Turning Workplaces Into Mission Fields for Christ - Darren Shearer, CEO of High Bridge Books

The Missional Life Podcast

What if your workplace could become your mission field? In this episode of The Missional Life Podcast, we sit down with Darren Shearer, founder of the Theology of Business Institute and author of Marketing Like Jesus and The Marketplace Christian. Darren shares how Christians can infuse their faith into their business practices, use their spiritual gifts in the workplace, and create a Christ-centered culture that transforms lives. Whether you're an entrepreneur, employee, or leader, this conversation offers actionable insights to help you align your work with God's kingdom purposes. Listen in and discover how to make an eternal impact—right where God has placed you!

About Darren Shearer:

Darren Shearer is the founder and director of the Theology of Business Institute, dedicated to helping Christians align their work with God’s purposes. He is also the founder and CEO of High Bridge Books, a company focused on publishing Christ-centered stories and messages. Darren is the author of several impactful books, including The Marketplace Christian and Marketing Like Jesus, which equip believers to use their spiritual gifts in business and share the gospel through their work. With a background in both theology and business, Darren inspires and equips others to see their workplace as a mission field.

Big Takeaways:

1. Work is Your Mission Field: Your workplace is a primary arena for living out the Great Commission. Wherever God has placed you, it’s an opportunity to make disciples and bring His kingdom values.
2. Spiritual Gifts Have Everyday Value: Your spiritual gifts are not limited to church settings but can and should be used to bring order, excellence, and ministry into your daily work life.
3. Culture Shapes Discipleship: The culture you create in your business or organization has a significant role in influencing people for Christ. Be intentional about cultivating a godly atmosphere.
4. Christ-Centered Marketing: Effective storytelling in business highlights the heroism of customers and clients while reflecting God’s glory, rather than self-promotion.
5. Begin with Identity in Christ: Your effectiveness in work, leadership, and ministry flows from the understanding that you are already in right standing with God, not from performance or achievements.

Missional Challenges:

1. See Your Workplace as Ministry: This week, ask God to open your eyes to ways you can share His love and truth with coworkers or clients through your actions and conversations.
2. Reflect Jesus in Business Relationships: Treat every customer, coworker, and vendor as if they are Jesus Himself. Seek to honor them with kindness, integrity, and intentional care.
3. Create a Culture of Kingdom Values: Assess your organization’s culture. Begin implementing one change, such as a weekly team prayer or emphasizing servant leadership, to align your business practices with God’s principles.

00:00 Introduction to Darren Shearer

00:45 Integrating Faith into Business

02:30 Darren's Journey from Military to Ministry

05:10 Using Spiritual Gifts in Business

09:17 Recognizing Jesus in Business Interactions

14:21 Building a Christ-Centered Company Culture

16:40 Influence of Culture on Discipleship

19:05 Biblical Examples of Leadership

22:07 Leadership Principles from the New Testament

25:05 Marketing Like Jesus

28:37 Purpose-Driven Business Leadership

31:42 Final Thoughts and Resources

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