IL #656: Work and Shalom: 6 Reasons Why Your Job Truly Matters
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
Release Date: 09/15/2025
IL #656: Work and Shalom: 6 Reasons Why Your Job Truly Matters
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
Is your job just a way to make a living—or is it something more? In Episode #656, “Work and Shalom: 6 Reasons Why Your Job Truly Matters,” we explore the deep biblical and theological truth that your work is a sacred part of God’s mission in the world. Drawing from Genesis, the teachings of Jesus, and the concept of shalom—God’s vision of peace, wholeness, and flourishing—we uncover how ordinary jobs have extraordinary spiritual value. Whether you’re a mechanic, teacher, manager, technician, or barista, your role contributes to the restoration of God’s creation. In this...
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IL #655: 5 Powerful Principles of Shalom in Leadership
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
Is your job just a way to make a living—or is it something more? In Episode #656, “Work and Shalom: 6 Reasons Why Your Job Truly Matters,” we explore the deep biblical and theological truth that your work is a sacred part of God’s mission in the world. Drawing from Genesis, the teachings of Jesus, and the concept of shalom—God’s vision of peace, wholeness, and flourishing—we uncover how ordinary jobs have extraordinary spiritual value. Whether you’re a mechanic, teacher, manager, technician, or barista, your role contributes to the restoration of God’s creation. In this...
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IL #654: 5 Bible Characters Who Failed Tests: How to Avoid Their Mistakes
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
In this episode, Ron Kelleher examines five Bible characters who faced significant tests—and failed. But this isn’t just a walk through Scripture’s darker moments. It’s a leadership masterclass in what not to do when pressure rises, pride creeps in, or fear clouds judgment. From King Saul’s insecurity to the Israelites’ fear at the edge of the Promised Land, these stories reveal what happens when leaders lose sight of God’s guidance and fall victim to their circumstances. Each character serves as both a cautionary tale and a reflective mirror for modern-day Christian leaders....
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IL #653: The Difference Between Failure and Success: Leadership Lessons from John 21
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
In this episode, we explore a powerful leadership moment from John 21: the disciples, weary after a long night of fishing, caught nothing—until Jesus told them to cast their net on the other side. That small shift—just a few feet—transformed failure into overflowing success. For leaders today, the message is clear: God’s guidance often comes not in sweeping changes, but in simple, obedient shifts. You don’t always need a new plan, team, or strategy. Sometimes you just need to hear His voice and take one faithful step in a slightly different direction. Ron Kelleher unpacks key...
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IL #652: Turning God's Promises Into Prayers: A Leaders Guide
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
In this episode, Ron Kelleher explores the practical and spiritual power of praying God’s promises—especially for Christian leaders who feel the daily pressure of tough decisions, high stakes, and the weight of responsibility. Whether you’re navigating a challenge in your business, guiding your team through a hard season, or just feeling the weariness of leadership, this message will renew your perspective. God’s promises aren’t meant to sit on a shelf—they are tools to be used, anchors to be held, and lifelines to be prayed. You’ll learn: Why praying God’s promises...
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IL #651: Wisdom and Prudence: The Leadership Balance Every Christian Needs
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
Christian leadership calls for more than just knowing truth—it demands skillful application. In this episode, Ron explores two essential biblical traits every leader must integrate: wisdom and prudence. While wisdom discerns what is right, prudence determines when and how to act on that truth. Without prudence, even the wisest leader can do damage. Drawing from Scripture, Ron highlights the difference between chokmah (wisdom) and ormah (prudence) and shares real-world leadership examples—from boardroom blunders to biblical case studies like Joseph, Nehemiah, and Jesus. You’ll learn how...
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IL#650: He Makes Brave Those He Calls: Faith and Courage in the Workplace
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
Have you ever felt hesitant to live out your faith at work—worried you might offend, lose respect, or risk your job? If so, you're not alone—and you’re in good company. Scripture is filled with leaders who felt just like you. But God didn’t call them because they were bold—He made them brave. In this episode, Ron Kelleher explores the stories of Moses, Jeremiah, Esther, and Peter—leaders who were once reluctant, uncertain, or afraid, but became courageous because God equipped them. Through their journeys, we learn how God's presence transforms hesitation into bold obedience. Ron...
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IL #649: Fron Cultural Christian to Authentic Follower: A Leadership Awakening
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
Too often, Christian leaders find themselves coasting—living by habit, not conviction. Outwardly, everything looks fine: church attendance, leadership roles, and a respected title. But beneath the surface lies a shallow, cultural Christianity that lacks true transformation. In this powerful episode, Ron shares his personal journey from cultural Christian to authentic follower—and how that shift reshaped not just his personal walk with God, but every aspect of his leadership. Drawing from Revelation 3 and Peter’s transformation in Acts, this episode invites Christian leaders to examine...
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IL #648: Leadership Drift: How One Compromise Can Shipwreck Your Faith
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
Spiritual shipwreck doesn’t start with a storm—it starts with a drift. In this episode, we explore the subtle but dangerous reality of leadership drift—how small compromises can slowly erode a leader’s integrity, influence, and relationship with God. Using the story of King David in 2 Samuel 11, we trace the path from comfort to compromise, from compromise to cover-up, and ultimately, to collapse. David didn’t fall all at once. It began when he stayed behind—when kings went off to war. That one small decision started a series of spiritual missteps that cost him dearly. We’ll...
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IL #647: The Danger of Hypocrisy in Leadership
Inspired Leadership Podcast with Ron R. Kelleher
Leadership rises and falls on integrity. When leaders live authentically—when their walk matches their talk—people follow with trust. But when leaders wear masks and say one thing while doing another, the damage can be catastrophic. In this episode, we explore the sobering truth about hypocrisy in leadership and why authenticity must be non-negotiable for Christian leaders. Using the powerful contrast between Barnabas and Ananias & Sapphira from Acts 4–5, we unpack what it means to lead with sincerity, how hypocrisy erodes credibility, and why your private life must align with your...
info_outlineIs your job just a way to make a living—or is it something more? In Episode #656, “Work and Shalom: 6 Reasons Why Your Job Truly Matters,” we explore the deep biblical and theological truth that your work is a sacred part of God’s mission in the world.
Drawing from Genesis, the teachings of Jesus, and the concept of shalom—God’s vision of peace, wholeness, and flourishing—we uncover how ordinary jobs have extraordinary spiritual value. Whether you’re a mechanic, teacher, manager, technician, or barista, your role contributes to the restoration of God’s creation.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
- Why work is part of God’s original design, not a post-Fall punishment
- How every honest vocation, from janitor to CEO, contributes to human flourishing
- What Jesus’ years as a carpenter teach us about the dignity of labor
- How your job becomes a primary way to love your neighbor
- Why we’ll still work in the new creation—and what that means for today
- How your current role has eternal value when done with excellence and purpose
If you’ve ever wondered whether your work matters in God’s grand plan, this episode will reassure and equip you. You’re not just clocking in—you’re reflecting God’s character and participating in His restoration of the world.
Listen now and see how your work and shalom are beautifully intertwined.