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In this episode, JB is joined by Jake Doberenz, Founder & Podcast Producer of Theophany Media. Jake Doberenz shares his journey from teaching to content creation, emphasizing the importance of faith in his work. He discusses the intersection of creativity and theology, the role of humility in personal growth, and the mission of Theophany Media in making Christian content accessible. The conversation also explores the challenges of podcasting, the significance of consistency, and the need for genuine motivation in content creation. Listeners are encouraged to engage in meaningful conversations and seek a deeper understanding of their faith through various media.Connect with LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-doberenz/X - https://x.com/Personal Site - https://theophanymedia.com/You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPkFollow us on Social Media:X - https://x.com/code_fellowshipLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/codefellowship/Other ways to listen to the podcast:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2hV6L1ezAvj70fErjndfD1Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/codefellowship/id1609574437Chapters:00:00 Introduction02:41 Faith and Creative Communication05:50 Personal Journey and Theological Insights08:47 The Prodigal Son and Humility11:50 Theophany Media and Its Mission14:55 Communication and Accessibility in Faith17:50 The Role of Media in Spiritual Growth28:22 Understanding AI and Fear29:49 Starting a Podcast: Tools and Tips31:03 The Importance of Discipleship in Podcasting36:32 Navigating Algorithms and Metrics39:18 Consistency Over Vanity in Content Creation41:10 Motivation Behind Content Creation46:16 Stewardship and Community Impact51:58 Encouragement for Meaningful Conversations54:46 The Role of Scripture in Content CreationThanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, JB is joined by Josh Cirre , a Support Engineer & DevRel at Laravel, and they talk about the challenges he faced in understanding Christian liberty and grace. They delve into the importance of repentance, the meaning of freedom in Christ, and the role of community in spiritual growth.Connect with Josh Cirre:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshcirre/X - https://x.com/joshcirreYou are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPkFollow us on Social Media:X - https://x.com/code_fellowshipLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/codefellowship/Other ways to listen to the podcast:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2hV6L1ezAvj70fErjndfD1Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/codefellowship/id1609574437Chapters:00:00 Introduction03:44 Journey to Faith11:50 Understanding Christian Liberty21:17 The Meaning of Freedom in Christ25:39 The Role of Grace and Repentance32:31 Finding Strength in Community and Faith33:57 The Intersection of Faith and Work48:10 Living Authentically in Faith54:11 Creative Expressions of Faith01:00:28 The Role of Grace and MercyThanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, JB is joined by Alex(ander) MacArthur, a Senior Software Engineer at Ramsey Solutions. He shares with us his story on how he became a software engineer, overworking himself to the point of a health scare God used to realign his focus, and the overall need of prioritizing God in all we do. We even talked about creative liberties when it comes to creating films or series around the Scriptures (e.g. The House of David, The Chosen, etc.)Connect with Alex(ander) MacArthurLinkedIn - https://codefellowship.co/amaclinkedinX - https://codefellowship.co/amacxPicPerf - https://picperf.io/Blog - https://macarthur.me/You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPkFollow us on Social Media:X - https://x.com/code_fellowshipLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/codefellowship/Other ways to listen to the podcast:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2hV6L1ezAvj70fErjndfD1Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/codefellowship/id1609574437Chapters:00:00 Introduction03:57 Faith Journey and Personal Testimony10:00 Intersection of Faith and Technology18:00 Daily Routine and Work Environment24:09 Balancing Work, Family, and Faith29:51 Lessons Learned and Personal Growth37:45 The Living Word: Personal Reflections on Scripture39:54 Embodiment of Faith: Honoring Christ in Daily Life40:57 The Spirit's Guidance: Speaking Truth in Relationships42:44 Creative Liberty: Faith in Storytelling and Media50:46 Discernment in Faith-Based Media: Balancing Creativity and Scripture58:22 Sharing Wisdom: Final Thoughts and RecommendationsThanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, JB is joined by Aaron Francis, Co-Founder of Try Hard Studios. Aaron shares his story around balancing Fatherhood of two sets of twins (not four sets of twins...lol) while being the sole provider of the family, who faced a layoff and delving into the self-employed world. We also talk about witnessing to others about Christ through the quality of our character and even our work.Connect with Aaron FrancisLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/aarondfrancis/X - https://x.com/aarondfrancisPersonal Site - https://aaronfrancis.com/Try Hard Studios - https://www.tryhardstudios.com/You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPkFollow us on Social Media:X - https://x.com/code_fellowshipLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/codefellowship/Other ways to listen to the podcast:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2hV6L1ezAvj70fErjndfD1Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/codefellowship/id1609574437Chapters:00:00 Introduction02:53 Balancing Family Life with Work06:00 Navigating Parenthood with Twins08:50 The Impact of Layoffs and Starting Anew11:50 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship15:05 Building a New Business17:56 Faith and Professional Life20:59 Finding Clarity in Uncertainty27:12 The Journey to Entrepreneurship30:57 Balancing Work and Family Life33:49 Exploring New Opportunities36:10 Finding Spiritual Balance43:07 Encouragement and Vulnerability in Faith46:31 The Importance of Diligence and IntegrityThanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, JB is joined by Bryce Buchanan, a Software Engineer II (Android) at Covenant Eyes. Covenant Eyes is a faith-tech software that helps combat the consumption pornography and other explicit content. Bryce testifies about his faith in Jesus along with the mission-driven development he performs that glorifies Christ and helps promote a healthier lifestyle, mentally and spiritually. Including his story on how he stumbled upon becoming an Mobile Developer for Android.Connect with Bryce:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-buchananYou are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPkFollow us on Social Media:X - https://x.com/code_fellowshipLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/codefellowship/Other ways to listen to the podcast:Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2hV6L1ezAvj70fErjndfD1Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/codefellowship/id1609574437Chapters:00:00 Introduction03:14 Working at Covenant Eyes08:02 Transition to Android Development12:15 The Mission of Covenant Eyes18:51 Using Covenant Eyes and Product Development24:41 Breaking Free: Overcoming Pornography Addiction30:20 Commitment to God and a Healthy Relationship with Technology36:03 Preserving Critical Thinking Skills in the Tech IndustryThanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, JB is joined by Raul Mendoza, Founder & The Recruiter Rapper of Rapido Talent. Raul shares his testimony and how he lives out the Gospel with boldness. JB and Raul also discuss the importance of a strong family foundation that enables you to also to care for others also, in a way that is reflective of Jesus Christ's love.Connect with Raul Mendoza:LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/raulbmendoza/Rapido Talent - https://www.rapidotalent.com/ You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPk Follow us on Social Media: X - https://x.com/code_fellowship LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/codefellowship/ Other ways to listen to the podcast: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2hV6L1ezAvj70fErjndfD1 Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/codefellowship/id1609574437 Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 07:04 Raul's Journey of Faith 17:20 Intersecting Faith and Work 22:54 Sharing Your Testimony and Being Bold 25:34 Being a Light in Dark Times 28:21 Caring for Others and Building Strong Family Foundations 33:16 Work as Worship and Proclaiming the Good News Thanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, JB is joined by Tessa Kriesel, CEO & Developer GTM Strategist for BuiltForDev (https://www.builtfor.dev/). Tessa gives her raw and powerful testimony of how she found refuge in Jesus Christ, and continuously finds it while receiving strength to persevere in the trenches of life in the midst of a layoff from a Silicon Valley company to building her own Developer Relations business from the ground up. Connect with Tessa Kriesel: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tessak22/ X - https://x.com/tessak22 Personal Site - https://www.tessakriesel.com/ You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPk Follow us on Social Media: X - https://dub.sh/x-codefellowship LinkedIn - https://dub.sh/linkedin-cf Other ways to consume the podcast: Spotify for Podcasters - https://dub.sh/spotify-cf Apple Podcasts - https://dub.sh/apple-cf Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:26 Tessa's Background and Faith in Tech 02:39 The Intersection of Faith and Work 03:08 Tessa's Testimony: From Darkness to Light 09:09 The Role of Adversity in Tessa's Journey 13:54 Finding Light in the Midst of Layoff 15:22 The Battle of Spiritual Warfare 19:12 Trusting in God's Plan: Lessons from Tessa's Journey 22:49 A Moment of Darkness and Divine Comfort 27:27 The Loss of a Child and God's Purpose 35:19 Trusting in God's Plan and Living Out His Purpose 37:32 Finding Purpose in Suffering and Patience 50:45 The Burden for the Lost 53:28 The Role of Love in Evangelism 59:48 Passing of the Bread + Outro Thanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, JB is joined by Dennis Palmer, an Elixir Consultant from America living in Sweden. Dennis shares his story on how forgiveness played a big role in his career as a developer and a person. JB and Dennis also talk about the intersection of faith and technology, restoration brought up by forgiveness, overcoming abuse, God's promises, and more. Connect with Dennis Palmer: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dennispalmerjr/ You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPk Follow us on Social Media: X - https://dub.sh/x-codefellowship LinkedIn - https://dub.sh/linkedin-cf Other ways to consume the podcast: Spotify for Podcasters - https://dub.sh/spotify-cf Apple Podcasts - https://dub.sh/apple-cf Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 07:37 Overcoming an Abusive Work Environment 34:36 Faith in Code: Exploring the Intersection of Faith and Technology 41:12 The Impact of Faith on Your Work 48:08 Restoration and God's Promises 54:14 Passing of the Bread & Outro Thanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, JB is joined by Jordan Powell, who is a Sr. Software Engineer at Cypress. Jordan shares his testimony of how he came to Christ, felt called to be a Pastor, and God confirmed to him where he was really needed. Jordan and JB also discuss about remaining steadfast in our faith while navigating the challenges of a secular tech industry as a developer who loves Jesus and witnesses about Christ. Connect with Jordan Powell: X - https://x.com/JordanPowell88 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanpowell88/ Dream On - https://dreamon.world/ You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPk Follow us on Social Media: X - https://dub.sh/x-codefellowship LinkedIn - https://dub.sh/linkedin-cf Other ways to consume the podcast: Spotify for Podcasters - https://dub.sh/spotify-cf Apple Podcasts - https://dub.sh/apple-cf Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 06:21 Recognizing a Need and Impacting Others 12:59 Living as a Light in the Workplace 24:35 Being Prepared and Standing Firm 31:20 The Power of God Over Idols 36:37 Creativity as Participation with the Lord 43:21 Fruits of the Spirit vs. Pharisaical Righteousness 45:26 Passing of the Bread + Outro Thanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, JB is joined by Huw, a MLOps Lead for a FinTech company out in the UK. Huw and JB talk about the premise of AI when it comes to the Christian faith and ministry. Key things to consider when considering the use of AI for ministry purposes, as well as emphasizing that Artificial Intelligence DOES NOT and CANNOT replace the Holy Spirit and even Disciples of Christ. Human relationships are 100% required when it comes to evangelism and teaching the Scriptures to others. Connect with Huw: Huw's X - https://x.com/huwdev Huw's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/huwfulcher/ You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPk Follow us on Social Media: X - https://dub.sh/x-codefellowship LinkedIn - https://dub.sh/linkedin-cf Other ways to consume the podcast: Spotify for Podcasters - https://dub.sh/spotify-cf Apple Podcasts - https://dub.sh/apple-cf Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background 09:03 The Limitations of AI and the Role of Humans 25:59 Preparing the Church for the Impact of AI 39:25 Building Real Relationships in the Age of AI 45:46 Understanding Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence 53:48 Focusing on Our Relationship with Jesus Christ 57:18 Being a Disciple in the Tech Industry 01:06:57 Passing of the Bread + Outro Thanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, JB is joined by Billy Boozer, former Chief Product Officer of Truth Social. Billy drops some golden nuggets in regards to sharing our faith when the culture is opposing of it, remaining steadfast in Christ when the enemy attacks, and a bit about the new company he is CEO of called, Letr. You connect with Billy on X - https://dub.sh/billyboozer Join the Letr waiting list here - https://letr.co/ You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPk Follow us on Social Media: X - https://dub.sh/x-codefellowship LinkedIn - https://dub.sh/linkedin-cf Other ways to consume the podcast: Spotify for Podcasters - https://dub.sh/spotify-cf Apple Podcasts - https://dub.sh/apple-cf Thanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, JB is joined by a Luke Sipka, Marketing & Copywriting Professional who specializes in Email Marketing. Despite his expertise not being specific to the coding world, I wanted to share his story and our conversation in regard to identifying a problem in our life and what it looks like to live out the solution we set before us; in this case it would be our sin, a need of a Savior, and our walk with Christ. Enter here to WIN THAT Conference Giveaway - https://kingsumo.com/g/pomheo/that-conference-3-day-ticket-giveaway You can connect with Luke on LinkedIn - https://dub.sh/luke-sipka You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPk Follow us on Social Media: X - https://dub.sh/x-codefellowship LinkedIn - https://dub.sh/linkedin-cf Other ways to consume the podcast: Spotify for Podcasters - https://dub.sh/spotify-cf Apple Podcasts - https://dub.sh/apple-cf 00:00 Introduction and Blooper 08:26 Luke's Day-to-Day as a Marketing Professional 28:46 Seeking God's Guidance: Abiding in Christ in All Areas of Life 38:10 Bearing Fruit: The Result of a Genuine Relationship with Christ Thanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, JB is joined by Andy Milligan, Founder of MMG Design. Andy was laid off last year from his previous role with RUDIS and decided to go full-time on his freelance web design business, which God has used in his life to show him the meaning of service, surrender, letting go of egos, and being disciplined. You can connect with Andy on LinkedIn - https://dub.sh/andymilligan You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPk Follow us on Social Media: X - https://x.com/code_fellowship LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/codefellowship/ Other ways to consume the podcast: Spotify for Podcasters - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/codefellowship Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/codefellowship/id1609574437 00:00 Introduction and Inspiration 03:56 Serving Others in the Web Design Industry 10:51 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Coveting 26:11 Surrendering Control to God 32:09 Building Relationships with Others of Faith 37:49 Serving Others and Fulfilling a Greater Purpose 39:41 Pivoting When God Calls Audibles 40:11 God's Perfect Alignment 42:03 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 46:37 Becoming the Best and Serving Others 56:35 The Importance of Time Management and Balance Thanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, JB is joined by Diontre Pate, a Staff Software Engineer for Prove and Founder of a tech startup and development agency. Diontre and JB talked about shining the light of Christ in dark places, balancing load plates of responsibilities, and how one can make an impact within the world around us through human connection. Enter to Win a 3-Day Camper Ticket to THAT Conference WI 2024 - https://kingsumo.com/g/xyqpkq/that-conference-3-day-ticket-giveaway Connect Diontre via LinkedIn - https://dub.sh/jo3qjla Passing of the Bread: Next.js - https://nextjs.org/ (Diontre's Breadcrumb) Nuxt.js - https://nuxt.com/ (JB's Breadcrumb) You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPk Follow us on Social Media: X - https://x.com/code_fellowship LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/codefellowship/ Other ways to consume the podcast: Spotify - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/codefellowship Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/codefellowship/id1609574437 Thanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, JB is joined by Jonathan Martinez, a Software Engineer II for an insurance tech company called Bestow. Jonathan started his professional career in music education and then transitioned into tech as a software engineer. He not only talks about his transition but emphasizes the importance of being intentional with your devotion with God and Family. This intentionally is what led him to his career path and the ability to provide for his family at another level while also being present in their lives. You can connect with Jonathan on LinkedIn Passing of the Bread mentions: A Smarter Way to Learn HTML and CSS - https://a.co/d/ayKiAGk A Smarter Way to Learn JavaScript - https://a.co/d/7xRVuZu freeCodeCamp - https://freecodecamp.org/ You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPk Follow us on Social Media: X - https://x.com/code_fellowship LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/codefellowship/ Other ways to consume the podcast: Spotify for Podcasters - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/codefellowship Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/codefellowship/id1609574437 Thanks for Listening. God Bless! Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:59 Transition from Teaching to Software Engineering 08:55 The Intersection of Faith and Work 13:11 Tracing God's Presence in the Journey 21:17 The Importance of Investing Time and Developing Skills 23:10 Avoiding Coveting and Comparisons 25:06 God's Provision and Timing 26:05 Trusting in God's Plan 27:02 Seeing the Bigger Picture 27:27 Challenges in a New Role 28:14 Transitioning into a New Job 29:23 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 30:07 Confidence in God's Guidance 31:17 Persistence and God's Favor 33:31 Continued Learning and Growth 34:26 Trusting God in Flipping Houses 35:07 Confidence in God's Provision 36:10 Taking Risks with God's Guidance 37:36 Making Time for God's Word

In this episode, DeVontae Moore joins JB in a conversation about enduring the tech journey as a believer in Christ, encouraging others on LinkedIn while being laid off, and allowing God to be the leader of your path. You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPk Connect w/ DeVontae Moore on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/devontaemoore-react-developer/ Follow us on Social Media: X - https://x.com/code_fellowship LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/codefellowship/ Thanks for Listening. God Bless! Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:14 Discovering Tech and Creative Side 05:05 Faith and Vocation 07:43 Trusting God in Uncertainty 10:11 Living Out Faith in the Tech Industry 11:07 Encouraging Others in the Desert 16:05 Finding Purpose in the Journey 25:16 Finding Joy in Toil 28:32 Tech Career Path and Agency Work 34:21 Interacting with Clients 35:16 Dealing with Burnout 39:17 Value and Success 44:28 Asking, Seeking, and Knocking 49:42 The Poverty Mindset 53:26 Persistence and Steadfastness 57:08 Continuing in the Faith 01:00:17 Be Still and Know

In this episode, JB and Brian Morrison II talk about how taking action as a believer compliments well with our faith in God, leveraging content creation and your network to obtain your next role after a layoff, and the benefits of journaling. Connect w/ Brian on the interwebs: X - brianmmdev LinkedIn -  brianmmdev YouTube - @brianmmdev Personal Site - https://brianmorrison.me/ You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community Discord Follow us on Social Media: X - https://x.com/code_fellowship LinkedIn - codefellowship   Thanks for Listening. God Bless! Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:38 Transition to Clerk 03:39 Layoff and God's Plan 06:20 God's Work in Hindsight 09:00 Wife's Reaction and Support 13:08 Burden of Responsibility 18:27 Moving Forward with Faith 23:10 Taking Action and Trusting God 24:23 Humbling Experiences 26:19 The Importance of Content Creation 27:38 Brian's Journey as a Self-Taught Developer 29:02 The Value of Creating Content 30:25 Building a Network and Sharing Knowledge 31:21 The Power of Relationships in Career Growth 32:17 Increasing Luck Surface Area Through Content Creation 33:15 The Importance of Journaling 34:44 Different Forms of Journaling 36:10 Podcasting as a Medium for Journaling 47:17 Breadcrumbs

In this episode, Tony Wilson, a fractional-CFO and Founder of Accquip, joins JB in a conversation that was suppose to be all about the CFO world in tech and financial wisdom for developers, turned into a conversation about honoring God in the Tech Industry, committing our plans to the Lord as a Tech Entrepreneur, and more. Connect with Tony Wilson: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-wilson-cpa/The DevLaunch Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Yb7JtTA2q2A77dUy1cNN6?si=7d083ad1477244a2 Book Mentioned in Episode: Habits of the Household - https://www.habitsofthehousehold.com/ You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPk Follow us on Social Media: X - https://x.com/code_fellowship LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/codefellowship/ Thanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, Cameron Pak (aka Cam Pak) joins JB in a conversation that was truly impactful when it comes to the tech industry being a mission field that God also uses for believers to be a light in and make an impact with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPk Follow us on Social Media: X - https://x.com/code_fellowship LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/codefellowship/ Thanks for Listening. God Bless!

In this episode, Josh Hall joins JB in talking about his journey into web design, balancing our passion(s) with business, capitalizing on uniqueness as a web pro, and allowing the iterative process overcome perfectionism. Best places to find Josh in: Josh Hall's Website - https://joshhall.co/ Josh Hall's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@JoshHallco Web Designer Pro™ Community - https://joshhall.co/webdesignerpro/ Web Design Business Podcast - https://joshhall.co/podcast/ You are invited to join us over at the codeFellowship( ) Community - https://discord.gg/eK97ZnECPk Follow us on Social Media: X - https://twitter.com/code_fellowship LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/codefellowship/ Thanks for Listening. God Bless!