Decoding Spiritual Warfare In Business

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Most Christian entrepreneurs think they have a business problem. They don't. They have a spiritual warfare problem. Nobody told them. Through biblical teaching, practical insight, and direct, unfiltered truth, Jeff Elder helps Kingdom entrepreneurs identify the warfare attacking their business, expose the enemy's tactics, and fight back from a position of spiritual authority. This is not surface-level encouragement. This is warfare training for Christian entrepreneurs who are done misdiagnosing a spiritual problem as a strategy problem. They are ready to implement what God actually called them to build.

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December 11, 2025Episode 12615 min

DAY 9: Clarity Instead of Chaos

EPISODE DESCRIPTION The fog is lifting. Your defenses are in place. Clarity is returning. But here's what most Kingdom entrepreneurs miss: clarity without the right lens is just speed in the wrong direction. In Day 9, Jeff reveals that you've likely been measuring success through a broken lens—the world's standard of growth, revenue, and influence. Today you correct that lens and learn to measure success through God's standard: obedience, alignment, impact, health, and calling. Discover how reframing success changes every decision you make moving forward. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER The difference between clarity and having the right lens How the world measures success vs. how God does Why you can win externally and lose internally How to reframe what success actually means to you The decisions that change when you shift your lens Why external success often follows internal alignment How to distinguish between building to look successful vs. building to be successful TOPICS COVERED Success metrics and measurement The Performance Trap lens vs. alignment lens Kingdom priorities vs. market priorities Decision-making from clarity Building sustainably Calling alignment Legacy and impact Health in business building Obedience vs. achievement True vs. false success KEY SCRIPTURES Proverbs 23:7 (ESV) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he." Matthew 6:33 (ESV) "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." Proverbs 27:23 (ESV) "Know well the condition of your flocks, and give attention to your herds." REFLECTION QUESTIONS How are you currently measuring success in your business? Write down the metrics. Revenue? Growth? Clients served? Influence? Health? Family? Alignment? Be honest about what you're actually tracking. Whose lens are you looking through? The world's definition of success, or God's? Where do they differ for you personally? If you rewrote what success actually means to you—not what it "should" mean, but what it genuinely means to you—what would change? What opportunities would you say no to? What would you prioritize differently? What is one decision you're facing right now that needs to be made through the right lens? How would your answer change if you measured it by calling instead of market position? Be sure to subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss any future episodes.

December 16, 2025Episode 12720 min

DAY 10: How to Fight Back

EPISODE DESCRIPTION This is the final episode of the 10-day series. For nine days, you've learned to see the spiritual battle behind your business challenges. You've reclaimed your identity. You've put on your armor. You've corrected your lens. But understanding the battle and actually fighting it are two different things. In Day 10, Jeff reveals the five-step framework for activation: how to audit your current operation, measure it against your real calling, make the hard cuts, build in alignment, and protect what you've built. This is where transformation becomes sustainable change. This is where you stop learning about spiritual warfare and start operating from your victory in it. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER The difference between understanding and operating The five-step framework for fighting back operationally How to audit your business for alignment Which things to cut and why How to build from authority instead of desperation Why protecting your operations is as important as claiming authority How to transition from learning to action TOPICS COVERED Operational alignment Auditing your business Measuring against your calling Making hard cuts Building from authority Kingdom rhythms and boundaries Saying no to good opportunities Protecting aligned operations Sustainable change Integration of everything learned KEY SCRIPTURES 2 Timothy 4:7 (ESV) "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." Philippians 4:8-9 (ESV) "Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you." 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 (ESV) "Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love." REFLECTION QUESTIONS What is one thing in your current operation that is NOT aligned with your corrected lens? What's one thing you're doing, maintaining, or pursuing that doesn't serve your actual calling? Name it. Why haven't you cut it yet? What's keeping it in place? Fear? Obligation? Habit? Money? Status? Be honest. What would become possible if you cut that one thing? What would open up? What would shift? What is one thing you need to start doing—aligned with your calling, your authority, your identity in Christ—that you haven't started yet? What's one step toward operating from your victory? Be sure to subscribe to the podcast!

May 10, 2023Episode 10511 min

Embracing A New Way to Think About God Giving Us the Desires of Our Hearts - Psalm 37:4

In this episode, Jeff shares his excitement about the successful launch of his devotional and how God has been faithful. He also discusses the importance of delighting in the Lord and how it leads to God-given desires. Key Points: Psalm 37:4 says, "Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart." Initially, Jeff used to dump all his desires on God, but now he seeks an intimate relationship with the Lord and lets Him place the desires in his heart. God's desires are far greater than any human desire we can manufacture. Seeking God first and making His desires our own leads to answered prayers. Sometimes God may say no to our desires or refine/change them, but it's all for our good and His glory. Jeff encourages listeners to delight themselves in the Lord and ask Him to give them the desires He has for them. Thank you for tuning in to today's episode. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to reach out to Jeff on Instagram ( @jeffelderbgw ) or via email ( jeff@jeffreelder.com ). Also, don't forget to grab a copy of his devotional, which is now a bestseller on Amazon. Remember to do business God's way for His glory and to fulfill His purposes. Until next time, God bless. Make sure you tune into the next episode. And please leave a rating and review over on Apple Podcast. __________ Grab a copy of Jeff's new devotional on Amazon Paperback Version: https://amzn.to/3McT7K6 Kindle Version: https://amzn.to/3pnqnFG __________ Get connected to the community Take the Business God's Way Pledge - https://bit.ly/bizgodswaypledge __________ Links to podcast Apple - https://apple.co/3vBaGu0 Google - http://bit.ly/3Z63Udg Stitcher - http://bit.ly/3Q7L01K Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3X0Ksx4 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@jeffelderbgw __________ Learn more about how to work with Jeff Website - https://www.jeffreyelder.com __________ Mission To participate in what God is already doing in the marketplace of raising up a movement of Kingdompreneurs committed to doing business God's way and transforming lives for the gospel. We accomplish this through our content, resources, training, coaching, and community. __________ Socials Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jeffelderbgw Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jeffelderbgw YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jeffelderbgw Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/jeffelderbgw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffelderbgw/

June 1, 2020Episode 2313 min

An Honest Discussion About Racism

After much prayer and consideration, I knew I could no longer be silent on the issue of racism. After all, my silence on the matter is exactly the issue. Too many of us are burying our heads in the sand, trying to pretend the issue of racism doesn't exist. Maybe it's because for many (myself included) we don't know what to say or do. But to remain silent is no longer an option. It never has been, it never should have been, and it can no longer be. Racism has to stop and ignoring it has to stop. Most of all the Bible makes this topic and how we respond to it very clear. Let me leave you with some verses to consider: 1 Corinthians 12:13 13 For we were all baptized by one Spirit so as to form one body—whether Jews or Gentiles, slave or free—and we were all given the one Spirit to drink. 1 John 2:11 11 But anyone who hates a brother or sister is in the darkness and walks around in the darkness. They do not know where they are going, because the darkness has blinded them. Colossians 3:25 25 Anyone who does wrong will be repaid for their wrongs, and there is no favoritism. Galatians 3:28 28 There is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus. James 2:1 1 My brothers and sisters, believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ must not show favoritism. John 13:34 34 “A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. RATE & REVIEW If this podcast has helped you in any way and you would like to help get it into the ears of more people like you, please head over to Apple Podcasts and leave an honest rating and review. TOPIC IDEAS Have topic ideas for a future episode? I’d love to hear them. Email me at jeff@jeffreyelder.com. CONNECT WITH ME Instagram: https://bit.ly/3a3u1ZZ Facebook: http://bit.ly/3iyvV8y Clubhouse: https://bit.ly/3yh7JPp

February 19, 2020Episode 532 min

Mindset Traps Every Christian Entrepreneur Needs to Avoid

Each day we are confronted with mindset traps, and how we deal with them can greatly impact many areas of our lives. When we lose the battle of our minds, our faith, confidence, relationships, health, and our businesses suffer. As Christian entrepreneurs, we are not immune to these mindset traps. We can very easily fall into them just like everyone else. They stop us in our tracks and prevent us from carrying out our unique calling in this life as entrepreneurs. They stop us from Kingdom work. The benefit of being a Christian entrepreneur is that the Spirit of God is living within us to help us in our weaknesses. God can heal and mend a broken mindset. When we lean into the power of God and better understand these pitfalls, and begin building strategies to avoid them, we begin to reach our true potential and start to see God coming through in our businesses in a way only He can. Make sure you tune into the next episode. And please leave a rating and review over on Apple Podcast. __________ Grab a copy of Jeff's new devotional on Amazon Paperback Version: https://amzn.to/3McT7K6 Kindle Version: https://amzn.to/3pnqnFG __________ Get connected to the community Take the Business God's Way Pledge - https://bit.ly/bizgodswaypledge __________ Links to podcast Apple - https://apple.co/3vBaGu0 Google - http://bit.ly/3Z63Udg Stitcher - http://bit.ly/3Q7L01K Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3X0Ksx4 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@jeffelderbgw __________ Learn more about how to work with Jeff Website - https://www.jeffreyelder.com __________ Mission To participate in what God is already doing in the marketplace of raising up a movement of Kingdompreneurs committed to doing business God's way and transforming lives for the gospel. We accomplish this through our content, resources, training, coaching, and community. __________ Socials Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jeffelderbgw Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/jeffelderbgw YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jeffelderbgw Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/jeffelderbgw LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffelderbgw/

December 10, 2025Episode 12517 min

DAY 8: The Armor of God in Business

EPISODE DESCRIPTION You've claimed your authority. You understand obedience. But the enemy doesn't quit—he adapts. He shifts tactics. And if you don't know how to defend what you've just claimed, you'll lose it. In Day 8, Jeff breaks down Ephesians 6—not as abstract theology, but as your practical defense system in business. Learn how the belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shoes of peace, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and sword of the Spirit work together to protect your calling. Discover why rest is a weapon and how daily preparation keeps the enemy from reclaiming ground. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER How to interpret the armor of God as practical business protection What each piece of armor actually protects and how to use it Why rest is a weapon, not a luxury How daily preparation prevents you from sliding backward The relationship between your armor and your clarity How to recognize when a piece of your armor is weak Why the enemy shifts tactics and how your armor defends against adaptation TOPICS COVERED Ephesians 6 and practical application Belt of truth Breastplate of righteousness Shoes of the gospel of peace Shield of faith Helmet of salvation Sword of the Spirit Daily preparation and armor Rest as spiritual weapon Maintaining ground claimed Tactical shifts of the enemy KEY SCRIPTURES Ephesians 6:10-18 (ESV) "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God, praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints." Proverbs 27:12 (ESV) "The prudent see danger and take refuge, but the simple keep going and pay the penalty." Psalm 91:4 (ESV) "He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart." REFLECTION QUESTIONS Which piece of the armor are you weakest in? Is it truth? Righteousness? Peace? Faith? Salvation? Where do you need to strengthen your defense? What does your morning preparation look like? Do you actually put on your armor, or do you move into your day unequipped? What would change if you spent 10 minutes each morning actually securing each piece? When has rest been a weapon for you? When have you stopped fighting and found clarity? What prevents you from resting regularly? What fiery arrows is the enemy currently shooting at you? What are his current tactics against your business, your calling, your confidence? How would your armor specifically protect you against these attacks? Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode.

December 9, 2025Episode 12415 min

DAY 7: Authority—The Weapon the Enemy Fears

EPISODE DESCRIPTION You've learned to stand firm in your calling. You understand your identity in Christ. But do you actually know what your authority is and how to deploy it? In Day 7, Jeff reveals that authority and obedience work together—and when you align them, doors open that no strategy could create. Discover why God doesn't need your perfect plan; He needs your obedience. Learn how small promptings aligned with your authority become the most powerful force in your business. This is the episode where everything activates. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER The difference between authority and strategy How authority and obedience work together Why small obedience opens doors strategy can't The connection between authority and breaking the Performance Trap How to recognize God's promptings and move on them Why the enemy fears entrepreneurs who understand their authority The difference between authority and arrogance TOPICS COVERED Authority in Christ Obedience as alignment with God's direction Divine appointments and open doors Strategy vs. obedience Trust and positioning Access and permission Kingdom momentum Small promptings from God Moving without forced strategies KEY SCRIPTURES Matthew 28:18-20 (ESV) "And Jesus came and said to them, 'All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.'" Luke 10:19 (ESV) "Behold, I have given you authority to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall hurt you." Proverbs 8:11 (ESV) "For wisdom is better than jewels, and all that you may desire cannot compare with her." REFLECTION QUESTIONS Where are you still trying to force doors instead of waiting for God to open them? What would it look like to stop pushing and start listening for the small promptings? When you feel a prompting from God—even a small one that doesn't fit your plan—do you obey or do you talk yourself out of it? What would change if you trusted that obedience from authority opens bigger doors than strategy could? Are you still trying to prove your worth in your business? What would it feel like to operate from the position that you already have authority, you already have standing, you already have value? What is one small obedience God is asking of you right now? Not the big, strategic move. The small prompting you've been dismissing. What would it look like to honor that? Be sure to subscribe to the podcast!

December 6, 2025Episode 12214 min

DAY 5: The Lie That Keeps You Believing the Battle Is Yours Alone

EPISODE DESCRIPTION You've named the spiritual battle. You understand the enemy's target identity. You recognize the three forms of resistance—fear, confusion, and discouragement. But here's where most Kingdom entrepreneurs get stuck: they still try to fight the battle alone through their own strength. in Day 5, Jeff exposes the lie that spiritual warfare requires your superior effort, discipline, and strategy. The truth is more straightforward and more powerful: the battle was already won. Your job isn't to win it—it's to stand in the authority of the One who did. Discover why resting in Christ's victory is more potent than striving for your own. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER Why trying to fight spiritual warfare through your own effort leads to exhaustion and burnout The difference between fighting to win vs. standing in authority How surrendering the battle changes everything about how you lead and decide Why rest is obedience, not laziness What it means to operate from victory instead of struggling toward it TOPICS COVERED Spiritual warfare and personal strength The Performance Trap and fighting in your own power Authority in Christ vs. self-effort Rest as obedience Standing vs. striving Building from identity vs. building to become something The finished victory and your role in it KEY SCRIPTURES Ephesians 6:10-12 "Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places." Colossians 3:1-3 "If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God." Romans 8:37 "No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us." REFLECTION QUESTIONS Where are you still white-knuckling? In what area of your business or leadership are you still trying to perform your way to peace? Name it specifically. What would change if you believed the battle is already won? Not just believed it theologically, but actually operated from it. How would your decision-making shift? Your leadership? Your boundaries? What does "standing in authority" actually look like in your day-to-day? When the fear or confusion shows up tomorrow, what would it mean to recognize it as noise instead of truth? What's one decision you could make from rest instead of striving? Who or what are you trying to prove something to? This often reveals whether you're still fighting for victory instead of standing in authority. Be sure to describe to this podcast.

December 7, 2025Episode 12316 min

DAY 6: The Practical Art of Operating from Victory

EPISODE DESCRIPTION You understand the battle is won. You know you're supposed to stand in authority. But what do you actually do when the resistance pushes back? When doubt shows up? When does everything in you want to quit? In Day 6, Jeff takes you from understanding victory to living victory. You'll discover the four-step framework for operating from what's already true about you, even when circumstances and feelings tell a different story. Learn how to recognize resistance for what it is, stand firm in your calling, and watch breakthrough follow. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER Why understanding victory and living victory are two different things The four-step framework for standing firm when resistance shows up How to recognize the temptation to quit as spiritual resistance, not weakness Why resistance is often a sign that breakthrough is near What to do in the moment when you feel like giving up The difference between fighting for victory and operating from it TOPICS COVERED Operating from truth instead of feeling Recognizing and naming resistance in real time Standing firm in your calling when everything says quit Breakthrough and spiritual warfare The discipline of obedience over emotion Practical steps for maintaining authority in Christ The momentum of standing vs. the exhaustion of fighting KEY SCRIPTURES 2 Timothy 2:3-4 (ESV) "Share in suffering as a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No soldier gets entangled in civilian pursuits, since his aim is to please the one who enlisted him." Joshua 1:8-9 (ESV) "Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." 1 Peter 5:8-9 (ESV) "Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world." REFLECTION QUESTIONS What is one area where you've wanted to quit recently? Not permanently—step back, rest, let someone else carry it. What would it look like to recognize that desire to leave as resistance instead of truth? When you feel discouragement or confusion about your calling, what do you typically do? Do you try to think your way out of it? Do you rest? Do you push harder? What would it look like to stand in your calling instead? How would your leadership shift if you believed that resistance is often a sign that a breakthrough is near? Instead of a sign to quit, what if it's a sign you're about to open a door the enemy doesn't want open? What is your calling? Not your business. Your calling. The thing God commissioned you to do. Can you state it clearly? Because you can't stand firm in something you haven't named. CALL TO ACTION Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss any future episodes.

September 21, 2023Episode 11316 min

What Is Our Real Job As Kingdompreneurs?

In this episode of the Business God's Way podcast, Jeff explores the story of John the Baptist from the book of John, chapter 3. He delves into how John the Baptist's humility and understanding of his role in God's plan can serve as a lesson for entrepreneurs. Jeff challenges listeners to shift their focus from competition and jealousy to paving the way for Jesus in their businesses. Key Takeaways: Humility Over Competition: John the Baptist teaches us the importance of humility in acknowledging that all we have is a gift from God. This principle is crucial in business, where competition and jealousy can easily cloud our judgment. Understanding Your Role: John knew his role was to prepare the way for Jesus, not to be the main event. Similarly, entrepreneurs should understand their role in God's bigger plan and focus on fulfilling that purpose. The Joy of Decreasing: John found joy in seeing Jesus' ministry take the forefront, understanding that he must decrease for Jesus to increase. This perspective can bring peace and joy to business owners as they see others succeed in their respective callings. Focus on Kingdom Impact: The ultimate goal should be to make a Kingdom impact through your business. This means laying aside distractions and comparisons to focus on what God has called you to do. This episode serves as a reminder that our businesses are not about us but about paving the way for Jesus. As you navigate the challenges and opportunities in your entrepreneurial journey, may you find joy in decreasing so that He may increase. Stay focused on the mission God has given you, and remember, it's all for His glory. If you have any questions or prayer requests, feel free to reach out to Jeff on Instagram at Jeff Elder BGW. Thank you for tuning in, and continue to do business God's way. Make sure you tune into the next episode. And please leave a rating and review over on Apple Podcast. __________ Grab a copy of Jeff's new devotional on Amazon Paperback Version: https://amzn.to/3McT7K6 Kindle Version: https://amzn.to/3pnqnFG __________ Get connected to the community Take the Business God's Way Pledge - https://bit.ly/bizgodswaypledge __________ Links to podcast Apple - https://apple.co/3vBaGu0 Google - http://bit.ly/3Z63Udg Stitcher - http://bit.ly/3Q7L01K Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3X0Ksx4 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@jeffelderbgw __________ Learn more about how to work with Jeff Website - https://www.jeffreyelder.com __________ Mission To participate in what God is already doing in the marketplace of raising up a movement of Kingdompreneurs committed to doing business God's way and transforming lives for the gospel. We accomplish this through our content, resources, training, coaching, and community. __________ Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffelderbgw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jeffelderbgw YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jeffelderbgw Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/jeffelderbgw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffelderbgw