I'm a bit of a mess today, so please take that into account as you read this week's newsletter. We just finished an emotional weekend, taking in four performances of our son's lead role in his school musical, Big Fish. Now I know I'm a biased dad, but we were not at...
Broadly, there are three ways to do Business for Transformation (B4T): employees as mission, customers as mission, or philanthropy as mission.
Our non-profit organization is dedicated to bridging the gap between faith and work through global missions efforts. As a marketplace-rooted brand, we believe that spiritual fulfillment and professional success go hand in hand. In this video, we explore how our mission is to empower individuals to bring their faith into the workplace and make a positive impact on a global scale. Join us as we work towards creating a world where faith and work are seamlessly integrated.
I had a recent conversation with a graduate student at Indiana University that really got me thinking. He is a friend of my daughter and part of the vibrant Chi Alpha campus ministry that is discipling hundreds of IU students each year. This kid is incredibly gifted,...
As Jesus charged us, we are to take the Gospel to all corners of the world, to preach the Gospel in word and deed, and be the image bearers of God in the world.
If you are a follower of Jesus and work in the marketplace, you have a "theology of work." Yep, you do. Don't worry, work theology is not nearly as academic as it sounds. It simply means that your faith has shaped the way you think about why you get up and go to work...
Worshipping God in our everyday lives can be simple. It begins with turning your heart toward God amidst the busyness of life and choosing to direct your thoughts towards Him.
Marketplace skills are missionary skills. This is a phrase we use often around The Stone Table because we actually believe it. Business does not belong to the “secular world,” it’s part of God’s Kingdom plan for His world. Is it broken by sin? Of course. Creation is...
Gospel theology must transform work theology for the Christian. We have financial needs – requirements such as bills, tuition, and groceries that need to be covered. With workism knocking at the door of our needs, how can we manage the tension of resting effectively while still meeting these needs for ourselves & our families?
Today, right about the time this newsletter hits your inbox, The Stone Table will be hosting its first ever business prayer gathering. The Stone Table is a global missions organization rooted in the marketplace, so why are we hosting a prayer event? Our heart is to...
This week we discuss the misconception that people of faith are always bold and irrational risk-takers. Erik shares a personal story about a partially developed property in southern Indiana that was foreclosed on by a bank. The property was being developed by Christian builders who had a vision but lacked the funds to complete the project. He emphasizes that faith and risk are not synonymous, but faith always requires obedience. Erik highlights the importance of discerning what God is saying and being obedient to His guidance. He concludes by encouraging listeners to consider whether they are being obedient to God’s calling, whether it requires taking a bold step or exercising the discipline of waiting.
What does it look like to be a strong leader? A decisive leader to step into conflict, to deal with difficult situations, and yet do it with the fruit of the spirit? With love, with joy, with peace, patience, kindness, goodness, with faithfulness, with gentleness, and with self-control?
John Crane discusses the topic of engaging as believers in the marketplace and the importance of humility in leadership. He highlights how power is not inherently bad but should be approached in a way that aligns with Christ’s example. John also shares his experiences in politics, including the challenges he faced during a special session and the importance of hope in difficult times. He emphasizes that success should not be measured solely by external factors but by the impact one has in their role. John’s focus on leadership development and his efforts to establish processes for onboarding new senators demonstrate his commitment to creating a positive and impactful culture within the Senate.