EP 15| The Sailboat: Why God Lets Your Plans Fall Apart

In this episode of The Christian Business Podcast, Josiah shares a raw and honest story about a week that completely fell apart — and the surprising way God used it to reveal one of the most powerful lessons in his entrepreneurial walk.

After a campaign suddenly tanked due to unexpected Google changes, stress and frustration hit hard. But in the middle of the chaos, God used a mentor, a moment of prayer, and even a sailboat sitting on Josiah’s shelf to reframe everything.

This episode unpacks:
 • Why God sometimes lets your “perfect week” collapse
 • The deeper purpose behind seasons of struggle and uncertainty
 • What the sailboat analogy reveals about surrender, obedience, and divine direction
 • How God was moving behind the scenes in ways Josiah never could’ve orchestrated
 • A real story of how trials in business led someone on a team closer to Jesus
 • Why forcing your own plans (“rowing with your own strength”) leads to storms
 • How hoisting your sail — and letting God steer — brings freedom, clarity, and peace

If you’ve been grinding, stressing, or feeling overwhelmed in your business, this episode will remind you why relying on God is the only way to navigate the waters of entrepreneurship.

Perfect for Christian entrepreneurs who need a reset, a reminder, or a breath of hope.

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