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Church for Entrepreneurs
Hosted by Amos Johnson Jr, PhD · EN
We help believers around the world mature in faith so they can fulfill the entrepreneurial calling that God has placed in their hearts.
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Why are you so fearful of failing?
1w ago00:07:25Tap to summarizeFear often rises when obstacles threaten the vision God has given us. For example, Jesus told His disciples to go to the other side of the lake by boat, but they allowed the storm to overshadow His promise and questioned whether He cared for them. Their fear exposed a lack of trust in His word rather than the size of the storm. Jesus demonstrated His authority by calming the wind and the waves, reminding them that faith is anchored in who He is, not in favorable circumstances. When challenges arise, the real question is whether we will trust God's promise or let fear define our response. __________ Mark 4:35-41 NLT __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com __________
Transcribe →Suffering Faithfully in Marriage
2w ago00:07:10Tap to summarizeMarriage often brings moments of deep joy, but it can also bring disappointment when our spouse falls short of meeting our expectations or fulfilling their responsibilities. In 1 Peter 2:18–24, Peter teaches that God is honored when we continue to do what is right, even while suffering unjustly. Applying this principle to marriage, we see that our faithfulness to the marriage covenant is not determined by our spouse's behavior but by our obedience to God. Believers are required to remain committed to loving, serving, and honoring their spouse despite disappointment, following the example of Christ, who suffered without retaliation and entrusted Himself to the Father. As we suffer faithfully in marriage, we reflect the character of Christ and demonstrate that our ultimate hope is found in God, not in the perfect performance of our spouse. __________ Matthew 19:11-12 MSG, 1 Peter 2:18-24 NLT __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com __________
Transcribe →Why do marriage teachings in the church overly focus on wives submitting?
2w ago00:01:49Tap to summarizeIn last week's Office Hours, Pastor Amos addressed the "unbalanced" teaching that emphasizes wives submitting without giving equal emphasis to husbands loving their wives as Christ loved the church, which he defines as "dying to yourself" to serve your spouse. __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com __________
Transcribe →Should we make business plans or just wait on God?
2w ago00:02:44Tap to summarizeIn this excerpt from Office Hours, Pastor Amos explains that believers should use both natural planning and spiritual guidance, citing the Apostle Paul as a model for making plans while leaving room for the Holy Spirit to make adjustments. __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com __________
Transcribe →Is traditional thinking stopping your calling
2w ago00:08:13Tap to summarizeJesus challenges the religious leaders by exposing how human traditions can quietly replace God's truth. While they focused on protecting long-standing customs, they neglected God's actual commands, revealing hearts that honored Him outwardly but were distant inwardly. This message invites us to examine the unconscious traditions, assumptions, and patterns we follow that may be preventing us from recognizing God's fresh direction and calling. True obedience is not about preserving familiar practices but about remaining sensitive to God's Word and willing to follow Him wherever He leads. __________ Matthew 15:1-9 NLT __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com __________
Transcribe →Follow God over the data
2w ago00:07:26Tap to summarizeJesus borrowed Peter's boat to teach the crowds, and after preaching, He instructed Peter to launch into deep water and let down his nets. Everything Peter knew as an experienced fisherman—and all the data from that night's failed efforts—told him it was pointless. They had fished all night, caught nothing, and were already cleaning their nets to go home. From a natural perspective, Jesus was a carpenter, not a fisherman, and His instruction contradicted both experience and expertise. Yet Peter chose obedience over evidence, saying, "Nevertheless at thy word I will let down the net." His obedience produced a miraculous catch that exceeded every expectation. This example teaches that while data and past experiences can inform us, they should never have the final authority over God's word. When God speaks, His direction can override what history, logic, or statistics say is possible, calling us to trust His voice above the limitations of the data. __________ Luke 5:1-9 KJV __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com __________
Transcribe →God will keep you feeling young as you walk out your calling
2w ago01:03:52Tap to summarizeThis week's Office Hours covered a range of topics. Bose raised questions about making plans as a Christian and the role of the enemy, to which Pastor Amos responded by emphasizing a balance between planning and praying, citing biblical examples. Sonja inquired about the story of Jacob wrestling with God, and Pastor Amos explained the difference in engagement with God between the Old and New Testaments, focusing on identity in Christ. Bose also discussed the stronghold of cultural traditions in the church, particularly regarding marriage roles, and Pastor Amos agreed on the need for prayer and teaching to address these imbalances. Stephanie asked about the biblical perspective on supporting Israel, and Pastor Amos provided a nuanced view, acknowledging Israel's prophetic significance while noting that they are still accountable for their actions. Deborah shared her reflections on entering her 60s, seeking wisdom on what to carry forward, and received encouragement from Pastor Amos and others about embracing the new decade with wisdom and purpose. The conversation ended with a prayer for the victims of a ferry disaster in Guyana and for various personal and global concerns. __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com __________
Transcribe →Don't change the vision to fit your limitations
2w ago00:09:21Tap to summarizeGod revealed a clear and specific vision for Abraham and Sarah: they would become the parents of many nations through a son born to them together. Even after reaffirming His covenant and changing their names to reflect their future, Abraham allowed his natural limitations—his age and Sarah's barrenness—to shape his expectations. Instead of embracing God's promise, he suggested that Ishmael fulfill the vision, attempting to reduce God's plan to something that seemed more realistic. But God refused to lower His promise to match Abraham's doubts. He affirmed that while Ishmael would be blessed, His covenant would come through Isaac, the promised son. This example reminds us that God's vision is not determined by our limitations. Faith requires us to trust His power rather than adjust His promises to fit what seems possible in our own strength. __________ Genesis 17:1-7 NLT, Genesis 17:15-21 NLT __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com __________
Transcribe →Don't follow the advice of your spouse in this situation!
2w ago00:10:16Tap to summarizeGod's calling on your life requires unwavering trust in His timing and direction. Abram's failure reminds us that the advice of your spouse should never take priority over the clear direction God has given you. While a spouse's counsel is valuable, it must always be tested against God's will. Compromising your calling to satisfy your spouse's opinion can lead to unnecessary pain, conflict, and negative consequences that affect many others including your spouse. __________ Genesis 16:1-10,13 NLT __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com __________
Transcribe →Yes and Amen!
2w ago00:02:51Tap to summarizeThese are words of encouragement from CFE members following this week's prayer. __________ Partner with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com/partner Connect with Us: https://churchforentrepreneurs.com __________
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