Clark Shepherd @DiscernmentLab

Helping small business owners unite biblical wisdom & proven business strategy with a Discipleship-Meets-MBA model so they can build a thriving business. Joined July 2025

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Clark Shepherd @DiscernmentLab

2 weeks ago

“Keep your faith out of business.” That advice has drained more clarity from leaders than any downturn. Faith isn’t a liability. It’s your sharpest edge. Don’t hide it. Lead with it.

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Clark Shepherd @DiscernmentLab

2 weeks ago

What if your next strategy didn’t come from a spreadsheet... but from time in God’s Word? Experts say: “Forecast. Optimize. Push.” But kingdom leaders pause, pray and obey. And that’s why their plans actually bear fruit.

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2 weeks ago

This Is The Best Book I’ve Ever Read On Discipleship-Driven Business Leadership There are a lot of books about faith and business. And I’ve read most of them. But the best book on discipleship-driven business leadership I’ve found is The Gospel at Work by Sebastian Traeger and…

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2 weeks ago

They told you: “Business is business. Faith is personal.” Here’s the truth: If Jesus isn’t in your boardroom, don’t ask Him to bless your bottom line. Your leadership is your discipleship. Stop separating what God joined together.

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2 weeks ago

A business without discipleship is a lamp that’s never plugged in. It was built to shine. It even looks right. But without power, it just takes up space in the dark. You were called to lead with light. Discipleship is what turns the power on.

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2 weeks ago

A business without discipleship is Sunday faith locked in a Monday closet. It’s there. It’s real. But it’s hidden when it matters most. The place where decisions are made doesn’t reflect the One who should be leading them. If your faith doesn’t shape how you lead, it’s not…

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2 weeks ago

How I Got Interested in Discipleship-Driven Business Leadership I wouldn’t call myself an expert in discipleship-driven business leadership. However, I’ve spent the last 3 years reading, coaching and applying what I’ve learned. And I’ve probably spent over 500 hours wrestling…

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2 weeks ago

A business without discipleship is a well with no water. It might look sturdy. People might gather around it. But when someone draws near thirsty, they leave dry. A Christian business without spiritual formation may appear strong but it can’t quench anyone’s real thirst.

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Clark Shepherd @DiscernmentLab

2 weeks ago

Step 1: Write this down: “Leadership is discipleship.” Stick it on your desk. Then build habits around it: 📅 Start meetings with prayer 🎯 Reflect on eternal impact 🫱 Serve before you speak Your calendar forms your people.

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Clark Shepherd @DiscernmentLab

2 weeks ago

Want your business to make disciples? Here’s your starter pack: 1. Pray with your team 2. Tie KPIs to kingdom values 3. Celebrate spiritual wins 4. Lead like a shepherd, not a boss Discipleship isn't a program. It’s how you lead.

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Clark Shepherd @DiscernmentLab

2 weeks ago

The Best Way to Get Started Learning About Discipleship-Driven Business Leadership I’m exploring leadership that doesn’t simply drive profits but also nurtures people spiritually. When I first dove into this topic, I felt lost: there was a maze of advice and not much clarity.…

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2 weeks ago

Stop hiring just for talent. Start hiring for kingdom character. Want a simple filter? ✅ Ask how they’ve owned a mistake ✅ Pray before the interview ✅ Hire for humility, train for skill Your culture starts at the door.

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Clark Shepherd @DiscernmentLab

3 weeks ago

Alan Barnhart capped his salary, gave away his company and still scaled a multimillion-dollar business. Why? Because he didn’t chase profit, he submitted it. Mission isn’t the enemy of growth. It’s the guardrail.

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Clark Shepherd @DiscernmentLab

3 weeks ago

If your team lacks spiritual direction, check your calendar. Are you modeling prayer? Making space for the Spirit to lead? A faithful shepherd doesn’t just track performance. He cultivates presence.

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Clark Shepherd @DiscernmentLab

3 weeks ago

Topics I Am Exploring in My Life Right Now There are 3 topics I’m actively thinking about a lot these days, not just as a business coach, but as a disciple who leads. Topic #1: How to Build a Business That Makes Disciples I’m interested in this because I see too many Christian…

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Clark Shepherd @DiscernmentLab

3 weeks ago

If your operations are chaotic, your discipleship will be, too. A kingdom-minded COO doesn’t just build systems, they build peace. Start with 1 Corinthians 14:40: Let all things be done in order. Structure isn’t control, it’s stewardship.

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Clark Shepherd @DiscernmentLab

3 weeks ago

“Yet God, in his grace, freely makes us right in his sight. He did this through Christ Jesus when he freed us from the penalty for our sins.” Romans 3:24 NLT

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Clark Shepherd @DiscernmentLab

3 weeks ago

Your competitors copy culture from books. You build it on the gospel. Discipleship isn’t a ministry add-on. It’s your business’s unfair advantage. Lead that way.

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Clark Shepherd @DiscernmentLab

3 weeks ago

If your team isn't growing spiritually, you're not leading, you're just managing. Your business should be making disciples, not just money. Start where you lead. Don’t waste your platform.