Is God anti-wealth or pro wealth? Does God promote financial prosperity or have a disdain towards it? Are there occupations that God disapprove because they are lucrative? Is poverty a mark of righteousness? Educated in both business and theology, Nikolai explores two ongoing forces that have impacted culture: God & Money. Both these forces are relevant in life. This podcast unravels the truths that are often not discussed from either the pulpit or the podium. Whether one is a person of faith or a skeptic, an entrepreneur or a leader, a student or an educator, this podcast takes one on a journey to confront misconceptions and discover truths. The podcast also provides practical solutions to problems both financially and spiritually. So what's the truth? You are about to find out! This is The Unpreached Truth about God and Money.
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January 12, 2024Episode 2114 min
The Unseen Power of Ideas in Shaping Our World
Have you ever been struck with an idea so simple yet so compelling that it felt like a mini-revolution in your mind? My childhood recollection of transforming the craving for a new toy into a thriving custom magnet business is a testament to this phenomenon. I share this formative experience, highlighting the entrepreneurial spirit that can ignite at any age—proving that even the smallest notions can evolve into game-changing realities. This episode is not just a trip down memory lane; it's an inspiring look at how we can harness our ideas to reshape our financial landscape and, potentially, the world.Support the show
January 8, 2024Episode 2019 min
Don't Waste Your Time
In this episode, we explore what it means to value your time. Support the show
February 28, 2022Episode 1923 min
Debt Free Renovation
How do you lead a debt-free large-scale project during a pandemic? Check out the new episode. Support the show
December 19, 2020Episode 1713 min
Never Chase The Bag
"Whoever loves money never has enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income. This too is meaningless." - Ecclesiastes 5:10Support the show
December 12, 2020Episode 1624 min
Fear and Money
"For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind." - 2 Timothy 1:7In this episode, we explore the issues surrounding fear and money. Support the show
October 12, 2020Episode 151 hr 2 min
Plant Based Brotha
Xav Handfield is a nationally recognized speaker, educator, personal development coach, and entrepreneur. His mission is to use his gifts and his voice to inspire and evoke a change in this world. He is a native of Miami, Florida, and has been in Houston since September 2012. In 2014, he merged three passions of motivation, etiquette, and faith to create his own company and be the change that he wanted to see. He is the CEO of, The Handfield Group, LLC which is the parent company of his two businesses. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, in Mass Communications, with a concentration in Public Relations & Advertising from The Great Bethune-Cookman University, in Daytona Beach, Florida and a Masters of Business with a concentration in entertainment from Full Sail University, in Orlando, Florida.From his formal educational background combined with faith and his strong family and community influence, he saw a need and wanting to meet that need, his first job was teaching the inner-city youth of Miami, Florida. In 2015, he started speaking professionally which has allowed him to speak to thousands across the country for corporate events, churches, community organizations and to develop youth and adults through personal development and helping them identify their purpose, through enrichment, training, and motivation. In 2017, he created Plant Based Brotha, that helps people transition to a plant based lifestyle, and expose inner city communities to healthier food options. Xav is excited about Life and is a living testament about our Gifts making room for us, and truly operating in godly purpose. He enjoys traveling, doing community service, mentoring, spending time with friends and family, finding cool vegan restaurants and attending shows/concerts. His life goal is to Make it into heaven while he “Aspires to Inspire before he Expires”, and has a favorite verse: Ephesians 2:10 "For We are God's masterpiece, He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago." #unpreachedtruth #plantbasedbrotha #God #money #food #veganSupport the show
August 12, 2020Episode 1446 min
A New Normal
Chama St. Louis is a mother, leader, entrepreneur, business owner, communicator, activist, advocate, award-winning community organizer, and now a candidate for political office. Chama started honing her leadership and advocacy skills in high school and hasn’t stopped making the community around her better. She spent 12 years at the Peoria Black Chamber of Commerce and became their youngest president and chairwoman. In 2014, Chama organized a solidarity march & rally to honor Mike Brown. Since then, Chama has worked on several political campaigns including serving as the public relations director and spokeswoman for the successful re-election campaign for the Honorable Dorothy Brown, Cook County Clerk of the Circuit Court. Chama is currently the Central Illinois Coalition Organizer for the Peoria People’s Project an extension of the Grassroots Collaborative. She’s the founder of the Black Justice Project and the Communications Director for Change Peoria and serves on several local boards. Support the show
August 2, 2020Episode 1344 min
Everything In Life Is Negotiable
Sherika Wynter is the Co-Founder & Managing Partner of Thomas & Wynter R&D. Her R&D Company currently has 3 subsidiaries: The Slip Guard, T|W Tote and Journacy. She has thrived in entrepreneurial and corporate spaces. This has afforded her the opportunity to bring experiences from both sides to the table. She still works in the corporate space as a consultant and has over 13 years of experience in product and project management, holding both Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) and Project Management Professional (PMP) certifications. She also has vast experience in product development, vendor management, and business development. As an entrepreneur, she decided to take her skills to the classroom. Her love for teaching and instruction began in 2014. She realized her success and failures were well received by those attending her classes. Sharing experiences not only strengthened her skills but also allowed her to be seen as relatable, someone people can trust and open up to. In addition, she found herself wanting to walk the journey with her students; whether it was a profession change or launch of a startup venture. Support the show
July 27, 2020Episode 121 hr 3 min
Just Doing God's Work
In this episode, Nikolai sits down with Berny Jacques, JD, Florida House of Representatives for the 59th district and discusses the criminal justice system, economics, politics, community development and his views about God and money.Support the show
July 23, 2020Episode 1122 min
Budget Burnout: Signs, Symptoms and Solutions
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths." - Proverbs 3:5-6Support the show
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