Join me in Taupo, New Zealand, as I reflect on what we’re doing, observing, and learning during our working sabbatical. We explore shifts in New Zealand’s spiritual climate, key insights from hosting a Heaven in Business workshop, and biblical revelations from Exodus 28. Plus, discover practical takeaways for business, faith, and leadership.

Read the blog here: Heaveninbusiness.com/blog/Lessons-from-the-Road-Taupo-New-Zealand

🔹 Staying in peace during uncertainty
🔹 Building Kingdom-minded business communities
🔹 Hearing God through nature
🔹 Walking in our calling as priests and leaders

Timestamps:

00:00 – Welcome & Introduction

• Broadcasting from Taupo, New Zealand
• The beauty of Lake Taupo and surrounding nature
• Purpose of this working sabbatical

02:21 – What We’re Doing: A Recap

• Visiting family and reconnecting with loved ones
• Running and hiking in native bush
• Hosting a Heaven in Business workshop in Taupo
• Observing cultural and spiritual shifts

04:18 – Testimony: Holding Peace in Crisis

• A friend's orchard destroyed by a cyclone
• How staying in peace led to unexpected increase
• The power of speaking life over business situations

06:35 – Heaven in Business Workshop: Key Takeaways

• 42 business leaders gathered from across NZ
• Confirmation of the need for Kingdom business community
• Importance of facilitating connection and collaboration

09:00 – Observing a Shift in New Zealand’s Spiritual Climate

• Increased openness to faith conversations
• Generosity emerging where there was once small thinking
• Powerful testimony of a young leader investing in my niece

11:24 – Hearing God Through Nature

• How walking in native bush led to fresh revelation
• Slowing down to experience God outside of study
• Rediscovering the simplicity of connection with Him

13:50 – Scriptural Insight: Exodus 28 – Walking as a Kingdom Priest

• The priestly calling of leaders in business
• Carrying people in our hearts before God
• The significance of how we present ourselves

16:13 – Applying This to Business & Leadership

• The power of prayer and intercession for employees and teams
• Seeing business setbacks as opportunities for growth
• Dressing with excellence as a reflection of Kingdom identity

18:32 – Actionable Next Steps

1. Ask God who you are called to carry – Write down and pray over names.
2. Hold peace in uncertainty – Stay rooted and look for God’s solutions.
3. Facilitate connection – Create mastermind groups or business networks.
4. Engage with God in nature – Slow down and listen.
5. Represent well – Walk with Kingdom confidence in business and life.

21:00 – Looking Ahead: What’s Next?

• Traveling to Queenstown for a business retreat
• Hiking the Routeburn Track
• Continuing to observe what God is doing in this season

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In this episode, Andy Mason shares reflections from his working sabbatical in New Zealand, discussing insights on faith, business, connection, and hearing God. He unpacks key lessons from his travels, observations about culture, and powerful revelations from the book of Exodus.

Read the blog here: Heaveninbusiness.com/blog/lessons-from-the-road-a-journey-of-discovery-connection-and-hearing-god

00:01 – Welcome & Episode Introduction Andy introduces the episode from Taupo, New Zealand. Overview of his working sabbatical and what to expect in this episode.

02:22 – Travel & Observations in New Zealand Journey from Nashville, TN to New Zealand. First impressions: The country feels smaller, but the people seem bigger!

04:47 – Cultural Observations: The Impact of Safety vs. Risk Comparison between U.S. and New Zealand mindsets on ambition and safety. How a safety-driven culture can limit creativity and personal responsibility.

07:12 – The Beauty of the Outdoors & The Value of Slowing Down New Zealand’s national parks, hiking trails, and free access to nature. Reminder to slow down and enjoy God’s creation.

09:35 – Surrounding Yourself with Multiple Generations The danger of limiting vision by only engaging with people in the same life stage. Story of Don Finto (94 years old) and his approach to staying engaged with young people.

12:01 – Lessons from the Book of Exodus Moses’ journey from privilege to wilderness to calling. The significance of Jethro’s name: Overflow, abundance, and excellence. How limitations can be seasons of preparation.

14:26 – God’s Timing vs. Our Expectations Why did God wait 430 years to deliver Israel? Understanding divine patience and trusting God’s plan.

16:46 – Curiosity Unlocks Encounter The burning bush moment: Moses’ decision to turn aside and investigate. Staying curious as a key to hearing God.

19:14 – Encouragement for Those in the Wilderness Feeling overlooked or forgotten? God knows exactly where you are. What you’re learning now may be preparing you for the next season.

22:00 – Final Thoughts & Upcoming Events Takeaways: Risk, connection, multigenerational influence, and curiosity. Heaven in Business workshop in Taupo + retreat in Queenstown, NZ.

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Resources & Links: 📖 Scripture Reference: Exodus 3 (Moses & the Burning Bush)

📅 Upcoming Heaven in Business Events: Website Link

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Last week in Atlanta, over 200 business leaders gathered for three powerful days at the Heaven in Business Conference—a catalytic experience filled with teaching, activation, and encounters with the Holy Spirit in the marketplace. In this episode, we’re recapping the key moments, lessons, and testimonies that are equipping leaders to integrate faith with their work.

Read the blog here: Heaveninbusiness.com/blog/Conference-Recap-Experiencing-the-Difference-Maker

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

The Holy Spirit as a Competitive Advantage – Why Jesus said it was better that He left (John 16:7) and how the Spirit of wisdom, understanding, and knowledge impacts our work.

Hearing God in Business – Practical steps to pause, listen, and respond to His voice for strategic decision-making.

The Power of the Fear of the Lord – Insights from John Bevere on how reverence for God multiplies impact and unlocks divine promises.

Multiplication & Stewardship – How faithfulness and obedience lead to supernatural growth.

Supernatural Testimonies – Stories of healing, breakthrough, and business transformation experienced during the conference.

Masterminds & Community – How surrounding yourself with faith-filled leaders accelerates growth and kingdom impact.

Key Takeaways:

✅ The Holy Spirit is the difference-maker in business.
✅ Create space to hear God’s voice for strategy and solutions.
✅ Faithfulness leads to multiplication and impact.
✅ Prayer and activation unlock miracles in the marketplace.
✅ Jesus is our CEO—leading with Him ensures lasting success.

🔊 Want to dive deeper? Access the full conference recordings (audio/video) here: Heaveninbusiness.com/ATL25replay

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This week has been a whirlwind—moving, storing furniture, camping on mattresses, preparing for a major conference, finalizing a fully booked Queenstown retreat, and planning meetings in five nations. With an endless to-do list, it would be easy to feel overwhelmed. But instead, I’m choosing peace. I

n this episode, I share practical strategies for staying focused, maintaining energy, and getting things done without burnout.

Good News Update:

✅ Conference numbers and revenue are back up and over pre-2020 levels.

✅ Queenstown retreat is fully booked and fully awesome.

✅ We found replacement tenants, saving six months of contract rent!

Key Takeaways:

Write It Down – Get everything out of your head and onto paper. Prioritize what must be done today.

Walk and Pray in the Spirit – Shift focus from stress to God’s presence (1 Corinthians 14:15).

Be Aware of Mental Overload – Catch your brain bouncing between tasks and refocus on one thing at a time.

Move Your Body – Push-ups, gym time—physical movement resets your mind and energy.

Hug Your Spouse – Connection matters, even in busy seasons.

Ask Holy Spirit for Help – The best strategist, problem-solver, and source of peace.

Give Grace to Yourself and Others – High-pressure seasons require kindness, not perfection.

Celebrate Small Wins – Acknowledge progress instead of focusing on what’s left undone.

Final Thought: Instead of saying, “I have too much to do,” remind yourself: “I get to do this. I am fully equipped for this moment.” Overwhelm is real, but so is peace.

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In this episode, Andy Mason introduces an upcoming journey—what he calls a working sabbatical. Over the next 42 days, he will be traveling across multiple countries while intentionally pausing normal business activities to listen, learn, and see what God is unfolding. Andy shares the heart behind this decision, the faith required to step into the unknown, and how this season will look different from a traditional sabbatical.

📌 Conference Recording Details: Heaven in Business Conference Recording
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00:01 – Welcome & Big Announcement

• Andy introduces the upcoming shift in the Heaven in Business podcast.
• This will be a mobile podcast, with weekly updates from the road.

01:30 – What’s Happening?

• Moving out of a rental house and placing everything in storage.
• Preparing for the annual Heaven in Business Conference in Atlanta.
• A global journey begins: traveling to New Zealand, Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Japan.

04:00 – How This Trip Evolved

• Originally planned as a simple trip to visit family in New Zealand.
• Conversations with advisors led to additional stops, turning into an extended journey.
• The realization that this trip is not just travel—it’s a working sabbatical.

06:15 – What is a Working Sabbatical?

• Past experience with sabbaticals and lessons learned.
• The shift from an “event-based” sabbatical to a lifestyle of rest and renewal.
• What will be different this time? No office, fewer structured meetings, more time for listening.

08:45 – Faith & Financial Trust in the Process

• Stepping into uncertainty with financial risks.
• A story of God’s provision: how a client unexpectedly sent a $20,000 check.
• Trusting God to provide while pausing major income-generating activities.

10:50 – Biblical Inspiration: Lessons from Exodus

• The contrast between Moses waiting on God vs. the Israelites rushing to create the golden calf.
• Learning to trust God's process instead of reacting to uncertainty.
• Application for business leaders: faith over control.

13:15 – The 42-Day Revelation

• Discovering that the trip will last 42 days—symbolic of transformation in Scripture.
• A personal commitment: daily listening and writing down what God speaks.

15:00 – What Listeners Can Expect

• Weekly updates from different locations.
• Sharing insights, challenges, and faith lessons in real-time.
• Encouragement for listeners to apply these principles in their own lives.

16:30 – Invitation to Join the Journey

• Attend the Heaven in Business Conference in Atlanta.
• Access recorded sessions for those unable to attend in person.
• Final encouragement: “Pause, listen, and trust in the One who sees beyond what we can.”

What if I told you the key to breakthrough in business, life, and long-term struggles isn’t found in another strategy, book, or course?

It’s intentional, consistent, and authentic community.

Not casual networking. Not occasional check-ins. Real, committed relationships where people show up, hold each other accountable, and commit to growth together.

In today’s episode, I share powerful stories of transformation—people who broke free from addiction, stepped into bold leadership, and experienced business and personal breakthroughs. The common thread? Intentional community with accountability and commitment to growth.

You’ll learn:
✅ Why casual community won’t cut it (and what does!)
✅ Three real-life testimonies of radical transformation
✅ How YOU can start building your own growth-focused group today
✅ A powerful one-minute habit to maintain long-term momentum
✅ How to accelerate your breakthrough through the Heaven in Business Mastermind with Shae Bynes

🔥 Want to go deeper? Join our exclusive Heaven in Business Mastermind with Shae Bynes—six months of Kingdom-driven acceleration in business, leadership, and personal growth.

📢 Apply here: Heaven in Business Mastermind

🚀 Don’t wait for transformation—build the relationships that make it happen.

🎧 Listen now and step into intentional growth!

#KingdomBusiness #FaithAtWork #Breakthrough #CommunityMatters #Mastermind #Growth

How do you make decisions that truly align with God’s purpose? In this episode, Andy Mason unpacks the power of discernment, the importance of seeking God first, and real-life examples of decisions that shaped his journey. Whether you’re a business owner, leader, or entrepreneur, these insights will help you make better decisions with confidence.

Read the blog here: Heaveninbusiness.com/blog/how-to-make-better-business-decisions

🔹 Are you making decisions based on logic or God's wisdom?
🔹 How do you invite the Holy Spirit into your business choices?
🔹 What role does wise counsel play in decision-making?

If you’re serious about hearing God in your work, grab a copy of Listen Up: Hearing God at Work and join us at the upcoming Heaven in Business conference!

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This week on the blog and podcast I unpack the stories, lessons and strategy that is WORKING with the Hope Directive. This is the non-profit organization through which we multiply Heaven in Business resources and relationships around the world (predominantly that would otherwise be limited economically).

Read the blog here: Heaveninbusiness.com/blog/Hope-Works