# Doing God’s Work God’s Way

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Podcast: [Blessed + Bossed Up](https://stenobird.com/podcast/blessed-bossed-up-7083)
Published: 2026-01-09T11:07:51+00:00
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## Resource

In this bonus episode, we officially pick back up our book club read of The Spirit-Filled Life by Charles Stanley after pausing in Q4 due to major life transitions, including starting law school and welcoming a new baby. The goal now is simple: finish the book together and apply it practically as we move into a new year. If you are new to the book club, all previous episodes are linked in the show notes, along with the link to purchase the book. This remains one of my top Christian books of all time and one I believe should be reread regularly, especially at the beginning of the year. Today’s Focus: Chapter 11 — Doing God’s Work God’s Way While this episode technically covers Chapters 11 and 12, the primary focus is Chapter 11. Chapter 12 largely reiterates themes already covered earlier in the book regarding the Holy Spirit, so today’s discussion centers on what it truly looks like to build, work, and live by God’s Spirit rather than our own strength. The chapter opens with Zechariah 4:6–7: “Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit, says the Lord of hosts.” Using the story of Zerubbabel rebuilding the temple, Charles Stanley reminds us that: God knows we will face opposition God does not always remove obstacles God prepares us instead Self-sufficiency is often the greatest opposition This scripture is a critical anchor for anyone building a business, pursuing goals, or stepping into God-ordained work. No Separation Between Spiritual and Secular Work Colossians 3:23–24 reminds us that “whatever you do” is service to the Lord. God does not divide life into sacred and secular categories. Your job, business, career, and daily responsibilities are all part of your calling. Even in environments where faith cannot be openly expressed, excellence, humility, integrity, and…

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