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Redeeming Business Today

Redeeming Business Today

Written by: David Schmidt
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Ever wonder what a business would look like if Jesus were the owner? What would they focus on? Would the employees grumble about working conditions or pay? What would the culture be like? Well, at Redeeming Business Today we are demystifying that question as we collaborate with likeminded business leaders who view life from a Christian worldview. We delve into how God would do business, which translates into how we should be running our business. As a former pastor, engineer, business coach, and father of nine children David Schmidt analyzes business to find the root causes of success and simplifies it so anyone can understand and apply those principles. The Redeeming Business Today is designed to inspire, equip, and motivate business professionals to take God at his word and to trust him, commit their plans to him, and to delight in his ways. Business success is a combination of hard work and the blessing of God. It is not one or the other, it's both.Copyright 2026 David Schmidt Christianity Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Ministry & Evangelism Self-Help Spirituality Success
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  • 82. How to Connect With Your Kids When You've Been Too Busy With Work with Lori Beard
    Feb 23 2026

    Many business leaders have work figured out but come home and sit on the sidelines while their kids do their own thing. If you've realized you need to spend more time with your kids but don't know where to start, this is for you.

    Lori Beard is a life coach, podcast host, and mother of eight celebrating 32 years of marriage. She shares practical ways to break through when your kids are busy with their own lives, why humility bridges connection, and how service projects carve lasting values into hearts.

    The truth: Relationships are the only thing you'll take with you. Not money, houses, or business success.

    Redeem Your Business Today by the Following:

    How can we honor God in our business?

    Value relationships over revenue. Practice active listening—listen to learn, not to judge. Ask your kids: "How can I be a better dad? What makes my questions feel like interrogation?"


    One Challenge from Today:

    It's never too late for humility. Own up to your mistakes with your children and tell them, "I'm sorry I did this." Then ask for their help as you course correct. Start with one walk-and-talk, one service project, or one book read together.


    More About Lori Beard

    Website: www.steadfast-forward.com

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WisdomInThyYouthCoaching

    Other: justserve.org


    More About David Schmidt

    Free Gift: What God Says About Business: 5 Uncommon Truths for the Modern Business

    Subscribe to the RBT Weekly Newsletter for weekly simple, practical, and Biblical steps to help you build a thriving business in a way that honors God.

    Newsletter also comes with Bible verses for business success for you to read, apply, and be inspired by.

    Book a call: Get Unstuck and Move Forward

    Website: redeemingbusinesstoday.com

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  • 81. How to Build Trust in Business: The 4 Habits of Referability with James MacNeil
    Feb 16 2026

    The Four Referability Habits: Build Trust That Grows Your Business

    Sadly, Christians aren't always known as the best employees or business partners. If we're followers of Jesus, we're called to show our light through good work—and it's simpler than you think.

    James MacNeil has built three seven-figure businesses on one principle: "no surprise, but good surprise"—always delivering more than promised. He shares four referability habits from Dan Sullivan that transform how people perceive your business.

    The tragic truth? James says he'd be $10 million ahead if he hadn't done business with Christians who failed to keep their word.

    The Four Habits:

    1. Show up on time
    2. Do what you say you're going to do
    3. Finish what you start
    4. Say please and thank you.

    Redeem Your Business Today by the Following:

    How can we honor God in our business?

    The first promise you make is 100% evidence that you're either completely trustworthy or completely untrustworthy. Make and keep commitments—it's the fastest path to building trust and flourishing relationships.

    Remember: the business of business is to profitably solve problems. We profit when we deserve it, and deserve means "from service." If you're not earning enough, you're likely not serving enough.


    One Challenge from Today:

    Make as few promises as possible and keep them all. Before you say yes, count the cost. Every yes is a no to something else. Be the person known for keeping your word even when it costs you a fortune.


    More About James MacNeil

    Website: Free Community The SuperHuman Community

    15 min with James: TinyURL.com/PodcastProfit


    More About David Schmidt

    Free Gift: What God Says About Business: 5 Uncommon Truths for the Modern Business

    Subscribe to the RBT Weekly Newsletter for weekly simple, practical, and Biblical steps to help you build a thriving business in a way that honors God.

    Newsletter also comes with Bible verses for business success for you to read, apply, and be inspired by.

    Book a call: Get Unstuck and Move Forward

    Website: redeemingbusinesstoday.com

    LinkedIn

    Donate to the Show

    Mentioned in this episode:

    What God Says About Business: 5 Uncommon Truths for Modern Business

    If you want to go deeper in your walk with God and integrate your faith and business this is the tool to make it happen. God has laid out the path to success without the regrets and emptiness

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  • 80. The Christian Mindset About Money: Should Believers Pursue Wealth? With Gino Barbaro
    Feb 9 2026

    Should Christians pursue wealth?

    The Bible seems to send mixed messages about money. It says, "Better is little with the fear of the Lord" but also "By humility and the fear of the Lord are riches, honor, and life." So what should our mindset be as Christian business owners?

    Today I'm talking with Gino Barbaro, a certified money coach and real estate investor who homeschools his six kids. He's learned hard lessons about money, scarcity, and what God wants for us.

    Gino shared a powerful quote: "Money does not corrupt an individual—it reveals the individual." If you want to create impact and serve families, you'll need to make money. Money is just a tool.

    Legacy isn't just financial—it's three things: human capital (faith), intellectual capital (wisdom), and financial capital (resources). Without the first two, wealth disappears.

    Gino was paralyzed by fear during the 2008 recession, stuck in victim mentality. His turning point came when he stopped being a victim and got clarity on where he wanted to go.

    Four Steps to Change Your Money Mindset:

    1. Stop being a victim
    2. Get clarity on what you want
    3. Go easy on yourself
    4. Examine your money biography—what you heard about money as a kid is still playing on repeat

    We don't own anything. God owns everything. We're stewards. Profit is the fuel, not the destination.

    How can we honor God in our business?

    By keeping Jesus at the center. By being stewards, not owners. By using money as fuel for legacy—not the destination.


    One challenge from today:

    Examine your money mindset. Are you operating from fear and scarcity, or trust and abundance?


    More About Gino Barbaro

    Website www.barbaro360.com

    Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@barbaro-360

    Book: Happy Money Happy Family Happy Legacy https://a.co/d/9k5dTTP


    More About David Schmidt

    Free Resource: What God Says About Business: 5 Uncommon Truths for the Modern Business

    Subscribe to the RBT Weekly Newsletter for weekly simple, practical, and Biblical steps to help you build a thriving business in a way that honors God.

    Newsletter also comes with Bible verses for business success for you to read, apply, and be inspired by.

    Book a call: Get Unstuck and Move Forward

    Website: redeemingbusinesstoday.com

    LinkedIn

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