Episode 314 - Wartime Mindset: Derwin Gray on Battling Spiritual Attacks as an Entrepreneur

Faith Driven Entrepreneur

In this episode of the Faith Driven Entrepreneur podcast, hosts Henry Kaestner and Justin Forman reflect on the recent Faith Driven Entrepreneur conference and introduce a powerful message from Derwin Gray, former NFL player and pastor.

Key points:

• Gray compares spiritual warfare to animal hunting tactics, warning entrepreneurs about the devil's strategies to isolate and weaken them.
• He outlines three common temptations entrepreneurs face: performance ("I am what I do"), possession ("I am what I have"), and popularity ("I am what others think").
• Gray emphasizes the importance of adopting a wartime mindset and utilizing the armor of God as described in Ephesians 6.
• The hosts discuss the relevance of Gray's message to entrepreneurial challenges and the importance of recognizing spiritual battles in business.
• An upcoming prayer series based on Gray's teachings is announced, designed to equip entrepreneurs with spiritual tools for success.

Discussion Questions:

• How have you experienced the three temptations (performance, possession, popularity) in your entrepreneurial journey? Which one challenges you the most?
• In what ways can adopting a "wartime mindset" change how you approach challenges in your business?
• Derwin Gray emphasizes the importance of putting on the "armor of God." How can you practically incorporate this spiritual discipline into your daily routine as an entrepreneur?
• How can recognizing spiritual warfare in business help you make better decisions and maintain a stronger faith?
• What steps can you take to build a support network of fellow entrepreneurs to combat isolation and strengthen your spiritual defenses?