My guest today is Terrence Scott, who is originally from Texas, but ended up in Missouri after pursuing football and a business degree in college. In the perfect combination of his passions, Terrence coaches football and basketball in Joplin, Missouri, while serving as worship leader at his church. Join us for more of Terrence’s story about how he serves the Lord through singing, writing, and producing worship music.

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• How Terrence turns to Romans 8:28 for strength, because “it reminds me of God’s love, goodness, and purpose for me”
• Terrence’s beginnings in music, football, and worship
• How God has grown Terrence’s passion for writing music
• Use the gifts you have and take the first step
• The power of a seed---even when the outcome is unknown
• What Terrence is learning about valuing people, communication, and the leading of the Holy Spirit
• A heart to serve, empower, and inspire people through music
• Living a sincere life that preaches the gospel
• Terrence’s biggest strength: to inspire, encourage, and sing
• The weakness inside his strength: communication and paying attention to small things
• What God is stirring now? “To know Him in a deeper way and do what He’s called me to do”
• A daily habit that contributes to his walk with Jesus? “Reading, studying, and praying every day”
• A recent book? The Richest Man Who Ever Lived by Steven K. Scott and Mentored by a Millionaire by Steven K. Scott
• Terrence’s advice to his younger self: “Start earlier. Don’t wait and don’t procrastinate. Believe in yourself and take a leap of faith.”
• Terrence’s parting advice: “Whatever’s in you that you constantly think about---you should do it. Go for your dreams.”

Resources:

The Richest Man Who Ever Lived by Steven K. Scott

Mentored by a Millionaire by Steven K. Scott

Find Terrence on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Youtube

Email Terrence: terrencescott@mail.com

Would you like to leave this world one day, knowing that you were really here? This is how today's guest, Matt Le, feels about his life. Not for his own benefit, but for the name of Jesus Christ. He loves everything about making people feel better, adding value to their lives and shifting their way of thinking. In fact, he'd like to dedicate his whole life to doing that the best way that he can. Listen in to find out about what he does.

Matt is an innovative entrepreneur in Motivational Speaking from Amarillo, Texas. He's the founder of Allergic To Average, a movement and a brand that grew out of his deep passion for empowering others to pursue their best selves and maximum potential. He's twenty four years old and he's been married to his high school sweetheart for five years. Listen in now to find out more about Matt and his way of empowering people.

Today, Matt talks to Jon about:

• An inspirational scripture that he's lived by for the last two years- Romans 12:2, about a new way of thinking.

• His journey- starting his brand Allergic To Average, who they deal with, what they focus on and why people love it.

• What the message that he shares through Allergic To Average looks like.

• What it really takes to be successful in business.

• How he reached his lowest point in his life and how God helped him to find his way back.

• Really believing in and trusting God.

• His biggest strength in the work he does with people.

•Consistency is key, however, it's hard to remain consistent.

•The biggest thing that God is stirring inside of him right now.

• Awakening the average to a new way of thinking.

• Co-creating - something that he's starting to promote a little more, with his brand.

•A book that Matt recommends- How To Think Like Einstein by Scott Thorpe.

•The advice that he'd give to a younger version of himself.

Welcome to the first edition of the new Are You Real Success Series! This segment of shows will feature Jody Holland and The Psyche of Success. Today is a different kind of episode as Jon gets together with his buddy, Jody Holland and they talk about some of the most important aspects of their life. They talk about success, both in their relationships, their families, and their businesses. They also discuss some lessons they learned along the way. Are You Real is branching out to give you some different types of content to help you in every aspect of your life. You’ll see more Psyche of Success Shows in the future!

Show Highlights:

• How to use your God-given gifts and talents to grow your business.
• What Jon feels like it means to love his wife the right way.
• Jon’s tip for married men to get more sex.
• Reframing the situation when you have conflict in your marriage.
• Jody’s measure of success - turns out it was a load of crap!
• Do what you love and the money will follow.
• How Jody overcomes the self-doubt.
• Jody’s secret sauce for success - stay within your gifts.
• How Jody overcomes the blues with a secret tactic in Barnes and Noble!
• Find out what keeps Jon and Jody awake at night.
• Faith, Family, Fitness, Finances, and Fun - how you can have more in your life.
• Learn about Jody’s marbles and goal setting!
• Find out what has made the biggest impact on Jon and Jody and their success in life and work.
• We are who we are and where we are because we have chosen to be here. 
• If you want to be someone else and somewhere else, it’s just a matter of making different choices.
• Whatever you want to be great at, do it regularly. 
• Why Jody did over 500 free Key Note speeches before he ever got paid for one.

Have you ever felt very successful and then everything falls apart? Maybe at the time, God was using this to grow your faith and trust in Him but you didn't realize it. That is exactly what God did for business-man Pete Sanchez. Listen to today’s episode to hear more about Pete and what God has done in his life. 

Show Highlights:

• How the things Pete did as a child built a strong foundation for him now 
• How a friend’s persistence helped Pete grow closer to God
• What happened to Pete when he became successful, then “crashed”
• What had to happen for Pete to realize that he needed God 
• When did Pete find what he felt he was created to do 
• How you can minister in business 
• How has the gospel changed Pete’s business perspective?
• Key points Pete found in the book of Acts
• What Pete would tell his younger self 

Resources:

How To Win Friends And Influence People by Dale Carnegie

Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki 

What is spiritual pride? Could it be affecting you? You would probably say no right away, and that's what Jeremy Shuck did when he was younger. Little did Jeremy know, that it would change his life. Join us to hear Jeremy's awesome story of his journey to ministry.

Jeremy’s Bio: 

Jeremy Shuck is one of those guys that just loves the presence of God and wants to throw a party for Jesus everywhere he goes. His favorite thing in the world is to talk about the Man-Jesus in a way that causes people to encounter the real God Who is kinder than they ever thought possible. He is a pastor at Upper Room Santa Barbara, part owner of a boutique hedge fund called Kings Crown Capitol, and Recording Artist.

What you'll hear in this episode: 

• Why Jeremy and his wife and kids left Dallas Texas
• Where Jeremy is at right now in his ministry
• What Jeremy's "life verse" is
• How do you "shine"?
• When and how Jeremy really get into ministry
• What is spiritual pride?
• Jeremy's story
• The spiritual leaders who helped Jeremy grow
• What Jeremy feel his biggest strength is
• What Jeremy's biggest weakness is
• What would Jeremy tell his younger self

Resources:

Jeremy Shuck  

The Unseen Realm - Micheal Heiser

Reversing Hermon - Micheal Heiser