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Heaven in Business Podcast

Heaven in Business Podcast

By: Andy & Janine Mason
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Life can be messy. The first step to successfully navigating faith, family and business is an authentic conversation. Andy and Janine Mason get real and raw sharing personal stories, insights, mistakes and lessons learned on his journey with God. Andy tackles the tough topics, including: - Purpose - Hearing from God - Relationships - Decisions - Leadership - Risk - Rejection and promotion - Growth - Success and failure... And much more!© 2026 Copyright 2026. All rights reserved. Economics Personal Development Personal Success Spirituality
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  • 350. The Hidden Cost of Your Head-Trash
    Jun 24 2026
    Are you tired of the negative thoughts constantly running through your head? In this episode of Heaven in Business, Janine Mason shares a practical tool that has transformed her own life and helped countless others overcome self-doubt, anxiety, overwhelm, and the exhausting cycle of negative self-talk. Janine opens up about her personal struggles with insecurity, fear, and self-criticism, then reveals a simple process for engaging with Scripture in a way that changes how you think, feel, and respond to life's challenges. Read the blog here: Heaveninbusiness.com/blog Whether you're facing uncertainty at work, feeling overwhelmed by responsibilities, struggling to hear God, or simply exhausted from battling discouraging thoughts, this episode will equip you with a practical framework for renewing your mind and regaining your energy. You'll learn how to: • Recognize when "head trash" is draining your energy • Find relevant Scripture for your situation • Ask transformational questions that renew your thinking • Replace anxiety with truth • Partner with God in everyday decisions • Walk with greater hope, peace, and confidence Next Steps: 1. Take five minutes right now to do this simple exercise. Then share this post with a friend you know would benefit from also believing the scripture is actually true. Finally, send us a testimony of what changes in and around you as a result: janine@heaveninbusiness.com 2. If you want to access more tools like this to help you grow in your walk with God, fully express your calling in the workplace, and connect with others just like you, join us at an upcoming in-person event: Heaven in Business Upcoming Events 3. If you haven’t already subscribed to receive these posts sent to you weekly, enter your email here: Weekly Insights Timestamps 00:00 – Why Head Trash Is Draining Your Energy 00:45 – The Hidden Cost of Negative Self-Talk 01:28 – Every Person in the Room Had the Same Struggle 02:02 – My Journey from Zero Confidence to Freedom 03:31 – The Battle Nobody Saw Behind the Scenes 04:02 – The Question God Asked Me: “What If the Bible Is True?” 05:28 – Moving from Knowing Scripture to Believing Scripture 06:04 – 2 Peter 1:3: Everything You Need Has Already Been Given 06:49 – Overwhelmed, Exhausted, and Moving States 07:47 – Stopping Anxiety Mid-Stride 08:29 – How Truth Restores Energy 09:24 – James 4:8: Draw Near to God 10:11 – Looking for a Feeling Instead of Trusting His Word 10:57 – The Day God Challenged My Assumptions 11:43 – What Changes When You Believe the Scripture Is True? 12:04 – God’s Wisdom vs. My Best Ideas 13:17 – Hearing God During Strategic Planning 14:44 – Coaching Someone Through Hopelessness 15:36 – The Question That Changes Everything 16:15 – The Simple Tool for Defeating Head Trash 16:56 – Step 1: Recognize the Energy Drain 17:29 – Step 2: Find a Scripture 17:56 – Step 3: Ask, “What If This Is Really True?” 18:42 – Step 4: Write It Down and Live It Out 19:09 – Psalm 84: He Withholds No Good Thing 20:01 – Where Is Your Energy Being Drained? 21:06 – Final Encouragement and Upcoming Events
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    20 mins
  • 349. AI Without Outsourcing Your Soul: How to Use the Tools Without Losing Your Voice
    Jun 17 2026

    Can AI help you grow your business without compromising your voice?

    In Part 2 of Andy Mason's conversation with marketing expert and bestselling author Ray Edwards, they explore one of the biggest questions facing business leaders today: How do you use AI and marketing tools without outsourcing your thinking, conviction, or identity?

    Ray shares practical insights from his own experience using AI, including why faster content doesn't always mean better communication and how leaders can maintain agency while leveraging powerful tools.

    Read the blog here: heaveninbusiness.com/blog

    You'll also learn Ray's proven PASTOR Framework for ethical marketing and communication, a simple structure that helps people make informed decisions without manipulation or pressure.

    In this episode, you'll discover:

    • How AI can amplify your message without replacing your voice
    • Why speed is not the same as wisdom
    • The hidden dangers of outsourcing your thinking
    • How to maintain ownership of your content and convictions
    • Ray Edwards' PASTOR Framework for ethical persuasion
    • Why Kingdom leaders must steward technology instead of worshiping or rejecting it

    Connect with Ray Edwards: RayEdwards.com

    Next Steps:

    1. Sign up for the Dallas Heaven in Business Conference: Heaven in Business Dallas Conference
    2. Join the Word at Work: 30- Day Rhythm
    3. Subscribe for weekly insights: heaveninbusiness.com/newsletters/weekly-insights/subscribe
    4. Join us at an upcoming event: heaveninbusiness.com/events
    5. Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@heaveninbusiness
    6. Share this with someone you know who will be challenged and encouraged.
    TIMESTAMPS & CHAPTERS

    00:00 AI, Marketing, and the Battle for Your Voice

    01:22 Can AI Replace Human Creativity?

    01:59 The Hidden Problem with AI Content

    03:18 Why AI Often Tells You What You Want to Hear

    04:36 Testing AI: Challenge and Critique the Output

    04:57 Using Podcast Transcripts, Blogs, and AI

    05:45 Why AI Turns Everything Into "Mayonnaise"

    06:21 A Better Workflow for Business Leaders

    07:13 Speed vs. Wisdom

    07:55 How AI Can Quietly Replace Your Voice

    08:33 Maintaining Ownership of Your Thinking

    09:32 Introduction to the PASTOR Framework

    10:15 P – Person, Problem, and Pain

    11:36 A – Aspirations and Amplifying Consequences

    13:08 S – Story of Struggle and Success

    14:12 T – Transformation and Testimony

    15:04 O – Offer

    15:54 R – Response

    16:12 Marketing as Shepherding, Not Manipulation

    16:55 Practical First Steps for Business Leaders

    17:37 Resources: How to Write Copy That Sells

    18:14 Introducing ClarityScribe AI

    19:44 Don't Worship the Tools. Don't Reject the Tools.

    20:11 Final Thoughts and Next Steps

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    20 mins
  • 348. Marketing Without Manipulation: How to Multiply Your Message Without Losing Your Soul
    Jun 10 2026

    Can you grow your business without becoming manipulative?

    In this powerful conversation, Andy Mason sits down with marketing expert, entrepreneur, and bestselling author Ray Edwards to explore the tension between persuasion, integrity, and influence.

    Together they tackle questions every Kingdom business leader faces:

    • Is marketing inherently manipulative?
    • How do you promote what you do without losing authenticity?
    • What's the difference between persuasion and control?
    • How should Christians approach AI and emerging technology?
    • How do you scale your message without outsourcing your voice?

    Ray shares lessons from nearly three decades of copywriting and marketing, including why he walked away from manipulation-based sales techniques and what he learned about serving people with integrity.

    Read the blog here: heaveninbusiness.com/blog

    The core message is simple:

    Don't reject the tools. Don't worship the tools. Let God shape the person holding the tools.

    Whether you're building a business, leading a team, creating content, or exploring AI, this conversation will help you grow with wisdom, character, and Kingdom purpose.

    Connect with Ray Edwards: RayEdwards.com

    Next Steps:

    1. Sign up for the Dallas Heaven in Business Conference: Heaven in Business Dallas Conference
    2. Join the Word at Work: 30- Day Rhythm
    3. Subscribe for weekly insights: heaveninbusiness.com/newsletters/weekly-insights/subscribe
    4. Join us at an upcoming event: heaveninbusiness.com/events
    5. Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@heaveninbusiness
    6. Share this with someone you know who will be challenged and encouraged.
    TIMESTAMPS & CHAPTERS

    00:00 Introduction: Marketing, AI, and Integrity

    01:25 Meet Ray Edwards: Copywriting, Marketing & Influence

    03:24 From Radio Broadcaster to Marketing Expert

    05:00 Ray's Early Fascination with AI

    05:59 Don't Reject the Tools—Don't Worship the Tools

    07:08 When Persuasion Becomes Manipulation

    08:51 Why Some Christians Avoid Marketing

    10:15 Business Is a Spiritual Activity

    11:02 Solving Problems and Serving People

    12:12 Is Your Business Worth Multiplying?

    13:00 Marketing as Stewardship, Not Self-Promotion

    14:00 Why Character Matters More Than Strategy

    15:30 What AI Actually Amplifies

    16:45 The Importance of Hearing God in Business

    18:10 Leading With Service Instead of Control

    20:11 The High-Ticket Sales Example That Changed Everything

    21:42 Trust Creates Better Results Than Pressure

    21:54 How to Recognize Manipulative Marketing

    22:17 Jesus' Model of Transparent Communication

    22:49 Part 2 Preview: AI, Influence, and Stewarding Your Voice

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    24 mins
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