What if the path we’ve been faithfully running isn’t the one God is asking us to run?

In this episode of The Unbridled Creative, we sit down with Jon Coss, entrepreneur, husband, father of four, and founder of WaWai Partners, to explore what happens when faith leads us beyond the life we thought we were supposed to live.

Jon’s journey took him from studying social work and serving in vocational ministry to moving his family to Indonesia, where he discovered a new way to live out his calling through entrepreneurship. But the biggest leap wasn’t moving across the world. It was learning to let go of the belief that serving God and building a profitable business had to be two separate things.

Through unexpected failures, difficult transitions, and the wisdom of his Indonesian friends, Jon began to see work as worship and business as an opportunity to serve people, create jobs, and make a meaningful difference. He also learned the importance of surrendering control, listening to truth-tellers, and giving himself and others grace along the way.

Together, we explore how pride, fear, and our own expectations can keep us running someone else’s race. Jon reminds us that we don’t have to get everything right before we move forward. We can recalibrate, embrace the lessons in failure, and trust God with the process.

If we’ve been standing at the fence, wondering whether we’re allowed to take a different path, this conversation is an invitation to look beyond our own plans and see where God might be leading. We weren’t created simply to avoid brokenness. We were created to live freely, serve generously, and participate in what God is doing in the world.

Break Free Blueprint (Today’s Takeaway)

Stop trying to run someone else’s race.

Seek the truth. Invite trusted friends and family to speak honestly into our lives, even when the truth challenges our plans.

Release control. We don’t have to build God’s kingdom on our own. We get to participate in what He is already doing.

Give ourselves permission to pivot. When our perspective changes, we can change direction, learn from failure, and move forward in faith.

Turn our work into worship. Whatever our calling looks like, we can serve people, create value, and honor God through the way we work.

Our next step: Ask God where we might be holding on to someone else’s expectations, then take one faithful step toward the life He is inviting us to live.

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Life doesn’t always go according to plan, even when we’re walking in our calling. In this short, honest conversation, Laura and Trent share what the past few months have looked like behind the scenes, from unexpected injuries and learning to slow down to stepping into new ventures that require faith, patience, and courage.

Laura opens up about how physical setbacks have challenged the way she sees herself, her health, and her business. Trent shares the journey behind Wayborn, a new technology company designed to help entrepreneurs simplify marketing, connect with the right people, and build their businesses with greater confidence. Both remind us that we’re all works in progress, learning to honor our seasons and trust God through the uncertainty.

If we’ve ever stood at the fence, knowing God is calling us toward something new but feeling unsure about the next step, Trent’s story offers a powerful reminder: sometimes we have to move forward in faith before we can see the path clearly. We may not have God’s full perspective, but we can keep praying, listening, and taking the next step He puts in front of us.

We’re not sharing this because we have everything figured out. We’re sharing it because we’re in the mess, too. And we want to keep walking alongside one another as we learn to follow God’s calling, embrace the unexpected, and become who He created us to be.

Break Free Blueprint (Today’s Takeaway)

We don’t need the whole plan to take the next faithful step.

- Pause and listen. Make room to pray and seek God’s perspective when life feels uncertain.

- Honor your season. Recognize when it’s time to slow down, adjust, or approach things differently.

- Take the leap. Move forward in obedience, even when you can’t see the entire path.

We may only see what’s right in front of us, but God sees the bigger picture. Let’s trust Him enough to take the next step.

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We’re so glad you’re here. If you’ve been standing at the fence, wondering whether it’s time to step into something God has placed on your heart, we hope this conversation reminds you that you don’t have to have it all figured out to begin.

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What if your calling isn’t something waiting for you in the future—but something God has already placed right in front of you?

In this episode, we sit down with J. Randall Gladden to unpack a powerful shift in perspective: calling isn’t primarily what we do; it’s what we apply. Every assignment, season, relationship, workplace, and opportunity can become a place where we apply what God has placed within us for the benefit of others.

Randy shares honestly about seasons when following God meant letting go of success, identity, comfort, and certainty. Through those wilderness seasons, he discovered that the wilderness isn’t necessarily where God is absent—it can be the very place where we learn to hear Him more clearly and develop the capacity to carry what He wants to entrust to us.

Together, we explore what it means to move from being consumers to governors, to see our work as ministry, and to understand that what God gives us is not simply for ourselves. Our businesses, gifts, resources, influence, and opportunities are entrusted responsibilities meant to flourish, create opportunity, bless others, and extend into the next generation.

If you’ve been standing at the fence, waiting for clarity, confirmation, or the “right” opportunity before taking the next step, this conversation is an invitation to look again. You may already be standing in the middle of your calling.

Break Free Blueprint (Today’s Takeaway)
Stop waiting for the perfect assignment. Start being faithful with the one in front of you.

Ask:

- What has God already entrusted to us?
- How can we apply what He has placed in us for the benefit of others?
- Where is He asking us to trust Him instead of judging His will by our circumstances?

Our job is faithfulness. We apply ourselves, listen for the Holy Spirit’s direction, and keep moving forward. God is responsible for the results.

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If this conversation encouraged you, share it with someone who may be standing in the wilderness, questioning their calling, or waiting for their next step.

Keep choosing faith over fear, obedience over perfection, and trust over circumstances.

Connect with J. Randall Gladden and explore his resources at GodPowered.com.

And keep following The Unbridled Creative Podcast as we continue creating space for faith-filled conversations about calling, creativity, entrepreneurship, leadership, and the courage to follow where God is leading.

What happens when the labels others place on us become the identity we begin to believe?

In this deeply honest conversation, we sit down with Daniel Curtis as he shares the journey from a lonely, misunderstood child to someone who found the courage to step onto stages, speak to thousands, and help others discover their own voice. Together, we explore how rejection, bullying, abandonment, and the need for acceptance quietly shape our lives—and how healing begins when we stop believing the lies we've carried for years.

Daniel opens up about growing up feeling different, constantly adapting himself to earn love and friendship, only to realize he was losing sight of who God created him to be. We talk about the hidden impact of childhood wounds, the danger of living according to labels instead of truth, and why boundaries, authentic relationships, and honest self-reflection are essential for lasting transformation.

You'll also hear practical tools Daniel uses every day—including his simple but powerful Mood • Mission • Action framework—to interrupt negative thinking, take the next faithful step, and build momentum toward healing.

Most importantly, this episode reminds us that our worth has never been determined by other people's opinions. We don't have to stay trapped by fear, shame, or the expectations we've carried for years. Freedom begins when we choose truth over labels, faith over fear, and obedience over perfection.

Whether you've struggled with rejection, questioned your value, or simply long to find your voice again, we pray this conversation encourages you to keep walking toward the person God has always created you to be.

Break Free Blueprint (Today's Takeaway)

When old labels begin to speak, answer them with truth—not feelings.

This week:

Notice one limiting belief you've been carrying.
Write it down.
Challenge it with what's actually true.
Ask God for the courage to take the next right step, not the next hundred.
Remember: small acts of obedience create lasting transformation.

Freedom rarely arrives all at once—it grows one faithful step at a time.

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Let's keep choosing faith over fear, purpose over perfection, and freedom over shame—together.

We often think of the birth of a child as a fresh start—a blank slate of health and comfort. But what if many of the "normal" struggles we see in newborns, from colic to restless sleep, are actually cries of physical pain rooted in the womb? Today, we are joined once again by Ken Moench, author of the groundbreaking new book Every Baby Hurts.

Ken shares the powerful story of how his own grandchildren led him to a world-changing realization: the cramped quarters of the womb create "pre-birth postural deficits" that babies carry into the world. We explore how these hidden tensions don't just affect infants—they follow us into adulthood, manifesting as chronic pain, anxiety, and even depression. This conversation is a gentle invitation to stop normalizing discomfort and start seeking the "optimal" healing that God intended for our bodies, from our very first breath to the present day.

Break Free Blueprint (Today’s Takeaway)
Audit the "Normal": This week, pay attention to the tension you’ve explained away as just "part of life" or "how I'm built." Bring those areas of chronic tightness to God in prayer, asking for discernment on whether you are settling for a "normal" state of pain instead of the "optimal" state of freedom He has for you.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Pain and Healing
01:45 The Genesis of 'Every Baby Hurts'
10:12 Understanding Pre-Birth Postural Deficits
16:52 The Connection Between Physical and Mental Trauma
20:04 Practical Advice for New Parents and Caregivers
24:15 The Challenges of New Parenthood
27:03 Understanding Infant Pain and Sleep Patterns
32:59 The Medical Community's Perspective on Infant Pain
37:40 The Importance of Knowledge in Health Decisions
48:47 The Long-Term Effects of Infant Pain
01:01:12 The Healing Power of Understanding and Empathy

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What if the path you’ve built… isn’t the one God is asking you to walk next?

In this conversation, we sit with Lisa Marie Garcia—former tech CEO turned faith-led publisher—and trace the winding road that led her from control to complete surrender. From leading enterprise-level clients like Nike and NASA to standing in worship with open hands, asking God a risky question—“Which path do You want for me?”—Lisa shares what happened when heaven answered clearly.

And it wasn’t subtle.

Through unexpected closed doors, a complete industry pivot, and a calling she didn’t plan, Lisa reveals what it looks like to be held, guided, and reshaped by God over time. We talk about the courage it takes to step into the unknown, the transferable gifts we often overlook, and why obedience rarely comes with a perfect plan.

This episode is for the one standing at the fence—wondering if they’re ready, qualified, or prepared.

You may not feel ready. But you might already have everything you need.

Break Free Blueprint (Today’s Takeaway)
If God is stirring something in you—move.

Don’t wait for clarity, confidence, or perfect timing.
Start with what you have, trust what He’s placed in you, and take the next step in obedience.

Clarity comes as you go.

Chapters
00:00 The Call to Purpose
06:08 Journey of Transformation
11:57 Entrepreneurial Spirit and Risk Taking
17:46 The Transition to Publishing
24:05 Navigating the Publishing Landscape
29:56 The Future of Print in a Digital World
32:44 The Importance of Authentic Branding
35:07 Quality Over Quantity in Publishing
38:20 Defining Success in Book Launches
40:34 The Interplay of Public Speaking and Writing
42:49 Navigating the TEDx Experience
46:04 Embracing Opportunities and Overcoming Fear
49:24 Taking Action on Your Calling
52:17 Lessons from Closed Doors
55:33 Recognizing Industry Shifts
59:15 The Courage to Start

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You can also connect with Lisa Marie Garcia at:
• Website: lizamariegarcia.com
• LinkedIn: Liza Marie Garcia

If you’ve ever felt like your marketing is a constant cycle of trying, stopping, and starting over again… you’re not alone. We’ve seen it time and time again—business owners caught in the noise, chasing the next best thing, wondering why nothing seems to stick.

In this final Creative Spark of our How Marketing Works series, we invite you into a different way.

Because the truth is, marketing was never meant to feel chaotic. It was never meant to be a collection of random efforts, disconnected campaigns, or short bursts of hope followed by disappointment. What you’re really longing for is something deeper—something steady. A system.

We talk about what it looks like to move from reacting to building… from guessing to understanding… from scattered to connected. A system doesn’t just ask, “Did this work?” It asks, “Is this building momentum?”

And maybe most importantly, we remind you—you’re not meant to carry all of this alone. Your calling is to be excellent at what you do, to serve well, to show up with integrity. Marketing is simply the bridge that connects that calling to the people you’re meant to reach.

So if you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of what to do next… this is your moment. Not to do more—but to see differently.

Because when you begin to see marketing as a system, something shifts. It stops feeling random… and starts becoming reliable.

Break Free Blueprint (Today’s Takeaway)
Pause before you pivot.

Instead of asking, “What should I try next?”
Ask, “What part of my system is missing?”

Return to clarity:

• Who are you called to serve?
• Where are they?
• What message truly resonates?
• Where might they be slipping away?

Build with intention, not urgency—and trust God with the momentum.

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Subscribe, share this episode with someone who feels stuck in their marketing, and continue walking this journey with us as we pursue bold, faith-filled creativity together.

We’re here to educate, equip, and walk alongside you.

We know how easy it is to sit in that tension—spending money on marketing and quietly asking, “Is this even working?” If you’ve ever felt that, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, we gently challenge the way most of us have been taught to measure success. Because the truth is, when we only look at sales, leads, and revenue, we’re only seeing the tip of the iceberg. We miss the quiet, faithful work happening beneath the surface—the impressions, the trust, the relationships, the moments that prepare a heart to say “yes.”

We walk through what it looks like to shift from return on investment to return on impact. To begin seeing marketing not as a quick transaction, but as a long, relational journey rooted in trust, consistency, and service.

Together, we explore the unseen layers that actually move your business forward—being seen by the right people, building credibility, showing up as a trusted resource, and creating meaningful engagement that lingers long before a purchase is made.

Because people don’t buy when we’re ready… they buy when they’re ready.

And when we learn to honor that timing, everything changes. The pressure lifts. The second-guessing fades. And we begin to see marketing for what it truly is—an investment in people, in relationships, and in the long-term impact we’re called to make.

If you’ve been standing at the fence, wondering if your efforts matter… this is your invitation to see the full story.

Break Free Blueprint (Today’s Takeaway)
Redefine ROI as Return on Impact.

Instead of asking, “Did this make me money today?”

Ask:
• Am I being seen by the right people?
• Am I building trust and engagement?
• Am I serving before I sell?

Measure the leading indicators faithfully—and trust that the results will follow in time.

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