What is one thing that you can do today to start your impact on God’s Kingdom?

In this episode, Jeff and Todd discuss:

• Surrendering your life to Jesus.
• Seizing the opportunities God provides.
• Trusting in God, not the resources of the world.
• Seeing God’s picture as greater than what we can dream.
• Taking the chance to just start.

Key Takeaways:

• Don’t be afraid to live your faith out loud. You never know who is watching and who is being impacted.
• God is enough. You don’t have to know every verse of scripture or have all the answers. He is enough.
• Don’t get so stuck in your own ideas that you stop listening to God’s voice.
• God will expand our footprint as we scatter seeds and trust in Him during times of transition.

"I think we overthink transitions sometimes as if God doesn't know what's coming. And in my case, He not only knew, but He confirmed it in a way that brought a lot of peace." — Todd Stewart

Episode References:

• Hope Legacy Collective: https://hopelegacycollective.org/
• C12: https://www.joinc12.com/

About Todd Stewart: Todd Stewart is first and foremost a follower of Christ, one who seeks to live out kingdom principles and pursue kingdom growth on a daily basis.

Beginning as a forklift operator and later becoming CEO of Gulf Winds, he charted an unusual course for the company: faith first, and profit followed. Todd graduated from Stephen F. Austin State University with a bachelor’s degree in marketing in 1996 before joining his father in the bold logistics venture of Gulf Winds. His wife, Nikki, has adventured side by side with him through his rise to CEO; the raising of their two beautiful children, Lexi and Lane; and his travels across the globe, sharing the gospel of Christ with family, friends, and colleagues-and with those hungry to hear.

Through the years, Todd has been honored by C12 with the Hero Award and by International Cooperating Ministries with the Rock Award. Todd personally lived the Gulf Winds story as a son, an employee, the CEO, and finally through the sale of the business. As he dared to run the family company with the mission of impacting eternity and a determination to put God first in it all, he saw firsthand the incredible things God would do with a business devoted to Him.

Connect with Todd Stewart:

Website: https://toddstewart.com/

Book: Delivering Hope: Leading a Business That Builds the Kingdom of God

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-stewart-0168a54/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toddstewart819/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583392180447

Connect with Jeff Thomas:

Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/

Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/

Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up

Email: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

What legacy are you leaving for your children?

In this episode, Jeff and Blake discuss:

• Seeing God in our fathers.
• Words from our father and from our Father.
• Healing through service to others.
• Stages of writing a Legacy Letter.

Key Takeaways:

• God is good on your best days and on your hardest days.
• Parental approval can be either an accelerant or a headwind to success, depending on where your parents fall on the spectrum.
• Assume how you love your children and how they are receiving that love are not always on the same page. The Legacy Letter is an opportunity to bridge that gap.
• Remove all expectations of how your children will respond to your letter. There will be a variety of reactions, and they may not always show you how they feel.

"What do you care more about? Do you care more about being right, or do you care more about having a strong family and a strong relationship? Because at the end of the day, we know what's most important." — Blake Brewer

Episode References:

• Legacy Letter Resources: https://www.legacyletter.com/resources/generous-business-owner-podcast

About Blake Brewer: Blake Brewer is a visionary leader and the founder of Legacy Letter Challenge, an organization with a mission to help 1 million people write at least one Legacy Letter to their children.

Blake's powerful story and mission have touched the hearts of many, and he continues to share them with organizations, businesses, and communities across the country. Most recently, he was featured on the "Dads Got This" segment on NBC's Today Show and "Huckabee" with Governor Mike Huckabee.

Connect with Blake Brewer:

Website: https://www.legacyletter.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blakecbrewer/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/legacyletterchallenge/

Connect with Jeff Thomas:

Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/

Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/

Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up

Email: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw

How can you start your generosity journey now with the budget you currently have?

In this episode, Jeff, Jeff, and Ivan discuss:

• Learning from all work experiences.
• Lessons from living upside down.
• Navigating partnerships.
• Starting your generosity path early - and bringing your family into your giving at all levels.

Key Takeaways:

• There is no need to go into debt to fund your lifestyle.
• When working with others, the sum of the whole is greater than the individual parts. But recognize there will be challenges and debates, and see the blessings in each other’s strengths.
• Give before you’re ready. Start small and increase incrementally, even if only 1% annually.
• Sharpen your iron around those who are also doing great things around you. Build a community of strong individuals around you to raise and strengthen one another.

"I would be an evangelist for peer groups, whether they are faith-based or not. Of course, faith-based is a plus, but getting around some like-minded individuals that are going through the same thing I am, and having a group that I can talk to and be vulnerable with, and then mirroring that with some sort of coaching or mentorship or advising. Those two aspects have been rocket fuel for my trajectory." — Ivan Barratt

Episode References:

• Firefly IN: https://fireflyin.org/

About Ivan Barratt: Ivan Barratt is a 25-year real estate veteran and the founder and CEO of The BAM Companies. An expert in multifamily operations and investment fund management, Ivan has raised over $585MM in equity across 6 funds, acquired 10,000+ units, and surpassed $1.85B in transaction volume since 2015. Under his leadership, The BAM Companies has become an eight-time Inc. 5000 winner with numerous cultural accolades. Ivan currently focuses his time on equity finance, investment opportunities, and corporate strategy. He is an active member of Tiger21, YPO, and NMHC. Outside of work, Ivan enjoys philanthropy and spending time traveling with his wife and three children.

Connect with Ivan Barratt:

Website: https://thebamcompanies.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BAMCapital

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thebamcompanies/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BAMCapitalGroup

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bamcapitalgroup

Connect with Jeff Thomas:

Website: https://www.arkosglobal.com/

Podcast: https://www.generousbusinessowner.com/

Book: https://www.arkosglobal.com/trading-up

Email: jeff.thomas@arkosglobal.com

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ArkosGlobalAdv

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arkosglobal/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkosglobaladvisors

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkosglobaladvisors/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLUYpPwkHH7JrP6PrbHeBxw