iWork4Him PowerThought

Prepping for work each day, chug your coffee and take a short swig of workplace inspiration with the iWork4Him PowerThoughts. Hosts Jim & Martha Brangenberg give you a 1-minute daily challenge to live out your faith at work. Each episode is designed to kick off your day with an idea you can put into practice as soon as you get to work. The iWork4Him PowerThoughts are focused on helping you to recognize that your workplace IS your mission field. Catch new episodes every Weekday.

Your Renewed “Why” 01/23/2026

Your Renewed “Why” Have you ever worked for a company or organization with a toxic workplace culture – the kind that not only make it unpleasant for the employees but also for customers and clients? On the flipside, have you ever worked for a place where the culture was so positive that employees stayed for years and customers and clients became friends and partners? Dee Ann Turner, an expert on stewarding talent, says that “culture is the soul of the organization.” And incredible culture is fostered by a sense of purpose. In other words, a healthy workplace culture requires a “why.” Why do we go to work? Why do we do what we do? And what value is it to the people we are doing it for? As Christ-followers we already have a purpose, no matter what job or position we hold! Our purpose is to share Jesus with the world – including the people we work with! /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39561095

Put God in Control of Your Anger 01/22/2026

Put God in Control of Your Anger As Christ-followers, our witness can become compromised when we act or speak out of a place of anger and frustration that leads us to wrongfully blame, shame, or hurt someone else. Romans 12:2 says, “Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you THINK. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” But how do we change the way we think when we are cut off in traffic, passed over for a promotion, or hurt by someone’s words? Ford Taylor from Transformational Leadership suggests this practice: when you’re angry, pause and write down your thoughts. Then, write next to them what kind of thoughts God wants you to have for the situation or person. This puts GOD back in control rather than your circumstances or the people around you. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39561060

Actions Speak Louder 01/21/2026

Actions Speak Louder Have you ever worked for a company or organization with a toxic workplace culture – the kind that not only made it unpleasant for the employees but also for customers and clients? On the flipside, have you ever worked for a place where the culture was so positive that employees stayed for years and customers and clients became friends and partners? Dee Ann Turner, an expert on stewarding talent, says that “culture is the soul of the organization.” And incredible culture is built through core values that are demonstrated – not just stated. Like the old adage says: actions speak louder than words. As Christ-followers we already have a given set of core values! BUT are you demonstrating those core values at work? Remember, the WAY that you work is equally as influential to your testimony as what you say you believe! /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39561035

A Force for Positive Change 01/20/2026

A Force for Positive Change Have you ever worked for a company or organization with a toxic workplace culture – the kind that not only made it unpleasant for the employees but also for customers and clients? On the flipside, have you ever worked for a place where the culture was so positive that employees stayed for years and customers and clients became friends and partners? Dee Ann Turner, an expert on stewarding talent, says that “culture is the soul of the organization.” What does the soul of your current workplace look like and how can you become a force for positive change within it? If you’re a manager, CEO, or leader – think of ways to foster a Christ-like culture in your area of impact. If you’re an employee – think of one way to be a positive light to your coworkers and clients today. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39560985

Your God-Given Mission 01/19/2026

Your God-Given Mission Have you ever worked for a company or organization with a toxic workplace culture – the kind that not only made it unpleasant for the employees but also for customers and clients? On the flipside, have you ever worked for a place where the culture was so positive that employees stayed for years and customers and clients became friends and partners? Dee Ann Turner, an expert on stewarding talent, says that “culture is the soul of the organization.” And incredible culture is built through a challenging mission. This is the “what.” What are we trying to achieve? What is the end goal? Whatever the mission of our current team or department, we also have an ultimate mission as Christ-followers! God has commissioned us to bring the lost and hurting to Him – including your bosses, coworkers, and employees. How are you living out your God-given mission at work? /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39560930

Work with All Your Heart 01/16/2026

Work with All Your Heart Do you want God to unlock His purpose for you in your work? As you execute the first 4 steps of the iWork4Him Nation Covenant: Praying for, serving, befriending, and praying with others, remember your work behavior is important. The final step of the iWork4Him Nation Covenant is to be someone of excellence in your work. Be the best and brightest example of a worker in your workplace position. Excellence makes your behavior believable and your faith real. Excellence gives you a platform for sharing your faith. As a Jesus Follower, everything about us should be changing, and everyone around you should be benefiting from your faith, whether they believe in Jesus yet, or not. Colossians 3:23 says, “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.” /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39560835

Pray Together 01/15/2026

Pray Together Does God care for the people you work with? Of course, He does. In step 4 of the iWork4Him Nation Covenant, look for opportunities to pray with others. When you continually work alongside the same people, you know their typical manners and facial expressions. When you notice someone having an off day, ask them, “How are you doing?” when they say “I’m Fine,” keep asking, “ No really, how are you doing? I noticed you looked a little down today” then wait and be QUIET. When they have shared what is on their heart, ask, “Can I pray with you about that, right now?” I have never had someone say “No” when I followed these steps. Matthew 18:20 says, “For where two or three gather together as my followers, I am there among them.” When you pray, you are opening the door for them to meet your savior. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39560785

Break Down Walls 01/14/2026

Break Down Walls Do you want to see your workplace as a mission field? In step 3 of the iWork4Him Nation Covenant, we encourage you to befriend your co-workers or employees outside of the office. Why? Our work relationships are work focused and can be shallow. When you build friendships on your own turf, outside of work, real relationships develop. When you let someone into your world, it breaks down walls. Breaking down walls builds trust. Eventually, they will trust you when you share your Jesus story, the work He has done in your life. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 says, “Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. 10 If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble”….Be a real friend to someone today. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39560730

Serve Above and Beyond 01/13/2026

Serve Above and Beyond Do you want to see your workplace transformed and have God unlock His purpose for you in your work? Step two of the iWork4Him Nation Covenant helps transform your workplace mindset into a mission-focused workplace ministry mindset. Start looking for ways to serve your co-workers, bosses, and/or employees outside your job requirements. Why? Anyone can do a job that meets expectations, but how many people help others meet or exceed expectations? When you go out of the way to help others at work with a stressful project or a mundane responsibility, you open up a door of ministry opportunity. Galatians 5:13-14 says For you have been called to live in freedom… use your freedom to serve one another in love. 14 For the whole law can be summed up in this one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39560710

Pray by Name 01/12/2026

Pray by Name Do you want to see your workplace transformed and have God unlock His purpose for you in your work? I thought so. Step one of the iWork4Him Nation Covenant is the most powerful step you can take at work to transform your workplace and your heart. Prayer - Start praying for those you work alongside every day. Pray for your co-workers, bosses, and employees by name. You can even pray for their spouses and kids. After you have done this for a few months, have a conversation like this “Hey, I have been praying for you, is there anything I can pray about specifically?” 1 Timothy 2:1 says, “I urge you, first of all, to pray for all people. Ask God to help them; intercede on their behalf, and give thanks for them. “ Start Praying today and watch the transformation begin. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39560670

Live Life in God’s Power 01/09/2026

Live Life in God’s Power 1 Corinthians 6:19 says, “do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is IN YOU, whom you have received from God?” Whoa! Think about that for a moment: the Holy Spirit… the very presence of God… lives INSIDE of our bodies! How crazy is THAT! The God of the universe has taken up residence inside of us, where He not only guides us as a wise counselor but also intercedes on our behalf and empowers us to carry out the good works prepared in advance for us. If God lives in us, and works through us, then it makes sense that our lives should demand a supernatural explanation! Are you living life in your own power or in God’s power? Take a moment today and pray that the Holy Spirit would do something through you that you couldn’t possibly do on your own! – something that demands a supernatural explanation. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39560610

Gratitude Over Comparison 01/08/2026

Gratitude Over Comparison Why is it that the grass always looks greener on the other side? Well, in today’s world it’s because the grass probably has a photo filter on it! Did you know that the average person spends two and a half hours scrolling through social media per day?! That’s more time than it takes to workout, make dinner, and clean the house! This constant access to the edited highlights of our friends’ and coworkers’ lives leads us to compare, compare, compare. But Proverbs 4:27 says, “Do not turn to the right or the left, keep your foot from evil.” Looking too much at the filtered lives of those around us can lead to jealousy, discontentment, resentment, and envy. So, instead of going on your phone or tablet and comparing your life to your neighbors’ vacation photos, take a moment today to stop and thank God for the blessings in your own life! /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39560585

God’s Best and HIghest 01/07/2026

God’s Best and HIghest What’s the difference between believing IN God and trusting God? A San Antonio business owner got to find out, when he had to choose between going to work on Wall Street as a fat cat, or listen to God, and chose what’s best for his family. In Matthew 6:33 God advises us to “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.” In the midst of your business decision making today, are you seeking first the Kingdom of God? Are you seeking God first vs. YOUR success? Your TEAM’s success? The BIGGER sale? The LARGER profit? You’re invited to seek God’s best and highest first, as your go about your work today. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39560540

Seek Out God’s Story 01/06/2026

Seek Out God’s Story Chuck Proudfit -- founder of the ministry At Work on Purpose -- told us on a recent show, “to start thinking like a journalist...” What does that mean? And what exactly do journalists do? Well, they find where the story is, and then they join it! And like journalists, we, as Christ-followers, have the opportunity to find what God is doing and join him! Ephesians 2:10 in the Message Translation says, “God creates each of us by Christ Jesus to join him in the work he does, the good work he has gotten ready for us to do, work we had better be doing.” Are you a spiritual journalist - seeking out God’s story? Take a moment today and ask the LORD what he is up to in your office, in your home, or in your neighborhood. Then pray about how you how you can join in His good works! /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39560505

Be Open to God’s 2026 Plans 01/05/2026

Be Open to God’s 2026 Plans When I graduated from high school, I had my life all planned out. For years I had felt God calling me into ministry, so naturally I planned to attend Seminary…. But then God asked me to take a right turn in my vocation - He asked me to go into business. At the time I didn’t understand how I could feel called to ministry AND the marketplace, but today I can look back and see that all those years WERE ministry and that he was laying the groundwork for iWork4Him. Isaiah 55:8 says, “My thoughts are nothing like your thoughts…And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine.” We don’t have the big picture, but GOD DOES! So, how about you? Are you saying NO or NEVER to something that God is asking you to consider? Try removing the word NEVER from your prayer life – and see what God does. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39560440

Set Your Sights on Dec. 31st 01/02/2026

Set Your Sights on Dec. 31st It’s day two of the new year. Have you prepared yourself for shifting your mindset from thank God it’s Friday to thank God it’s Monday. You’ve been given a lifetime on this planet to experience God, surrender to Jesus and to be a blessing to those around you wherever you may go. This race is not a sprint. It is a marathon.  As you enter 2026 set your sights on next December 31 with one goal in mind: Loving God and Loving your neighbor. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39350010

Happy (Re) New Year! 01/01/2026

Happy (Re) New Year! Welcome to the New Year. 2026 is fresh, barely a few hours old and you have a chance to set a new high standard for the way you live out your faith in your work. The way you allow your faith to impact everyone around you. Ask the Holy Spirit to renew a right spirit in you today And do that every day as you celebrate 2026 and see the difference it makes in your attitudes and actions. Happy New Year. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39349960

Realignment, Reconsideration, and Recommitment 12/31/2025

Realignment, Reconsideration, and Recommitment New Year’s Eve is a time for realignment, reconsideration, and recommitment to the faith you proclaim every Sunday and attempt to live out Monday through Saturday.  What is one thing you would like to see God do through and in you in 2026? May the year 2026 be the year where your breakout faith meets the needs of those God surrounds you with at work and at home. Happy New Year. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39349905

Release the Bad 12/30/2025

Release the Bad If you are like me, there are likely a few things that happened in 2025 that you would like to forget. Things that were a burden to you, failures you experienced and things that felt out of your control. These are in the past now. In Christ there is no living in shame or regret. There is only today. Yesterday is a learning experience, today is a prep for tomorrow. Release the troubles of 2025 into the very capable hands of our heavenly Father and look forward to what He has for you in 2026. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39349860

Remembering 2025 12/29/2025

Remembering 2025 As we face the ending of another year, it is always good for our soul to look back and see all that God did for us, with us and through us, especially as we lived out our faith at work. In the Old Testament they stacked stones to remind them of God’s awesome power and delivery. Take time to stack some memory stones for 2025. Remember and share all that Our Heavenly Father has done so you are ready for all He will do in 2026. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39349700

Your Work is a Gift 12/26/2025

Your Work is a Gift Merry Christmas. Have you ever thought about your work as a gift?  Not just being grateful that you have a job/career/business and that it in itself is a gift, but what about the work that you do. Can that be a gift too? It’s hard to imagine somedays but we impact somebody every day with our work. It may be a customer or an employee of the company you work with or an owner/stockholder. Any way you look at it, the way you do your work can be a gift to someone. Wrap your work gift in excellence this year as an act of worshiping the Newborn King! /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39349630

A Christmas Light 12/25/2025

A Christmas Light Merry Christmas. One of Jim’s favorite iWork4Him sayings is this “As a Jesus Follower, everything about you should be changing and everyone around you should be benefiting from your faith whether they believe in Jesus or not, that’s the kingdom.” Jesus Said you are the Light of the World, a city on a hill that cannot be hidden. This Christmas practice being a light to everyone who is shrouded in darkness. That is a gift everyone can receive. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39349490

Almost Better Than Chocolate 12/24/2025

Almost Better Than Chocolate Merry Christmas! As you wrap up all the gifts you are giving this year, let us challenge you. Perhaps this year you can find a way to wrap up Love and Joy and Peace. Perhaps you can find a way to send a card with Patience, Kindness and Goodness written in a note. Maybe even at your Workplace Christmas party you can display Gentleness, Faithfulness and Self Control. These are the gifts that really matter and really last. You can be the present that keeps on giving all year long. Almost better than Chocolate! /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39349430

Jesus Came to Restore 12/23/2025

Jesus Came to Restore Merry Christmas, one of the things Jim and I say all the time on the iWork4Him Podcast is Jesus came to restore all things, All the things that were lost in the garden when Adam and Eve turned their backs on our Father. Because of Jesus we can see our Physical, Spiritual and Emotional Health redeemed and restored. No Christmas Present can do all that. You are a gift to everyone around you as you experience this redemption and restoration. Give yourself away this Christmas. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39349360

God’s Nearness in the Ordinary 12/22/2025

God’s Nearness in the Ordinary Merry Christmas from Martha and I, so often Christmas is distracting and we get off focus on what the whole season of celebration is about. God came in His physical presence to transform our world and our thinking. Just like Adam and Eve walked regularly in the garden in the cool of the day, Jesus came so that we can walk with Him by our side in the ordinary of every day. Think about it, Our God who created everything wants to walk with you in your whole life, including your work. Now that is a Christmas Present for sure. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39349330

Get on the School Board, Not the Sidelines 12/19/2025

Get on the School Board, Not the Sidelines Every year, people are elected to the local boards of education in your area. How many of them are believers? Less than 10%. Getting on the local school Board of Education does not require a degree; it requires a willingness and obedience to a call from God. As believers, we have walked away from the public school system for far too long, and it is time to take a stand and get involved where possible. The kids of this next public school generation need you. We celebrate you believers who are on your local school Board of Education. You are not alone, but there are far too few of you. Please consider running for your local school Board of Education and serve on a mission field that desperately needs an intervention from God. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39186980

God Hasn’t Left the Schools 12/18/2025

God Hasn’t Left the Schools Christ-following Principals, Vice Principals, Guidance Counselors, and office staff within the public school system serve in a massive mission field. So many in their profession have been misguided and deceived to believe that God has no place in the public schools and that in fact, He does not exist. The religion taught in our public schools today is humanism – a religion as old as Noah. We celebrate those believers who venture off to their public school administrative jobs today. Take heart, you are not alone, and God has not been kicked out of the public schools because YOU ARE THERE, and He is there in YOU. Maybe you are listening today and feel called to join your brothers and sisters in this challenging mission field. Great. You are desperately needed on the mission field of the public school system. Never underestimate the power of obedience in a believer's heart to respond to God's call. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39186850

Student Missionaries Among Us 12/17/2025

Student Missionaries Among Us We often think of missionaries as people who have graduated from college or seminary and being sent off overseas. I define the word missionary as someone who is a follower of Jesus who has been sent into a field of people who are lost and hopeless and need to meet Jesus. The public school system is such a mission field. Our students who know and love Jesus are the missionaries sent behind enemy lines to bring Jesus to their fellow students. We celebrate these students today and pray for them because their workplace is the education place. Their workplace involves desks and learning and studying. Their mission field surrounds them in every classroom, at every lunch table, and in every gym class. Can you take time today to Encourage a local student missionary? /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39186785

Teachers on the Frontlines 12/16/2025

Teachers on the Frontlines I know that many of you have been told that in order to serve as a missionary, you need to go overseas. No way. The mission field of the public school system is monstrous. Teachers who enter the classroom every day serve as missionaries and representatives of God at every education level in America. This mission field is under attack. And it's been under attack for over 60 years. Maybe More. There is a desperate need for more believers to set aside their comfort and become public school teachers willingly. Your faith is needed in classrooms of every type and subject. We celebrate those believers who serve as teachers in the public school system today, but we recognize they need more backup. Please consider joining the missionary team at a public school near you. The public school students in your community need to meet Jesus, and you may be their only hope. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39186760

Your School is a Mission Field 12/15/2025

Your School is a Mission Field What's the definition of a mission field? It is a place where lost and hopeless people live and work. The public school system is one massive mission field. Some incredible believers are teachers, aids, and administrators throughout the public school system, but we need more. God and the Bible have been weaseled out of every corner of our education system. But take heart: those of you serving in the mission field of the public school system are being prayed for today. Don't give up. The fields are ripe for harvest. More of you are desperately needed there to serve as teachers, aides, school board members, and administrators. So please pray for those serving in this battleground mission field and consider joining them in the fight for the souls of our public school students. /episode/index/show/iwork4himpowerpod/id/39186635

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