vs. Uniformity - why embracing differences helps Curtis in his role as a "Cultural Translator”.

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Episode 37: Living a Faith Driven Life with Henry Kaestner

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This week on the Crown Stewardship Podcast, we welcome Henry Kaestner, with Faith Driven Entrepreneur and Faith Driven Investor. Henry shares the origin story of his organization and how God has transformed all aspects of his life - career, family, and health. You’ll also hear about Henry’s near-death experience and how God used it as a way to share his faith. You won’t want to miss this edifying episode!

Podcast Highlights:

• As someone who was already naturally inclined for business, Henry learned how putting God at the center of it all changed everything.
• You’ll hear about Henry’s near death experience that he uses to share how his peace comes from the Lord.
• Henry shares some words of wisdom about pursuing success in both business and family - and the root of both is his faith.

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Episode 36: Finding Relief in Overwhelming Debt with Neile Simon

About this episode:
This week on the Crown Stewardship Podcast, we welcome Neile Simon, with Christian Credit Counselors. Neile and the team at CCC help people with debt management, avoid bankruptcy, debt settlement scams, and quick fixes that ruin credit. While most people feel uneasy when talking about debt, Neile exudes joy because of her passion for helping people find relief though CCC’s debt management program. Neile talks about how the current economy has impacted many people in the way they are paying off or taking on debt. If you have felt overwhelmed by debt, you’ll feel encouraged and hopeful by listening to this episode.

Podcast Highlights:

• You’ll hear how Covid has impacted the way people spend money and view debt.
• Debt Settlement programs vs. Debt Management Programs - What are the differences and which one is Biblical?
• Neile shares several strategies on how to tackle debt if you’re feeling overwhelmed.

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Episode 35: Giving Outside the Box with Dale Losch

About this episode:
This week on the Crown Stewardship Podcast, we welcome Dale Losch, President of Crossworld and author of Giving Outside the Box. If you have ever cringed the moment a pastor started talking about tithing, don’t worry - Dale’s approach to giving is grace-based and joy-filled. You’ll be inspired as you hear stories of God’s faithfulness as Dale’s family has made giving a lifestyle, and what it looks like to make it a priority to store treasures in Heaven. The world tells us we can never have enough money, but listening to Dale will encourage and inspire you to trust God more, by giving more.

Podcast Highlights:

• Dale tells how being raised in a home where giving was a priority shaped the way he lives. 
• For each year of marriage, Dale and his wife decided to give more and more to God, and each year they have seen God’s providence. Dale tells stories of how he has seen real examples of God’s provision, trusting God to meet their needs, both big and small. 
• There is a wrong place to accumulate wealth, He wants us to “lay up for ourselves treasures in Heaven.” What does it look like when we use money the way God intends? And what do eternal treasures actually look like?

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Episode 34: Life Lessons from a Good and Faithful Servant with John Clemens

About this episode:
This week on the Crown Stewardship Podcast, we welcome John Clemens. John has been in the radio industry for over 50 years, which is how he and Chuck originally met and became friends. John tells Chuck why he became involved in the Christian radio industry and how he views his work as service to the Lord. John also opens up and tells us about his pancreatic cancer, but how he still wakes up each day with joy to serve God. This episode is sure to encourage you as you listen to two close friends share learned life-lessons and eternal truths. This podcast that begins with talking about radio and baseball, will end with you reaching for the tissues. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!

Podcast Highlights:

• How radio and broadcasting has changed over the course of John’s 53 year long career. He also gives advice for those who desire to work in the broadcasting industry.
• You’ll hear a story about how John handled a financial issue when he wasn’t paid by one of his clients - and why viewing his work as service to the Lord changes everything.
• John has terminal pancreatic cancer, but he continues each day working for the Lord, and does so with joy. This will leave you feeling inspired to finish well in your own life, lived in service to God’s Kingdom.

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