In this episode of the Be The Church Podcast, Pastor Luke Bilberry sits down with Melissa Wayne for an honest and encouraging conversation about faith, business, marriage, leadership, and raising a family while staying centered on Christ.
Melissa shares her journey from working in marketing and corporate business to becoming a business owner, consultant, COO, and licensed residential builder — all while serving alongside her husband in ministry and raising four kids. Together, they unpack the tension of balancing calling, work, and family life, what it means to lead with humility and servant-heartedness, and how faith shapes the way we navigate pressure, leadership, and success.
They also discuss the importance of intentional living, creating margin for spiritual conversations at home, leading in high-pressure environments without chaos, and why “faithfulness is the reward” in both ministry and the marketplace.
Whether you’re leading a business, serving in ministry, raising a family, or simply trying to follow Jesus faithfully in a busy world, this episode will encourage you to trust God’s plan, steward your gifts well, and live with purpose wherever He has placed you.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How to follow Jesus faithfully in the marketplace
- Why servant leadership matters in business and ministry
- How Melissa balances leadership, family, and faith
- What it looks like to lead with peace instead of chaos
- Why intentionality is essential in parenting and marriage
- How to trust God when your plans and dreams change
- The importance of building margin for spiritual conversations
- Why faithfulness matters more than platform or success
- How to navigate pressure and responsibility with a biblical perspective
- What it means to use your gifts and career for the Kingdom of God
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