What does it truly mean to flourish—and why does Scripture present flourishing as God's original design, not a modern ambition?

In this opening episode of Called to Flourish, Robert Wachter, Global Marketing Director, sits down with Jay Bransford, President & CEO of Best Christian Workplaces, to explore God's heart for human flourishing. Drawing from Genesis and the words of Jesus, Jay reflects on how true flourishing flows not from striving, but from abiding in Christ—and how leadership is ultimately a shepherding calling shaped by humility, integrity, and trust in God's work.

You'll gain biblical insight on:
• God's original design for flourishing
• Why flourishing begins with abiding in Christ
• How grace—not self-effort—leads to lasting fruit
• What faithful leadership looks like in God's economy

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A new chapter is beginning at Best Christian Workplaces.

In early January, we're launching the Called to Flourish Podcast—a new conversation space designed to equip Christian leaders to build healthy, Christ-centered workplace cultures across churches, ministries, nonprofits, and faith-driven businesses.

In this short teaser, host Robert Wachter shares why we're launching Called to Flourish, what leaders can expect, and how this podcast will inspire and equip you to create a workplace where people and mission flourish.

What you can expect from Called to Flourish:

• Insightful conversations with seasoned Christian leaders

• Research-backed guidance grounded in our FLOURISH model

• Practical tools to strengthen trust, engagement, and leadership

• Real stories of transformation from workplaces around the world

If you're committed to cultivating a thriving, Christ-centered culture, this podcast will encourage, challenge, and equip you for the journey.

👉 Subscribe today so you don't miss the first episode in January!

Join us for this encore episode with Ruth Haley Barton, founder of the Transforming Center, as she explores the critical question every leader must face: 'How is it with your soul?' Discover why leaders who neglect their inner spiritual life risk losing themselves, and how cultivating spiritual disciplines can transform both your leadership and your organization's culture.

Find full show notes here: https://workplaces.org/podcast/458-how-is-it-with-your-soul-strengthening-leadership-from-the-inside-out

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