Born into a godly and loving home, Dr. Pete grew up in church and gave his life to Christ at a young age. But while he loved the Lord and deeply desired to serve Him, throughout his formative years he realized that something important was missing from his relationship with Christ. “I did all the things that Christians do to cultivate intimacy with God,” he recalls. “I prayed and read my Bible regularly, I was involved in my church, and to the best of my ability I shared my faith with others. But there was still a void in my closeness to God that I couldn’t quite put my finger on.”

After graduating from Bethel University in Minnesota, where he met and married his wife Stephanie, Dr. Pete continued on to Northwestern Health Sciences University in Minneapolis, graduating in 2001 as a Doctor of Chiropractic. Little did he know that God was also subtly preparing him to serve Him in a way that he would have never thought possible.

Dr. Pete Sulack is the founder and majority owner of one of the largest clinics in North America.  His office has seen more than 1,000,000 patient visits over the last 13 years, validating his unique approach to health and wellness.

Dr. Pete actively treats patients traveling from around the world seeking his services.  His studies on the effects of stress, coupled with testimonials from patients and attention in medical communities have garnered him the title of “America’s Leading Stress Expert.”

Key Takeaways:

[4:07] How applying biblical principles to our lives frees us in so many ways

[8:46] How embracing your weakness can make you strong

[13:10] How you can rid yourself of anxiety and worry

Websites Mentioned:

www.matthew10.com
www.uha12.com

The Reverend Michael Dowd is an evolutionary theologian, bestselling author, and evangelist for Big History and an honorable relationship to the future. His 2009 book, Thank God for Evolution, was endorsed by 6 Nobel Prize-winning scientists, noted skeptics, and by religious leaders across the spectrum. His work has been featured in The NY Times, LA Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Newsweek, Discover, Wired, Skeptic, and on CBC, CNN, ABC News, and Fox News.

Michael and his wife, Connie Barlow, an acclaimed science writer and evolutionary educator (both climate hawks), permanently travel North America promoting the inspiring side of science, religious naturalism, and one-story spirituality. They've addressed some 2,000 religious and secular audiences since 2002 — from Catholic, Protestant, and Evangelical Christian churches, to Unitarians and freethinkers, to secular grade school, high school, and university students, to New Thought, Integral, and Eastern Spirituality groups.

Key Takeaways:

[6:06] How the Reverend's stance on climate change is different than most conservatives

[8:30] How we need to frame the climate change talk to get conservatives on board too

[14:16] If changing climates in various parts of the earth is really such a bad thing

[19:05] Whether or not evolution was random

Websites Mentioned:

www.thegreatstory.org
https://www.entheos.com/The-Future-is-Calling-Us-to-Greatness/entheos

De’Andre Salter is a dynamic visionary who possesses an insightful awareness of what people need to be empowered for spiritual and natural success. As Senior Pastor of The Tabernacle Church in South Plainfield, NJ, and the CEO of Professional Risk Solutions and other business ventures, he models how believers can use all of their abilities to prosper and expand the Kingdom of God. Under his leadership, The Tabernacle Church has grown very quickly. At the same time, his business has become one of the largest specialty insurance brokerages in the country, claiming some of the country’s most influential personalities and firms as clients. It is this duality, that has allowed Pastor D, as he is affectionately known at The Tabernacle Church, to serve faithfully in ministry without a salary.

Pastor D has earned a Masters degree in Biblical Studies from the King Seminary, associate
certificates from Oxford University and is working to complete his Ph.D. He's also author of the book "7 Wealth Building Secrets, Your Guide to Money and Meaning".

Key Takeaways:

[3:22] The bad reasons for building wealth and what question you have to ask yourself when you're pursuing something

[6:57] Using the bible as a financial resource

[10:57] How the history of church teachings (stemming from the monks) have led to a belief that poverty is a better solution than becoming rich

Websites Mentioned:

www.deandresalter.com

Jeff Barnes is a US Navy Veteran, and former Risk Manager for a Fortune 100 company. Jeff is currently the CEO of Self Directed Company, a financial and retirement education and consulting firm. His mission is to create a generation of financially independent individuals empowered to live a purpose-fulfilled life. He is an author, speaker, coach, and consultant.

As a corporate risk manager at a Global Fortune 100 firm, Jeff was called upon to drive technological and strategic change within a multi-million dollar business unit. His unique ability to analyze and implement strategic initiatives has helped to align business goals and objectives for eight and nine figure businesses.

Jeff has been working in the financial services and insurance industry since 2003 and has a propensity for viewing the world of finance and investing in an "outside the box" manner. As a thought-provoking leader in the financial services sector, Jeff has worked with executives at some of the world's largest insurance and financial services companies helping them to expand and fulfill their missions.

Although he has a penchant for driving corporate change, Jeff has a passion for helping individuals achieve true financial freedom. Jeff's book, "The Ultimate Guide to Self Directed Investing & Retirement Planning" became an instant best seller upon publication, and has helped countless individuals think differently about their financial future. He provides coaching and consulting in the areas of finance, investing, and retirement planning, and is always sure to stir up controversial yet stimulating conversations with his peers and other industry leaders.

Key Takeaways:

[5:17] The biggest advantages of self directed 401k plans

[9:35] How you can invest in real estate using your retirement plans, and how you CAN'T invest in real estate

[14:01] The no-no's of retirement investing

[18:27] How you can be a passive investor but still maintain control of the deal

[21:43] Jeff's road from financial planner to where he is today (with a stop at one of the companies most responsible for the financial crash)

[28:11] Why real estate investing is considered an "alternative investment" as opposed to "real investing" like stocks and bonds


Websites Mentioned:

www.selfdirected.com/book