http://www.kingdomdriven.ceo
Sean Kouplen is the highly successful CEO of Regent Bank and former Secretary of Commerce & Workforce Development for the state of Oklahoma. Kouplen believes we can bring God’s love into our business without making employees feel uncomfortable.

In this popular podcast, The Kingdom-Driven CEO, Kouplen shares how he has integrated faith and love into his organization and the remarkable results that have ensued.

Kouplen also shares leadership and personal development concepts to help you reach your full potential.

The Kingdom Driven CEO podcast has a new episode every Saturday morning.]]>enManagementCopyright Sean Kouplenhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/2d83417c4a6424b7be0f103b820c6a85.jpghttp://www.kingdomdriven.ceoSun, 09 Aug 2026 13:26:40 +0000Sean KouplenSean Kouplenskouplen@regent.bankWhat does it mean to be a Kingdom Driven CEO? It means God is now the boss and we work for Him. Sean Kouplen is the highly successful CEO of Regent Bank and former Secretary of Commerce & Workforce Development for the state of Oklahoma. Kouplen...
Sean Kouplen is the highly successful CEO of Regent Bank and former Secretary of Commerce & Workforce Development for the state of Oklahoma. Kouplen believes we can bring God’s love into our business without making employees feel uncomfortable.

In this popular podcast, The Kingdom-Driven CEO, Kouplen shares how he has integrated faith and love into his organization and the remarkable results that have ensued.

Kouplen also shares leadership and personal development concepts to help you reach your full potential.

The Kingdom Driven CEO podcast has a new episode every Saturday morning.]]>falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/misliving-week-9-the-power-of-simplicity--73709806https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73709806Sun, 09 Aug 2026 13:25:25 +0000Sean KouplenAs we continue our series on misliving, Sean discusses the power of simplicity. First, we take a look at the life of Jesus for the perfect model. And then we discussed three practices that can help us simplify our life and focus more on Him.1005falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/misliving-week-8-the-power-of-a-servant-heart--73361532https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73361532Mon, 03 Aug 2026 02:13:42 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses the power of living with a servant’s heart. So many of us are for recognition or getting our name in the paper we making our boss happy. Jesus serve because he love people we serve because Jesus gave us the ultimate...950falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/misliving-week-7-the-power-of-generosity--73177984https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73177984Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:33:42 +0000Sean KouplenGenerosity can change the world, but we can only be generous if we trust in God. This episode talks about how to live with open hands so that we can be generous, and God can bless us at the same time.625falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/misliving-week-6-the-power-of-community--73056215https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73056215Sun, 19 Jul 2026 15:38:03 +0000Sean KouplenIn today’s episode, Sean talks about the power of community and his personal experience in finding community through a local group in Tulsa. We are not meant to do life alone, and this was modeled by the life of Jesus.716falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/misliving-week-5-the-power-of-prayer--72944070https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72944070Mon, 13 Jul 2026 02:59:22 +0000Sean KouplenAs we continue our series on Misliving, Sean talks about the power of prayer. Prayer is not preparation for the ministry, it is the ministry. Jesus constantly spent time in prayer to the Father, and this always gave him tremendous power, strength...722falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/misliving-week-4-the-power-of-the-word--72827407https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72827407Sun, 05 Jul 2026 13:50:27 +0000Sean KouplenIn today’s episode, Sean discusses the power of the Word. Spending time in scripture every day and not rushing through it, but allowing God to speak to us through His Word. Jesus spoke scripture effortlessly because he lived it and that is our goal...670falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/misliving-week-3-the-importance-of-solitude--72729120https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72729120Sun, 28 Jun 2026 14:54:44 +0000Sean KouplenAs we continue our series on Misliving, focusing on creating a life that is not filled with distractions and focuses on the most important things, we discuss the importance of solitude. Jesus often withdrew to lonely places to pray with God and so...738falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/misliving-episode-2-the-importance-of-rest--72619656https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72619656Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:43:24 +0000Sean KouplenHappy Father’s Day everyone! So often, fathers carry a burden that we are not supposed to carry. This episode talks about the importance of rest and allowing God to be God. No matter your father situation today, please know that you have a heavenly...810falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/misliving-episode-1-the-speed-of-grace--72522524https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72522524Sun, 14 Jun 2026 13:42:41 +0000Sean KouplenIn this brand, new series, entitled Misliving, Sean tackles the topic of hurry. Hurry is the enemy of love, and we can use the life of Jesus Christ to learn how to accomplish a lot, but never been in a hurry. In this episode, Sean shares practical...670falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-freedom-of-resurrection-life--72401047https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72401047Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:46:11 +0000Sean KouplenAs we wrap up this series of uncommon freedom, Sean discusses the greatest fear that many of us have, the fear of death. By using practical teaching directly from scripture, we discuss how death is not final and it is only the beginning. The key is...861falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/love-over-legacy--72141433https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72141433Sun, 24 May 2026 14:37:28 +0000Sean KouplenIn this very personal episode, Sean shares the struggle between balancing a growing platform and influence with our family. Jesus does not call us to build huge social media platforms, he calls us to keep our sacred responsibility to our family first...673falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/first-things-first--72049326https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72049326Mon, 18 May 2026 01:35:32 +0000Sean KouplenIn this third episode of the uncommon freedom series, Sean comes to us from Seoul, South Korea! He talks about the importance of putting first things first using the Sabbath as the perfect example. We are not defined by our output, we are defined as...763falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-freedom-of-letting-go--71957389https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71957389Mon, 11 May 2026 14:01:01 +0000Sean KouplenIn this second episode of our common freedom series, Sean discusses the freedom of letting go. All too often, we hang onto things in this life that do not make an eternal difference. Jesus is calling us to simplify and focus on what really matters.708falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/if-tomorrow-never-comes--71854446https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71854446Mon, 04 May 2026 12:31:09 +0000Sean KouplenIn today’s episode, Sean talks about living as if tomorrow might never come. He uses the example of two amazing men who both had terminal illnesses that changed their perspective on life. What if we could live this way without some type of terminal...529falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/receiving-the-father-s-love--71681734https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71681734Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:51:24 +0000Sean KouplenIn this final episode of the heart transplant series, Sean shares a powerful lesson on receiving the Father’s love. This is something Sean has personally struggled with, so it is a very personal episode.1282falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-door-to-freedom--71457641https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71457641Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:11:54 +0000Sean KouplenIn this highly impactful episode, Sean talks about forgiveness, the door to freedom. We cannot experience heart healing without forgiving others and ourselves. This episode discusses how to do this and Sean closes with an amazing healing prayer that...1093falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/healing-the-lies-we-believe--71274103https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71274103Sun, 12 Apr 2026 14:50:17 +0000Sean KouplenThis is probably the most important podcast Sean has ever recorded. It’s a little longer than normal, but we pray you listen to every word. We all tell ourselves lies that tend to script our life. Jesus wants to not only heal us, but restore us fully.1441falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/then-sunday-came--71116412https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71116412Sun, 05 Apr 2026 13:27:41 +0000Sean KouplenThis episode was written for everyone who is going through a challenging season of life. Sean shares that, while things looked really bad on Friday and Saturday, then Sunday came!!!901falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-masks-we-wear--70812504https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70812504Sun, 22 Mar 2026 14:25:20 +0000Sean KouplenIn the second episode of the Heart Transplant Series, Sean discusses the masks we wear. Not for deception, but for protection. Jesus knows everything about us and He is calling us to remove our masks and be healed.616falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/heart-healing--70648621https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70648621Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:18:06 +0000Sean KouplenIn this first episode of the heart transplant series, Sean talks about how much the heart matters to God. Did you know that the heart is mentioned in the Bible over 1000 times? And it often discusses the condition of our heart and how the Lord wants...740falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-heart-matters-to-god--70536477https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70536477Sun, 08 Mar 2026 12:54:16 +0000Sean KouplenIn this foundational episode, Sean talks about how the heart matters to God. We focus on our appearance and image and reputation, but none of that matters to God. He is looking deeper. In today’s episode, we talk about how to have a heart transplant...770falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-internship-here-on-earth--70375448 episode to find out.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70375448Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:31:08 +0000Sean KouplenWhat if we were actually living out a 70 or 80 year internship on earth prepared for the real job in heaven? If you’ve accepted Jesus as your savior, your eternity is secure but what will your role and rewards be in heaven? Listen to this episode to... episode to find out.]]>798falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/manna-faith--70212718https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70212718Sun, 22 Feb 2026 15:16:39 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses the importance of daily dependent on God. He uses the Israelites as an example, and how God wanted them to be dependent on manna each day, but they tried to store it up and that did not work out well. He gives...837falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-is-well--70068999https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70068999Sun, 15 Feb 2026 16:19:54 +0000Sean KouplenToday’s episode discusses the remarkable background of the famous hymn, It Is Well. Sean discusses how we can use this remarkable hymn and story to experience the same supernatural peace.620falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/facing-the-giant-of-discouragement--69874363https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69874363Sun, 08 Feb 2026 15:09:34 +0000Sean KouplenIn this final episode of the facing the giant series, Sean discusses facing the giant of discouragement. This giant is really sneaky. It wears us down overtime, but Sean gives us one key strategy for overcoming this dangerous giant.753falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/facing-the-giant-of-isolation--69723024https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69723024Sun, 01 Feb 2026 15:49:53 +0000Sean KouplenIsolation is a very dangerous giant. It leads us to believe that we are all alone and nobody is dealing with the problems we have. This is not the truth and we are meant to live life and community. In this important episode, Sean lays out the truth...700falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/facing-the-giant-of-compromise--69580503https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69580503Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:12:12 +0000Sean KouplenCompromise is a dangerous giant because it offers relief and seems reasonable. In this episode, Sean shares how to follow God’s plan for your life and not bend to whims of a society that will lead us astray.677falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/facing-the-giant-of-fear--69492900https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69492900Sun, 18 Jan 2026 04:01:11 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about winning the battle of fear. When we are doing something significant for God, the enemy will try every trick in the book to get us off course. The number one trick is fear. In this episode, Sean gives us great...691falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/overcoming-the-giant-of-fear--69486932https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69486932Sat, 17 Jan 2026 15:10:13 +0000Sean KouplenIn today’s episode, Sean continues his series on Facing the Giants. In episode two, he discusses overcoming the giant of fear by sharing practical tips with all of us. David didn’t deny the existence of the giant, he just magnified the existence of...806falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/winning-the-battles-in-our-lives--69390363https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69390363Sun, 11 Jan 2026 15:03:29 +0000Sean KouplenIn this first episode in Sean’s “Facing the Giants” series, Sean discusses winning the battles that try to take us out. He discusses four giants we all face and how to battle them through faith. What a great way to start 2026!!! 🙏🙏🙏772falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-father-s-love-for-leaders--69302505https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69302505Mon, 05 Jan 2026 03:57:08 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean shares his most important teaching about the father’s love and how it can heal our heart. As we enter a new year, let’s focus on the relationship that is most important- and see God for who he really is.976falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-does-immanuel-mean-to-leaders--69230417https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69230417Sun, 28 Dec 2025 15:52:23 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean shares the importance of the name Immanuel, God with us, as we lead in 2026. We are not alone and it is not all on us. God is with us every moment and this changes everything. Happy New Year 2026!!!684falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-busyness-crowds-out-connection--69157560https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69157560Sun, 21 Dec 2025 16:09:30 +0000Sean KouplenIn this important episode, Sean talks about the danger of allowing busyness to drown out our intimacy with God. This was a warning shared with him by a mentor of his, and now he is sharing this important message with us!722falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-amazing-power-of-consistency--69060841https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69060841Mon, 15 Dec 2025 14:08:39 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses the amazing power of consistency. We love, big goals and big announcements, but God is calling us to just be consistent and grow with him day by day. This consistency has an exponential effect on our life and those...718falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/let-it-be-of-you-only--68919306https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68919306Sat, 06 Dec 2025 15:59:40 +0000Sean KouplenThis amazing episode, inspired by the lyrics of a popular Christian sing, tells us how to live a life that glorifies Jesus. It’s so practical and perfect as we end 2025 and turn the page on a new year!753falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-meaning-of-work--68806600https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68806600Sun, 30 Nov 2025 13:54:51 +0000Sean KouplenDo you ever struggle with motivation at work? If so, this episode is guaranteed to give you an entirely new perspective on the importance of our work and our particular role in it.857falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/never-forget-the-one--68705585https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68705585Sun, 23 Nov 2025 14:17:07 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses the importance of not allowing aggregate measures to determine our impact… But to always focus on the one. This is how Jesus lived. He didn’t measure crowds, he looked for the one right in front of him. The one who...831falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trust-is-greater-than-love--68589666https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68589666Sun, 16 Nov 2025 13:34:11 +0000Sean KouplenIn this important episode, Sean teaches us that trust is greater than love. God loves us all, but our influence really expands when He knows he can trust us. This episode teaches us how to be sons and daughters God can trust.841falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/as-we-forgive-those--68485323https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68485323Sun, 09 Nov 2025 14:27:45 +0000Sean KouplenIn this powerful episode inspired by Jenny Manganero, Sean shares the power of forgiveness and how our forgiveness is linked to our ability to forgive others. Enjoy!700falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/who-is-really-on-the-throne--68387639https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68387639Sun, 02 Nov 2025 14:35:58 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, based on James 4, Sean asked us who is really on the throne? He discusses a couple of symptoms of a life in which we are on the throne and gives us the cure for making sure that God is really on the throne.754falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-shark-can-t-grow-in-a-fish-tank--68285511https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68285511Sun, 26 Oct 2025 13:55:17 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about the importance of our environment. We are the average of our five closest friends, and if you show me your friends, I will show you your future. Sean discusses the importance of not being limited by our environment,...670falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/as-it-turned-out--68203762https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68203762Sun, 19 Oct 2025 14:29:55 +0000Sean KouplenHave you ever felt like God has forgotten you? He has not. In this episode, Sean uses the book of Ruth to help us see her. God is always at work in our lives, whether we see it or not.735falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/assignment-vs-calling--68107650https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68107650Sun, 12 Oct 2025 12:58:45 +0000Sean KouplenThis is a fascinating topic that few of us think about. God has a calling on your life, but he may be using various assignments to prepare you for this calling. In this episode, Sean uses an awesome example from the Bible to encourage us to be...805falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/devotion-vs-commitment--68020816https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68020816Sun, 05 Oct 2025 14:19:58 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses the difference between devotion and commitment. This message is based upon an amazing speech that he heard early in the week from his mentor Frank Khalil. How would you live if you knew you were only here until...849falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/slow-to-anger--67930259https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67930259Sun, 28 Sep 2025 14:10:42 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about James 1:19 and how we can be slow to anger in a world filled with rage. He shares an amazing example of supernatural forgiveness than changed our world.853falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-will-you-be-remembered--67838992https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67838992Sun, 21 Sep 2025 12:47:37 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean urges all us to think about how we will be remembered? What defines your legacy? He asks some great questions, gives Biblical and current examples, and gives us a legacy checklist. Don’t miss this one!1035falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-turning-point--67753081https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67753081Sun, 14 Sep 2025 12:50:59 +0000Sean KouplenFollowing the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Sean shares about their friendship and how we should respond to this terrible act. He prays that this a turning point for our country, similar to 9-11.957falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/healing-of-the-heart--67664890https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67664890Sun, 07 Sep 2025 17:13:03 +0000Sean KouplenIn this most important episode, Sean shares about a process he has recently gone through to begin the healing of the heart. God wants a soft, open heart that he can communicate with and lead us through. But, in our lives, we have been disappointed,...1049falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ego-easing-god-out--67571727https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67571727Sun, 31 Aug 2025 14:33:24 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses the dangers of EGO. It is so easy to allow our own personal ambitions and feelings to crowd God out of our lives. Sean discusses what EGO looks like, what the Bible says about it, and some strategies to avoid it in our...878falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leaving-a-legacy-that-outlives-us--67495908https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67495908Sun, 24 Aug 2025 15:05:01 +0000Sean KouplenInspired by an amazing message given at a football dad‘s prayer breakfast, Sean shares an excellent teaching on how to leave a legacy that outlives us. He uses the life of David, along with many great leaders, to show us the keys to creating a legacy...909falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-first-evangelist--67402078https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67402078Sun, 17 Aug 2025 14:10:35 +0000Sean KouplenDid you know the woman at the well was the first evangelist? Sean didn’t either. This episode discussed her journey and impact, and gives us some very practical lessons for being evangelists today!749falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-eldest-son--67320159https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67320159Sun, 10 Aug 2025 13:26:50 +0000Sean KouplenThis episode is based upon a teaching about the eldest son. We all love the story about the prodigal son and how the father accepted him back with open arms. But what about the eldest son who had been working in the fields all those years. You will...809falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-consistency-crisis--67240375https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67240375Sun, 03 Aug 2025 23:47:05 +0000Sean KouplenOur society is struggling from a consistency crisis. Our leaders are all over the map and their actions do not match their words. In this episode, Sean discusses the tremendous value of consistency in all areas of our life and the eternal impact it...770falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-blessing-we-all-crave--67141940https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67141940Sun, 27 Jul 2025 12:45:08 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean gives a deeply personal teaching about our desire to receive the blessing. Many of us have gone our entire lives without the affirmation we are seeking. This can only change in an instant by receiving the blessing from Jesus...938falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keep-walking-your-path--67055696https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67055696Mon, 21 Jul 2025 13:32:35 +0000Sean KouplenSometimes life can get very difficult. This episode is designed to encourage all of us to just keep taking one step forward and stay on the path that God has laid out for us. We each have a unique path and we should not compare to others. Perhaps the...614falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stop-questioning-and-start-trusting--66963876
During her acceptance speech, she outline the challenges in her life, but she said something very important. Her life began to change when she stopped questioning God and started trusting in Him. This episode talks about that critical turning point and how we must all live in this way.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66963876Sun, 13 Jul 2025 13:52:39 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about an award acceptance speech that he heard this week from Priscilla Palermo. Priscilla received the Sharon Shoulders cowboy wife of the year award through the professional riding association. During her acceptance...
During her acceptance speech, she outline the challenges in her life, but she said something very important. Her life began to change when she stopped questioning God and started trusting in Him. This episode talks about that critical turning point and how we must all live in this way.]]>840falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fight-the-good-fight-of-faith--66875093https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66875093Sun, 06 Jul 2025 14:07:58 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses the importance of patience and perseverance when things are hard. He gives practical knowledge and biblical examples for staying strong when the going gets tough.699falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lead-like-a-champion-leadership-lessons-from-the-okc-thunder--66794701https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66794701Sun, 29 Jun 2025 14:45:13 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean analyzes the leadership lessons that brought an NBA title to a small market team with no “purchased” superstars- the Oklahoma City Thunder. He presents four biblical leadership lessons that will help us all lead like a champion!848falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jesus-in-disguise--66692147https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66692147Sun, 22 Jun 2025 12:30:35 +0000Sean KouplenIn today’s chaotic world, people are living in fear. You and I can be different. When we have confidence, faith and a good attitude, others will notice a difference and we can point them to Jesus. We can work as Jesus in disguise.787falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-it-too-late-for-jesus--66565143https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66565143Sun, 15 Jun 2025 13:55:08 +0000Sean KouplenHappy Father’s Day 2025! I think all of us have wondered if it’s too late for us, our family or our country. But there’s a story in Mark 5 that gives us the answer. Enjoy this very important edition and never give up on Jesus.690falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-avodah--66462598https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66462598Sun, 08 Jun 2025 13:34:47 +0000Sean KouplenIn scripture there is a very unique word with multiple meanings. It is a Hebrew word called Avodah and it means work, worship and service all in one word! Could we be doing work all wrong? In this episode, Sean shares that there is a better way.710falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stop-keeping-score--66355559https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66355559Sun, 01 Jun 2025 11:54:07 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean recounts some excellent advice he was given from a mentor. In marriage, friendship and business…stop keeping score. Learn to forgive others and run our own race. This is the key to happiness and impact in this life.932falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-20-mile-march--66271344https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66271344Sun, 25 May 2025 14:31:02 +0000Sean KouplenIn one of his favorite episodes ever, Sean shares a concept called The 20 Mile March and how it applies to our spiritual life. Consistent faith day after day is what God is after…our own individual 20 mile march.718falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/living-an-influential-life--66138493https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66138493Sun, 18 May 2025 13:06:17 +0000Sean KouplenAfter attending the funeral of his good friend, Sidney Shaw, Sean wanted to share this message around the importance of influence. Influence is not determined by your position or title, but how you treat others each and every day. We all have more...831falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-are-not-defined-by-our-mistakes--66038468
In this episode, Shohn shares a few of his many life mistakes with us, but explains that God does not define us by these mistakes. He shows biblical truth that mistakes are actually good for us and God can use them for our benefit.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66038468Sun, 11 May 2025 13:39:02 +0000Sean KouplenHappy Mother’s Day!!! In this episode, Shohn shares a few of his many life mistakes with us, but explains that God does not define us by these mistakes. He shows biblical truth that mistakes are actually good for us and God can use them for our benefit.
In this episode, Shohn shares a few of his many life mistakes with us, but explains that God does not define us by these mistakes. He shows biblical truth that mistakes are actually good for us and God can use them for our benefit.]]>1123falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-you-a-recovering-complainer--65905110https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65905110Sun, 04 May 2025 13:38:50 +0000Sean KouplenIf you are a recovering complainer… if everything seems wrong in your life and you don’t appreciate anything… This episode is for you! Sean talks about the importance of being grateful and appreciating everything that God has given us. We are only...897falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-four-keys-to-powerful-prayer--65765584https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65765584Sun, 27 Apr 2025 12:41:22 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about the power of prayer. The greatest spiritual heroes in the Bible and in our lives committed to a very strong prayer life. He gives amazing real world and biblical examples of prayer, and discusses the four keys to...1007falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/resurrection-power-in-our-lives-today--65641307https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65641307Sun, 20 Apr 2025 12:44:02 +0000Sean KouplenHappy Easter everyone! When Jesus died over 2000 years ago and was resurrected, it changed everything. The resurrection isn’t just an event, it is a person. That person is Jesus Christ and that same power lives within us today. This episode talks...763falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-alarm-clock-theology--65557583https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65557583Sun, 13 Apr 2025 15:29:55 +0000Sean KouplenWho here loves mornings? If you do, you are absolutely in the minority, but this devotional is designed to help us think about our day differently. Giving us five practical points and sharing an amazing story about Jesus, we hope that Sean will...854falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rediscovering-our-purpose--65378732https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65378732Sun, 06 Apr 2025 13:32:14 +0000Sean KouplenThis week, Sean traveled to Florida and to Kansas City and met with very successful CEOs in both of those locations. One of the things he heard a lot was that leaders seem to be struggling with rediscovering their purpose. They have been successful in...926falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/whatever-you-do--65236220https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65236220Sun, 30 Mar 2025 13:36:21 +0000Sean KouplenThis episode is one of our favorites of all time! It’s about Colossians 3:23 and helps us rethink the motivation behind our work. It helps the mundane turn into worship for God!887falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-trust-fall--65047403https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65047403Sun, 23 Mar 2025 13:40:10 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about trusting in Jesus one day at a time. Not looking to the future, not trying to plan, not worrying about tomorrow, but just trusting in him today and today only. This is so important in our world today. Let’s trust in...628falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/receive-joy--64899845https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64899845Sat, 15 Mar 2025 14:08:05 +0000Sean KouplenWhen is the last time you felt joy in your life? For many of us, it’s hard to remember the last time we felt truly joyful. In this episode, Sean discusses three biblical principles for experiencing joy. I think we could all learn from this one!847falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/our-support-system--64764224https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64764224Sat, 08 Mar 2025 14:17:09 +0000Sean KouplenWe all need support from time to time. You may be in a situation right now where everyone has left you, or things feel hopeless. This episode talks about how to deal with this. God never leaves you nor forsakes you.874falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-vision--64657294https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64657294Sun, 02 Mar 2025 14:04:38 +0000Sean KouplenIn today’s episode, Sean talks about the importance of having a God-given vision and how this vision can carry us through the darkest days. We discuss wonderful examples of vision and how we can reignite our own personal vision.834falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/caretaker-vs-owner-mindset--64526948https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64526948Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:54:02 +0000Sean KouplenIn today’s episode, Sean discusses a caretaker vs owner mindset. We are only on this earth for a short time. How can we change the way we think about our lives so we focus less on ourselves and more on glorifying God and others?582falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/occupy--64404696https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64404696Sun, 16 Feb 2025 14:10:28 +0000Sean KouplenIn Luke, Jesus tells the parable of the talents. In the scripture, the rich landowner tells his servants to occupy while he is gone. This does not mean to bury the talents and hunker down… This is a military term that means to expand your territory....847falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-ll-pray-for-you--64282988https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64282988Sun, 09 Feb 2025 14:13:31 +0000Sean KouplenHave you ever been aware of someone in need, and prayed for them, but did not take the extra step to help them? My friend Robert in New York City brought this up to me after a recent speech and it really got me thinking. Why do Christians tend to say...679falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/me-management-creating-a-life-of-self-discipline--64146437https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64146437Sun, 02 Feb 2025 14:45:32 +0000Sean KouplenI’m today’s episode, Sean shares a message about Me Management and the importance of self discipline. If we can keep our commitments to God, ourselves and others, we can create a life of significant impact and fulfillment.866falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-did-jesus-always-seem-to-have-time--63916063https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63916063Sun, 26 Jan 2025 18:42:53 +0000Sean KouplenIn a world where we are all so busy and overwhelmed, three conversations this week brought up Jesus’ amazing time management skills. How was he able to save the world in three years but still have time for everybody? I think this episode will help to...1013falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reflecting-god-s-glory--63751992https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63751992Sun, 19 Jan 2025 15:19:08 +0000Sean KouplenWhy were we created? Was it to beat budget, win awards or build a bigger house? I don’t think so. It was to reflect the glory of God to a world that needs Him badly. In today’s episode, Sean talks about how we can shift our focus from us to Him.942falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fresh-start-with-god--63665801https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63665801Sun, 12 Jan 2025 19:01:07 +0000Sean KouplenHappy new year everyone! Sean has returned from his trip to Dubai and is sharing a fantastic new year message with us. God is a God of new beginnings and there is no better time than to start fresh with God than the beginning of the new year. Today’s...749falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/god-is-at-work-in-dubai--63572125https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63572125Sat, 04 Jan 2025 08:24:59 +0000Sean KouplenIn today’s episode, Sean comes to us from half way around the world in Dubai! He shares an amazing spiritual encounter with a young man in the beach there, and the important teaching that God is always at work.784falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-room-at-the-inn--63507543https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63507543Sun, 29 Dec 2024 15:49:46 +0000Sean KouplenIn the last episode of 2024, Sean compares our life to the innkeeper who had no room for Joseph, Mary and baby Jesus. Do you have room for him in your life? This is a great way to get our priorities right as we head into 2025!677falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/billy-graham-s-secret-weapon--63437323https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63437323Sun, 22 Dec 2024 13:35:35 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses the secret weapon that Billy Graham shared in one of his most important sermons. The secret weapon is the power of the Holy Spirit. This can be the key to greater impact, energy and discernment as we lead in 2025....1074falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-are-not-an-orphan--63327152https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63327152Sun, 15 Dec 2024 14:18:26 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about the orphan spirit and how many of us live as if we are all alone and have to scrap and scrounge to survive. That is not what scripture says. We are signs and daughters of the most high God and if we accept this fact,...1003falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/higher-living--63211846https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63211846Sat, 07 Dec 2024 19:15:17 +0000Sean KouplenGod tells us that His thoughts and ways are higher than His thoughts and ways. In this episode, Sean talks about how we can live in this way. Let’s allow Jesus to transform our heart and mind so we can live like Him.916falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/repair-versus-restoration--63092757https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63092757Sun, 01 Dec 2024 13:41:55 +0000Sean KouplenA wonderful lunch last week inspired Sean to study the difference between God’s repair and restoration. Using the Toronto revival of 1994 as his example, Sean helps us understand that none of us is beyond the restoring power of God. He wants to make...1034falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gratitude-advantage--62986752https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62986752Sun, 24 Nov 2024 13:41:06 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean takes a different look at the power of gratitude. By using The Happiness Advantage book and the Bible, he shows us how we can live a life in which we focus on the positive and not the negative.848falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/schizophrenic-christianity--62775095https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62775095Sun, 17 Nov 2024 14:37:07 +0000Sean KouplenChristian leaders out there, you have to listen to this one! It is time to stop driving and accept the grace of Jesus Christ. It will change everything. Based on Chapter 4 of Destined to Reign, this message will change your life and your...631falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-re-gonna-miss-this--62681528https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62681528Sun, 10 Nov 2024 14:15:48 +0000Sean KouplenThis is our favorite episode yet! While traveling to Florida to an amazing conference, Sean heard the songwriter perform “You’re Gonna Miss This” and it really made an impact on him. This episode is about the importance of being present and not...880falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anchoring-our-day-to-him--62596513https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62596513Sun, 03 Nov 2024 15:00:02 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses the importance of leading ourselves before we can lead others. A very important strategy around these lines is to spend quality time in the morning with God. We must anchor our days to him. When we do this, it changes...1136falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-matter-what--62520876https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62520876Sun, 27 Oct 2024 17:48:18 +0000Sean KouplenHow is it possible to have joy in this world when so many negative things around us? That is the question that Sean answers in this very important episode. God is calling us to have joy in his love, no matter our circumstances. Let’s learn how to do...1082falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-my-purpose--62429346https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62429346Sun, 20 Oct 2024 15:11:39 +0000Sean KouplenFrom time to time, we all wonder about our purpose. Why were we created? Are we living out the purpose that God has for our lives? In this very important episode, Sean gives us five keys to helping us discover God‘s purpose for our lives. it is a...986falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/everlasting-love--62349613https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62349613Sun, 13 Oct 2024 12:40:36 +0000Sean KouplenThis episode talks about God’s everlasting love for us. We all believe our self worth is based on our performance, but that’s not the truth. Sean gives compelling evidence that God’s love will never change and He is always there.979falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-secret-weapon--62261633https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62261633Sun, 06 Oct 2024 21:40:22 +0000Sean KouplenThis episode it entitled to Sean’s close friend Jerry Smith, who just passed away. When Jesus left this earth, He gave us a secret weapon, the Holy Spirit. This helper gives us wisdom, energy, power and direction but we must ask and listen to Him....1121falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/turn-our-eyes-upon-jesus--62154016https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62154016Sun, 29 Sep 2024 13:21:13 +0000Sean KouplenThese words from a timeless hymn encapsulate today’s episode. Where is your focus today? Is it on Jesus or is it on the world? In this episode, Sean talks about strategies for bringing our focus back to Jesus and making him the center of our world. If...1154falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lean-on-me--62066046https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62066046Sun, 22 Sep 2024 12:20:27 +0000Sean KouplenAre you going through a challenge that you just can’t control? The scripture tells us to lean on Jesus. He will carry our burdens. This episode talks about how hard it has been for Sean to do this in his life, but some strategies he uses every day...1105falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-work-within-us--61665484https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61665484Sun, 15 Sep 2024 00:31:12 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about an experience he had years ago of frustration with his board of directors, and how a friend of his gave him some life changing advice. When we are experiencing frustrations or challenges, the work is often within us....752falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-refreshed-and-renewed-mind--61297535https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61297535Sat, 07 Sep 2024 23:41:50 +0000Sean KouplenIn this important episode, Sean talks about the importance of renewing our mind. So many people are burned out right now by trying to do too much, trying to please others and allowing the world to weigh heavily on their shoulders. There is a better...1197falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fight-the-monotony--61223654https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61223654Sat, 31 Aug 2024 14:43:22 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses how to fight the monotony of our day-to-day lives. It is so easy to sleep walk through our lives with our minds in neutral and just following our habits day by day. Sean talks about some amazing strategies for an...937falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/choose-joy--61138630https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61138630Sat, 24 Aug 2024 17:01:38 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about the importance of choosing joy . In a world where we are pushed away from joy and into frustration and dissatisfaction, he provides strategies for helping us to change our mindset to one that is more joyful and grateful.907falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/living-your-priorities--61075857https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61075857Mon, 19 Aug 2024 03:02:08 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about the importance of living our priorities. He shares a popular life management system called the Priority Promise and it will change the way you love your life!1067falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-fear-of-god--60979197https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60979197Sat, 10 Aug 2024 13:24:41 +0000Sean KouplenBased on a wonderful teaching by John Bevere, talks about how it is important for us to have a healthy fear and respect of God. We’re not to be scared of Him, but to live our lives in a way where we have tremendous respect and honor for Him. This will...1111falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/building-a-world-class-culture--60913126https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60913126Sat, 03 Aug 2024 20:36:37 +0000Sean KouplenThis episode comes from a recent teaching that Sean did with a group of nonprofit leaders in Tulsa. It outlines a few of the key ways that Regent Bank has become a best place to work nationally while maintaining a tremendous growth and profitability...1019falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/looking-for-the-one--60846819https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60846819Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:45:08 +0000Sean KouplenIn this powerful episode, Sean uses the book “Looking for the One” by David McIver to show the importance of living our life like Jesus and looking for the one He is trying to reach in our daily lives. Jesus was the greatest model of this type of...649falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-solution-for-self-pity--60752649https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60752649Sat, 20 Jul 2024 19:33:57 +0000Sean KouplenToday’s world is filled with self-pity and entitlement. We all believe something is owed to us and life should be perfect, but that’s not how it is. In this episode, Sean talks about the solution for self-pity and how dangerous it can be when we...683falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unsung-hero--60683532https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60683532Sat, 13 Jul 2024 16:17:10 +0000Sean KouplenSean‘s grandfather Bill Anderson passed away this week on Monday morning. As he was driving to the hospital for his last moments with his grandpa, the song “Unsung Hero” came on the radio. It was very fitting because that’s exactly what his grandpa...804falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-way-the-truth-and-the-life--60618880https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60618880Sat, 06 Jul 2024 14:26:22 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode inspired by Sean’s son and his grandfather, Sean talks about John 14 and what it really means to you and me. There are many things to strive for in this life, but only One thing matters.1072falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gift-of-one-day--60551851https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60551851Sun, 30 Jun 2024 00:09:08 +0000Sean KouplenHave you ever woke up and the first thought in your mind was how much you dread the day ahead? That is not how Jesus wants us to live. In this inspiring episode, Sean shares amazing scripture and stories about how to approach each day as a gift.1160falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-there-really-a-greater-plan--60471934https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60471934Sat, 22 Jun 2024 12:53:56 +0000Sean KouplenIn today’s world, it is very easy to believe that there is no plan and everything is in chaos. The Bible, however, tells us something very different and Sean’s life is proof that there is a plan. This important devotional will outline what the Bible...1278falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-strong-mind--60393950https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60393950Sat, 15 Jun 2024 12:26:50 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about the importance of having a strong mind. It is the only way we can be salt and light in today’s world. He talks about three ways the Bible tells us we can strengthen our mind and focus on Jesus every single day.895falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/challenges-create-our-legacy--60321818https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60321818Sat, 08 Jun 2024 13:32:23 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses how challenges create our legacy. We can look throughout history and see that the greatest leaders overcome the greatest challenges, but we can also look to people in our own lives as well. It’s important to look at...1028falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-impact-we-cannot-see--60248438https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60248438Sat, 01 Jun 2024 17:19:30 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about the incredible impact we can have on this world if we just abide with Jesus one day at a time. You may never see this impact because people don’t always tell you when you are affecting them in a positive way. However,...1030falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-carl-pohlad-story--60187860https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60187860Mon, 27 May 2024 13:57:26 +0000Sean KouplenGod can do the impossible. In this episode, God shares his improbable first step in taking 94X global, and he shares an amazing story about his friend Chuck Ripka and Minnesota Twins owner Carl Pohlad.1216falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/salt-and-light--60083969https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60083969Sat, 18 May 2024 17:10:10 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean shares a teaching from John Maxwell about salt and light. In a world full of darkness, can we stand out and be different. Can we be contagious and draw people to ourselves because of our love for Jesus Christ? This includes some...969falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-lemonade-out-of-lemons--59982536https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59982536Sat, 11 May 2024 16:59:53 +0000Sean KouplenAll of us are either in a challenging time, we just came out of a challenging time, or we are going into a challenging time. When we do, we must remember that God is in control. He can take the bad and turn it into good, and He can make lemonade out...986falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-four-pictures-of-god--59818056https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59818056Sat, 04 May 2024 16:19:19 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean shares an amazing teaching from a conference he attended with John Maxwell last week. Many of us run from God because we have the wrong picture of Him. In this episode, Sean shares the four pictures of God to help us draw closer...1103falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-things-of-earth-will-grow-strangely-dim--59679844https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59679844Sat, 27 Apr 2024 23:56:24 +0000Sean KouplenWhat if our full focus was on the voice of God every moment of every day. In this episode, you will hear a remarkable example of a man named Chuck Ripka who lives this way. This is how we were meant to live and the things of earth will grow...968falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-two-secrets-to-peace--59566032https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59566032Sat, 20 Apr 2024 12:52:45 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean shares the two secrets to living a peaceful life. It is very easy to go through our life and fear and in want. There’s always something bigger out there and always something better. There is always something to be afraid of, but...1102falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-are-enough--59450317https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59450317Sat, 13 Apr 2024 15:55:37 +0000Sean KouplenHave you ever felt unworthy, guilty or ashamed? I think all of us have felt this way at some point. This episode tells us the truth about who we are and where we should find our value. Jesus loves us with an everlasting love, and nothing can change that.1002falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-do-you-measure-success--59321919https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59321919Sat, 06 Apr 2024 14:38:38 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about how important it is to measure success the right way. He gives examples of people who are on top of the world when their business is doing well, but struggle with depression when things are not going well. We cannot...1097falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-resurrection-and-selflessness--59231917https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59231917Sat, 30 Mar 2024 17:25:45 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, recorded on the day before Easter, Sean shares a review of the Holy Week, and the power of Jesus resurrection. He also discusses the life of a dear friend, and what really matters in this life.1196falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/this-is-the-voice--59147072https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59147072Sat, 23 Mar 2024 14:15:00 +0000Sean KouplenIn today’s episode, Sean talks about one of his favorite TV shows, the Voice, and how it lines up with scripture. In today’s world, we must listen to the right voice and not the voice of the world.1180falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maximizing-our-potential--59070391https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59070391Sat, 16 Mar 2024 16:38:02 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses a well-known video from Harvard Professor Clay Christiansen, on how we will measure our life. Sean believes that God will measure us against our potential, and the only way we can achieve our potential is to live...1116falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/god-will-never-give-up-on-you--58983853https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58983853Sat, 09 Mar 2024 18:27:52 +0000Sean KouplenIn this powerful episode, Sean shares multiple stories from the Bible and friends of his that illustrate God never gives up on us. No matter how low we have gone, He is always there. Sometimes He takes us down to the bedrock to get our attention, and...1012falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/in-pursuit-of-happiness--58897752https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58897752Sat, 02 Mar 2024 12:11:43 +0000Sean KouplenThis episode, named after the popular 2006 movie, starring Will Smith, talks about what really makes us happy. Our entire world is searching for joy and all the wrong places. Jesus tells us where to find it, and I hope you will listen to this amazing...1128falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-strength-we-need--58808464https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58808464Sat, 24 Feb 2024 17:30:41 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about his experience at Chick-fil-A headquarters and what he learned about the founder, Truett Cathey. He shares two of Truett’s traits that are critical to leadership success today. He exhibited tremendous resilience and...1109falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/avodah--58716209https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58716209Sat, 17 Feb 2024 15:04:07 +0000Sean KouplenThis simple Hebrew word will change your life. God never intended for us to separate work, worship and service. Sean shares how we can follow God’s teaching to bring them all together into one integrated, powerful life.865falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-can-certainly-do-it--58634153https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58634153Sat, 10 Feb 2024 13:48:27 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses the power of perspective. How we view the world changes everything. If we choose to live a life of fear and see shadows constantly, we will be miserable, and our witness will be very weak. If we choose to trust in God,...801falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/understanding-our-influence--58554916https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58554916Sat, 03 Feb 2024 13:41:12 +0000Sean KouplenIn this game, changing episode, Sean talks about the influence that we have on others every day. In a world that is filled with challenges and frustrations, we can be the light that another person needs to see. You will enjoy the stories, quotes and...909falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-two-lies--58476968https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58476968Sun, 28 Jan 2024 04:26:21 +0000Sean KouplenIn this important episode, Sean talks about the two lies that push us away from our relationship with God. We allow guilt and shame to create distance from our Savior and this is not what He intended. We hope this podcast changes your life as much as...1034falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-i-pray-with-you--58383339https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58383339Sat, 20 Jan 2024 17:41:56 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses the power of a very simple question…can I pray with you? Not “I will pray for you” at a later date, but “can I pray with you” right on the spot when the need is being discussed. He tells amazing stories about how...1065falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-process--58291147https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58291147Sat, 13 Jan 2024 17:12:15 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about the importance of daily processes, systems, and habits in our life. He encourages us to focus less on goal-setting and resolutions, and more on daily habits that will have a much greater impact. He gives examples of...952falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-victorious-life--58217540https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58217540Sat, 06 Jan 2024 13:41:51 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean reflects on the funeral of a dear friend, and what really makes a victorious life. He makes a case that the things we strive for in this life are definitely not the answer.1179falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/six-things-to-leave-behind-in-2023--58156580https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58156580Sat, 30 Dec 2023 18:50:00 +0000Sean KouplenIn our final episode of 2023, Sean discusses six things we need to leave behind as we move into the new year. He also gives us three ideas for making 2024 our best year yet. God loves new beginnings, and He wants the best for his children. May He...1262falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/choose-what-is-better--58103678https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58103678Sat, 23 Dec 2023 13:50:04 +0000Sean KouplenIn this very timely episode, Sean discusses how easy it is to become overwhelmed this time of the year. There are so many parties, events, and presents to buy for loved ones that it can cause a nervous breakdown! This episode discusses focusing on...1104falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-god-really-there--58028857https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58028857Sat, 16 Dec 2023 14:36:24 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about how difficult it is to see God in our world today. It is very easy for us to believe that he must be on vacation or taking a nap, or he has completely given up on us. But that’s not the case and this episode explains...1273falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-your-legacy--57962765https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57962765Sat, 09 Dec 2023 23:47:52 +0000Sean KouplenIf I could require everyone in the world to listen to one episode of KDCEO, it would be this one. It changed my life. Fresh off of a Discipleship retreat and being the visitor on an amazing podcast, Sean shares the remarkable story of Justin...1124falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/who-will-visit-their-well--57897503https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57897503Sun, 03 Dec 2023 19:40:00 +0000Sean KouplenIn this powerful episode, Sean talks about a recent conference he attended called Jesus NOW in Fort Worth, Texas. he shares some amazing statistics about our societies, openness to Jesus Christ, and the key to reaching these people. The time is now,...1040falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/god-s-performance-review--57805167https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57805167Sat, 25 Nov 2023 15:29:26 +0000Sean KouplenIn today’s episode, Sean talks about God‘s performance review, and how it may not go exactly the way that we think it will. We live in a performance-based society, and we get down on ourselves very easily, but God loves us just as we are. He wants to...896falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/being-thankful-on-thanksgiving--57784218https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57784218Thu, 23 Nov 2023 15:26:40 +0000Sean KouplenHappy Thanksgiving and welcome to a special holiday edition of KDCEO! In this episode, Sean talks about the importance of gratitude, and how it can completely change our lives. He talks about the spiritual background for this and shares some...989falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-royal-family--57707583https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57707583Sun, 19 Nov 2023 03:57:54 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about the inferiority complex so many of us live with. 70% of us struggle with imposter syndrome… Feeling that we are not good enough, and will someday be found out. That is not how God intended for us to live. We have been...957falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/miracles--57601538https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57601538Sun, 12 Nov 2023 00:56:19 +0000Sean KouplenIn this important episode, Sean shares three amazing miracles from his life and encourages us all to believe. We must believe in the the power of Jesus Christ, no matter how difficult things may look in our lives right now. He loves you, he knows...1178falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holy-ground--57510257https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57510257Sat, 04 Nov 2023 13:38:23 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses Exodus 3:5 and how we are living on Holy Ground. What if we truly allowed the Holy Spirit to guide us in how we listen, speak and act? We could live with peace and joy no matter the circumstances around us.1050falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/green-pastures--57420879https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57420879Sat, 28 Oct 2023 12:32:21 +0000Sean Kouplen“He makes me lie down in green pastures.” We all love Psalm 23, but how can we live this out today? Sean shares God’s message to him and he we can live with Peace and be a light during these turbulent times.914falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/go-gently-into-this-day--57337205https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57337205Sat, 21 Oct 2023 18:06:30 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean shares a very important teaching in his life. Go gently into the day, and be guided by the Holy Spirit. Many of the mistakes in Sean’s life have occurred because he has simply moved too fast without consulting God. By abiding and...1234falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-day-at-a-time--57233419https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57233419Sat, 14 Oct 2023 13:02:59 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about trusting in God one day at a time, particularly in today’s world. He talks about the importance of constant listening and obedience, and how God will lead us. He also discusses what is happening in Israel and what...1186falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/he-knows--57145876https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57145876Sat, 07 Oct 2023 16:31:56 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses how God knows us but not in the negative “He knows everything bad about me” way we think of. He knows our strengths, our capabilities and our future. No matter where we are in life, we can have confidence because God...1056falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maintain-our-position--57004476https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57004476Sat, 30 Sep 2023 16:36:49 +0000Sean KouplenThis episode outlines the importance of maintaining our spiritual leadership position at home and at work. Sean uses the examples of Adam and Nehemiah to explain how critical our role is. Without spiritual leadership, families and companies will not...1002falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/faith-and-boldness--56908873https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56908873Sat, 23 Sep 2023 12:46:07 +0000Sean KouplenIn this life-changing episode, Sean shares the importance of faith and boldness as a leader. We cannot focus on the circumstances in front of us, but we must focus on the power of God, and have faith in a brighter future. He discusses a new book he...1421falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beauty-but-no-joy--56820456https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56820456Sat, 16 Sep 2023 12:51:33 +0000Sean KouplenIn this first-ever international edition of KDCEO, Sean comes to us live from Santorini Island off the coast of Greece. During his trip to Greece, Sean has noticed that the people there are surrounded by beauty but experience no joy. He uses the...1122falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-king-s-best-friend--56745281https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56745281Sat, 09 Sep 2023 12:44:31 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about the amazing relationship we can have with Jesus. He is our King, but He also wants to be our best friend. How cool is that! Jesus also calls us to live in this world, but not of this world. We must keep our eye on...1249falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/opening-the-door--56668104https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56668104Sat, 02 Sep 2023 13:22:06 +0000Sean KouplenThis is Sean’s favorite KDCEO episode of all time! In fact, it took him three tries to get through it without crying!!! In this episode, Sean tells the story of his childhood friend Mike Shelton and his son Jaren. He discusses the power of simply...926falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/run-your-race--56598747https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56598747Sat, 26 Aug 2023 14:38:40 +0000Sean KouplenIn this KDCEO episode, Sean encourages us to run the race that God has laid out for us and live for an audience of one. Let’s not allow the opinions of others to guide our direction. Let’s be patient and follow His plan. Let’s run our race.1117falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-life-doesn-t-make-sense--56520479https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56520479Sat, 19 Aug 2023 13:35:05 +0000Sean KouplenWhat do we do when things in our life just don’t make sense? In this episode Sean talks about how unpredictable life can be and how we all go through challenging times that just do not make sense. How do we respond during these times? Sean talks about...789falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bringing-god-s-love-into-your-business--56449249https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56449249Sat, 12 Aug 2023 13:33:27 +0000Sean KouplenThis the foundational teaching of KDCEO. In this episode, Sean talks about why it’s important to bring the love of God into our businesses and how we can do it. God did not put you in your position to increase net income and shareholder value, he...1122falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/strengthen-my-hands--56377604https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56377604Sat, 05 Aug 2023 12:33:32 +0000Sean KouplenIn this very important episode, Sean uses the example of Nehemiah to encourage us to continue the difficult work God has called us to do. Let’s not run from the burden God has placed on our heart, but let’s be strengthened through prayer to complete...1189falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-your-motivation-at-work--56286338https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56286338Sat, 29 Jul 2023 14:23:35 +0000Sean KouplenWe are all motivated by different things at work. Perhaps it is getting a promotion, earning money to buy something we want, or saving for retirement. God has a different plan for our work and this episode outlines this plan. We pray that this...790falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crisis-of-faith--56183803https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56183803Sat, 22 Jul 2023 10:40:30 +0000Sean KouplenHave you ever had doubted that Jesus was real or struggled to feel His presence in your life? This is a very common occurrence today as people see the challenges facing our world. It causes doubt, depression and even suicide. In this important...990falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/who-is-your-provider--56111248https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56111248Sat, 15 Jul 2023 13:51:07 +0000Sean KouplenDo you struggle with scarcity? Are you scared for your provision during these challenging economic times? In this episode, Sean illustrates God’s amazing provision in his own life and throughout the Bible. Everyone needs to hear this one!!!1004falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/effort-does-not-equal-outcome--56034607https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56034607Sat, 08 Jul 2023 12:22:27 +0000Sean KouplenIn this new episode, Sean shares that our efforts do not equal our outcomes. God calls us to work hard with excellence unto Him, but our results are not about our effort…they are about Him. God provides us with the breakthroughs we need and God...1060falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/who-am-i--55726889https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55726889Sat, 01 Jul 2023 19:30:59 +0000Sean KouplenIn today’s episode, Sean expands on the theme from New Life Ranch’s church camp, Who Am I? We all struggle with allowing society to define us. Maybe it’s our boss, our siblings, our friends, or our next-door neighbor. None of their opinions matter....1105falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/never-look-back--54885058https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54885058Sat, 24 Jun 2023 20:14:34 +0000Sean KouplenIn this very important episode, Sean talks about the importance of never looking back and focusing on the future. Many of us can get stuck in the glory days or allow the mistakes of our past to be an anchor that drags us down. This is not God’s intent...857falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-do-you-handle-adversity--54476861https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54476861Sat, 17 Jun 2023 13:32:24 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about how to handle adversity. We all deal with challenges in our lives. While we can’t always change our circumstances, we can change how we respond. This is particularly important for leaders right now because everyone...988falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-four-principles-of-transformational-leadership--54208932https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54208932Sat, 10 Jun 2023 14:02:40 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean summarizes a speech that he gave recently to a group of athletic directors here in Tulsa. It is the four principles of transformational leadership, and it highlights the main lessons he has learned in 25 years as an executive...967falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-one--54084223https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54084223Sat, 03 Jun 2023 12:12:01 +0000Sean KouplenIn our most popular episode yet, Sean shares the power that one person can have in our world. It’s easy to look at the state of our world today and become discouraged, but we must understand the power God has given each of us to make an impact in our...1077falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spiritual-scavenger-hunt--54021639https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54021639Sun, 28 May 2023 12:19:31 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean urges us to live differently and treat each day as a spiritual scavenger hunt. Instead of hurrying through the day and trying to get all of our to list complete, what if our full focus and measure of success were how closely we...1063falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/being-present-and-interruptible--53942806https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53942806Sat, 20 May 2023 13:59:07 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses the danger of always being in a hurry. We may miss the greatest moments of our day or our life, and we will definitely miss being part of God‘s plan if we are in a hurry and not staying present. Sean discusses what the...1039falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-most-important-leadership-lesson--53845037https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53845037Sat, 13 May 2023 13:15:17 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean shares the most important leadership lesson that Jesus ever taught. The reason we know this is because it is the last lesson he taught, right before he died. If we can master this single lesson, we will be better leaders, better...948falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lean-on-me--53759057https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53759057Sat, 06 May 2023 12:59:01 +0000Sean KouplenChances are, you are either dealing with a challenge or about to deal with one. This episode of KDCEO gives us great biblical instruction for how to deal with difficult times. God never leaves us or forsakes us!886falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-focus--53689482https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53689482Sat, 29 Apr 2023 15:51:34 +0000Sean KouplenThis is one of our favorite episodes! In this episode, Sean talks about the power of focus, and how it can change our lives. He kept several remarkable examples, and tells us what the Bible says about our focus and where it should be. If we focus on...990falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/living-steady--53613881https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53613881Sat, 22 Apr 2023 12:04:14 +0000Sean KouplenHave you ever had a boss, coworker, friend, or spouse whose mood drastically changed from day to day? When you showed up at work, or at home, you did not know what to expect. This type of living has a negativeimpact on those around us. Living steady...945falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-complain-or-delay--53544186https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53544186Sat, 15 Apr 2023 12:16:53 +0000Sean KouplenThis one could hit a little close to home for some of us! Today’s episode teaches us that complaining and not immediately obeying God’s calling could be blocking the blessings in your life. God wants us to be us and let him be God. When we complain...802falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tracing-the-footsteps-of-jesus--53477437https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53477437Sat, 08 Apr 2023 12:58:11 +0000Sean KouplenToday is April 8, the day before Easter. In this very important episode, we trace the footsteps of our King Jesus during Holy Week as he gave his life for us. We discuss why this week is so important and how Jesus serves as the ultimate example for...1095falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stop-selling-and-start-helping--53411542https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53411542Sat, 01 Apr 2023 12:24:21 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about an epiphany that he had about 10 years ago during his prayer time. It changed everything with his life and his business. He felt that the Lord told him to stop selling and start helping. When we learn to give and...848falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-attitude-of-a-leader--53334235https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53334235Sat, 25 Mar 2023 14:44:55 +0000Sean KouplenLeadership is difficult when times are tough, but the attitude of a leader is never more important than when the organization is dealing with adversity. We must fight our tendency to be insular, scared, and negative. Instead, we must be positive,...774falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/living-above-our-circumstances--53244499https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53244499Sat, 18 Mar 2023 05:47:17 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about the importance of living above our circumstances. As a leader, we cannot allow our circumstances to define our mood and how we treat others. When our employees don’t know which boss is going to show up each day, they...915falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-real-story-behind-silicon-valley-bank--53169484
Sean ends our episode by discussing how important it is to have a helper, and to know that Jesus Christ is always with us, no matter how difficult our circumstances.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53169484Sat, 11 Mar 2023 21:06:11 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean takes a departure from our regular discussions to share the rest of the story behind the recent failure of Silicon Valley Bank. It is probably a very different story than what you would expect. Sean ends our episode by...
Sean ends our episode by discussing how important it is to have a helper, and to know that Jesus Christ is always with us, no matter how difficult our circumstances.]]>926falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-the-94x-movement--53095213https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53095213Sat, 04 Mar 2023 16:02:26 +0000Sean KouplenIn this very important episode, Sean tells us how the 94X movement was born and tells us all about it. It will be unveiled to the public on Good Friday, April 7 and we hope you will join us as a 94X Ambassador!954falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/focus-on-the-gain--52848044https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52848044Sat, 25 Feb 2023 13:43:29 +0000Sean KouplenIf you are an overachiever who is never happy or satisfied, this week’s episode is for you!!! Based upon Dan Sullivan’s new book, this episode offers strategies for being more content and appreciating our progress!1021falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prioritization-and-focus--52778204https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52778204Sun, 19 Feb 2023 01:32:05 +0000Sean KouplenIf you are a leader, you probably struggle with prioritization and focus. I certainly do, but this episode includes some very practical tips on how to improve in these areas. Nothing can change your life like better prioritization and focus. We all...1173falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/battling-through-tough-times--52703015https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52703015Sat, 11 Feb 2023 15:08:18 +0000Sean KouplenIn this amazing episode, Sean talks about how to persevere through extreme challenges in our lives. He shares an inspiring story of a local war hero, his own personal experience and the story of Joseph in the Bible to motivate and instruct us to stay...953falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-is-our-identity-based-upon--52636653https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52636653Sat, 04 Feb 2023 17:10:37 +0000Sean KouplenIn our world, it is very easy to get caught up in what other people think about us. Whether you are in middle school, college or the CEO of your company, other peoples’ opinions of us really matter. This episode discusses what a mistake this is. Other...852falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/building-a-foundation-of-trust--52568881https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52568881Sat, 28 Jan 2023 13:30:02 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about how trust is the foundation of an abundant life, and a meaningful life serving God. It is very difficult to trust in our world today, because we have all had someone to take advantage of us. However, we can fully...887falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-worry-creeps-in--52503194https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52503194Sat, 21 Jan 2023 16:06:52 +0000Sean KouplenIn this very timely episode, Sean talks about his own battles with worry and anxiety and how he has dealt with them. He also gives tremendous examples in the Bible of what to do when worry creeps in. We live in a world filled with negative headlines...912falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/waiting-on-god--52441377https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52441377Sat, 14 Jan 2023 16:13:50 +0000Sean KouplenIn this very practical episode, Sean talks about the importance of waiting on God and being patient. In a world of immediate gratitude, we don’t like to wait, but sometimes it is God‘s will. He is often preparing us or working behind the scenes to...1063falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/more-impact-with-less-effort--52378082https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52378082Sat, 07 Jan 2023 14:53:05 +0000Sean KouplenIn today’s episode, Sean shares how we can have more impact with less effort. How was Jesus able to change the world with a 3 1/2 year ministry? Find out in this episode. We can live a life in which we are less busy and more impactful. This is what...1045falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/living-in-the-kingdom-in-2023--52322736
As we close out 2022, we are taking a moment to evaluate the past year and set goals for the year ahead. This episode gives some very practical tips of how to live intentionally and live in the kingdom in 2023.

We will not be scripted by the media, by social media, or by anyone else. Let’s run our own intentional race in 2023 and make it our best year ever.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52322736Sat, 31 Dec 2022 15:35:59 +0000Sean KouplenHappy new year 2023!!!! As we close out 2022, we are taking a moment to evaluate the past year and set goals for the year ahead. This episode gives some very practical tips of how to live intentionally and live in the kingdom in 2023. We will not...
As we close out 2022, we are taking a moment to evaluate the past year and set goals for the year ahead. This episode gives some very practical tips of how to live intentionally and live in the kingdom in 2023.

We will not be scripted by the media, by social media, or by anyone else. Let’s run our own intentional race in 2023 and make it our best year ever.]]>796falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-passion-of-paul--52274113https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52274113Sat, 24 Dec 2022 16:28:58 +0000Sean KouplenMerry Christmas everyone! As we celebrate the birth of our Savior, we will want to live passionately for Him. No one did this better than Paul. He practiced five principles that made him extraordinarily effective and this episode outlines those...994falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/life-lessons-from-coach-mike-leach--52212510https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52212510Sat, 17 Dec 2022 14:14:42 +0000Sean KouplenWe were all so sad to hear of the passing of college coach Mike Leach earlier this week. What has happened since then, however, has been nothing sort of remarkable. The impact Coach Leach had on others and the hundreds of stories being being shared...855falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/time-management-according-to-jesus--52146992https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52146992Sat, 10 Dec 2022 12:56:32 +0000Sean KouplenThe one resource we can never earn more of is time. The Bible tells us we will give an account of how we have used our time here on earth, and I believe this is particularly important for leaders. In this thought-provoking episode, Sean studies the...1048falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/there-is-power-in-purpose--52086625https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52086625Sat, 03 Dec 2022 14:58:03 +0000Sean KouplenWhat is your purpose? What did God uniquely create you for here in this earth? If you are like many of us, you lost your purpose somewhere along the way. This highly impactful episode talks about the importance of finding our purpose and how we can...1163falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-single-greatest-life-change-we-can-make--52017391https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52017391Sat, 26 Nov 2022 14:19:23 +0000Sean KouplenThere are many things we can do to change our life. We can eat healthier, read more, exercise, work harder, set personal goals and much more. The single greatest thing we can do to change our life, however, is to cultivate an attitude of gratefulness....1217falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-four-stages-of-life--51950571https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51950571Sat, 19 Nov 2022 12:42:56 +0000Sean KouplenThis episode is a game changer! Sean discusses the book ‘From Strength to Strength’ and how we can build true happiness throughout our life. We must understand that happiness lies in deep, lasting friendships and that there are four stages of life...1131falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-you-peter-or-simon--51871453https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51871453Sat, 12 Nov 2022 13:29:27 +0000Sean KouplenSimon was his birth name and Peter was the name that Jesus gave him. In this episode, Sean discusses how we all have a little Simon in us and a little Peter in us, and we must decide who we will be. Will we be the rock that Jesus built the church on,...1215falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-will-you-measure-your-life--51795010https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51795010Sat, 05 Nov 2022 12:39:33 +0000Sean KouplenThis is Sean’s favorite KDCEO episode of all time! In business and in life, how we measure things is very important. Companies that focus too heavily on short term measures will ultimately die. People that focus on the wrong measures will live a...1078falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/overcoming-anxiety--51724666https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51724666Sat, 29 Oct 2022 13:19:52 +0000Sean KouplenWe are bombarded by bad news all day every day, and it is easy to become anxious and fearful. I spent 34 years living this way and I’m excited to share a few thoughts about how to overcome anxiety. I pray that this episode will impact your life as...1150falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-orphan-spirit--51653122https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51653122Sat, 22 Oct 2022 12:37:26 +0000Sean KouplenIn order for us to be kingdom driven leaders, we must love our people deeply. We cannot love our people deeply unless we love ourselves. Many of us struggle with an orphan spirit where we feel like we are not good enough to be loved by God. This...1037falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/7-ways-to-create-an-amazing-culture--51507890https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51507890Sat, 08 Oct 2022 13:23:40 +0000Sean KouplenWe are going super practical in this weeks episode. Sean gets asked daily about the remarkable culture at Regent Bank. So, in this episode, he is laying out seven ways to create an amazing culture in your business, nonprofit, organization or family....872falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unconditional-love--51436251https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51436251Sat, 01 Oct 2022 11:30:35 +0000Sean KouplenThe foundation of being a Kingdom Driven Leader is love, but it’s hard to love others when we can’t love ourselves. This important episode helps us battle the lie that we are not good enough or unlovable. It makes the case for unconditional love.1093falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/slow-down-and-listen--51368055https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51368055Sat, 24 Sep 2022 12:19:55 +0000Sean KouplenIn this powerful episode, Sean shares the key to being a kingdom driven leader, listening to God, the boss. Many of us want to hear from God, but we just don’t seem to hear his voice. In this episode, Sean talks about some strategies for hearing God’s...1008falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/make-god-the-boss--51288883https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51288883Sat, 17 Sep 2022 12:11:45 +0000Sean KouplenTo be a Kingdom Driven CEO, we must resign from our position and turn the leadership of our company, family or organization over to God. But how do we do this? This episode talks about abiding daily and truly obeying Him. I hope you agree that this...1105falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-does-kingdom-living-really-mean--51209994https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51209994Sat, 10 Sep 2022 12:36:57 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about the concept of kingdom living and how different it is from religion and from living in the world. He gives multiple examples of what this looks like in business, and how countercultural it really is. We believe that...1034falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/we-are-weak-but-he-is-strong--51130255https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51130255Sat, 03 Sep 2022 14:09:10 +0000Sean KouplenIn this week‘s episode, Sean talks about how God loves it when we are frail and weak. He is looking for people who are open and teachable, not those who feel like they have it all figured out. Sean shares a heartwarming story about his son Finley who...820falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-number-one-predictor-of-success--51048941https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51048941Sat, 27 Aug 2022 15:38:42 +0000Sean KouplenIn this addition of the Kingdom Driven CEO, Sean talks about the number one predictor of success. He uses the remarkable story of Josiah Porter, the Little League player from Tennessee who is legally blind in his right eye. Josiah has exhibited...673falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-build-influence--50970984https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50970984Sat, 20 Aug 2022 12:30:46 +0000Sean KouplenThis is one of our favorite KDC episodes of all time. Sean shares five keys to building influence. We are not building influence for the purpose of power, but for the purpose of changing lives and having a positive impact on as many people as we can....697falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/encouragement-and-honesty--50907134https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50907134Sat, 13 Aug 2022 19:05:26 +0000Sean KouplenOver the last week, Sean has contacted numerous interviews with a Isaiah Jarvis concerning the hug felt around the world. During many of these interviews, the reporters would ask about the culture of the team, why the team was so caring, and how the...932falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bigger-than-baseball-the-isaiah-jarvis-story--50874444https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50874444Wed, 10 Aug 2022 12:18:25 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode of the Kingdom Driven CEO, Sean Kouplen talks about his experience as the head coach of the Tulsa National Little League team as they represented Oklahoma in the regional competition in Waco, Texas. He also tells the story of Isaiah...998falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-battle-fear--50705441https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50705441Mon, 25 Jul 2022 14:16:23 +0000Sean KouplenIn this very important episode, Sean talks about how fear plagued much of his life until he learned to truly trust in God. He shares some personal stories and strategies for battling the fear and anxiety that is dominating our society today. If we can...982falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-generosity-principle--50602757https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50602757Sun, 17 Jul 2022 13:42:37 +0000Sean KouplenIf you want to improve the culture of your business, nonprofit or other organization, the best way to do it is through being generous. In this episode, Sean talks about the importance of generosity and gives some examples of how they practice...717falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/relational-leadership--50522239https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50522239Sun, 10 Jul 2022 03:03:10 +0000Sean KouplenThis episode is a game changer. Sean shares the concept of relational leadership and how we can show our employees a new level of caring. This new way of leading with love requires time, courage and vulnerability, but it can transform our...923falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/happy-dependence-day--50450908
We value independence here in the United States, but dependence upon God, our spouse, our team members and others with greater gifts than us, truly leads to a life of peace and significance.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50450908Sun, 03 Jul 2022 13:53:32 +0000Sean KouplenIn this powerful episode on the eve of Independence Day, Sean shares why dependence is a much better strategy than independence. We value independence here in the United States, but dependence upon God, our spouse, our team members and others with...
We value independence here in the United States, but dependence upon God, our spouse, our team members and others with greater gifts than us, truly leads to a life of peace and significance.]]>788falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/be-the-change-you-wish-to-see--50272141https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50272141Tue, 21 Jun 2022 03:15:56 +0000Sean KouplenIn this emotional episode of Kingdom-Driven CEO, Sean shares a meaningful message about being present and seeing beauty in our world. If we look for negativity and division, that’s what we will see. If we look for beauty and love, that’s also what...786falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-can-we-bring-god-s-love-into-our-work--50192922
We believe it is possible to have a culture of love that is very sensitive and no employee should ever feel uncomfortable or forced to do anything. Sean talks about how they have implemented this type of culture at Regent Bank and how you can bring God’s love into your work place as well.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50192922Mon, 13 Jun 2022 23:05:14 +0000Sean KouplenThere is an epidemic in our country today. Church attendance is dropping, practicing Christianity is dropping and corporate culture is dropping. In this episode, Sean discusses how to bring God into our workplace. We believe it is possible to have...
We believe it is possible to have a culture of love that is very sensitive and no employee should ever feel uncomfortable or forced to do anything. Sean talks about how they have implemented this type of culture at Regent Bank and how you can bring God’s love into your work place as well.]]>1059falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/five-languages-of-workforce-appreciation--49985482https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49985482Sun, 29 May 2022 14:05:48 +0000Sean KouplenMy friend Alex Eaton told me about this book which is a game changer for culture. 64% of our employees leave because they do not feel appreciated, but it is not as simple as just telling everybody thank you. We all have unique languages and our...976falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/moving-from-drama-to-empowerment--49891702https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49891702Sun, 22 May 2022 02:41:33 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean teaches us a concept called the drama triangle. By understanding this concept, we can help our leaders and organizations move from drama to empowerment. This results in a stronger organization and more time for the leader to...685falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/multipliers-vs-diminishers--49801968https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49801968Sun, 15 May 2022 12:00:56 +0000Sean KouplenIf you only listen to one Kingdom Driven CEO episode, we pray it is this one! In this episode, Sean outlines the difference between a leader that is a multiplier versus one who is a dimisher. If you want to see tremendous growth in your family,...861falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mental-health-not-mental-illness--49785715
Please listen to this powerful episode to see what we can do as leaders to model mental health and create a workplace that is healthy for our employees and helps them heal.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49785715Fri, 13 May 2022 13:37:37 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean talks about mental health and shares some very impactful statistics about the mental state of our employees today. 85% of our employees feel that they have no one to talk to, and 41% are dealing with some type of mental challenge...
Please listen to this powerful episode to see what we can do as leaders to model mental health and create a workplace that is healthy for our employees and helps them heal.]]>809falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/redeeming-your-time--49606011https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49606011Sat, 30 Apr 2022 15:08:50 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean shares seven time management tips directly from the life of Jesus Christ. These tips come from the book redeeming your time, written by Jordan Raynor. I hope you enjoy these tips as much as I did!916falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-overcome-imposter-syndrome--49528737https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49528737Sat, 23 Apr 2022 20:27:10 +0000Sean KouplenAbout 70% of us struggle with imposter syndrome. We feel as though at any moment we are going to be found out as a fraud. We don’t belong where we are and we only got here through luck. This can impact anybody. I’m this very important episode of the...817falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-resurrection--49458950https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49458950Sun, 17 Apr 2022 13:51:44 +0000Sean KouplenGod loves new beginnings. On this Easter weekend, He wants to change our life, but we must decide we want to be made well. This powerful episode shares a little known Bible story to explain how much Jesus wants to change our lives today. Happy Easter!638falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pleasing-god-or-trusting-god--49376108https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49376108Sat, 09 Apr 2022 12:00:39 +0000Sean KouplenThe foundation of a kingdom culture is love, and as leaders, we can’t fully love others until we love ourselves. In this episode, Sean answers a very important question: Does God want us to please Him or trust Him? This PDC episode could change...960falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-does-a-kingdom-culture-really-look-like--49293371https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49293371Sat, 02 Apr 2022 11:55:07 +0000Sean KouplenWe are back!!! In this episode, Sean discusses the 94X movement, why it is so important today, and what a kingdom culture really looks like on a day-to-day basis. Enjoy!843falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kingdom-leadership--48966982https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48966982Sun, 06 Mar 2022 13:10:14 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean shares his thoughts on how to effective utilize Kingdom Leadership to motivate and influence others. He shares some pretty radical leadership concepts that have led to Regent Bank’s tremendous success. Enjoy!681falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/self-leadership--48886247https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48886247Sun, 27 Feb 2022 15:06:03 +0000Sean KouplenJohn Mackey, CEO and Founder of Whole Foods, once said, “As I go, so goes my business.” There is so much truth to this. For us to be a kingdom driven CEO, it is essential that we are able to lead ourselves first. How do we keep our mindset right,...847falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/12-secrets-for-building-greater-influence--48822627https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48822627Mon, 21 Feb 2022 22:01:52 +0000Sean KouplenIn this very practical episode, Sean discusses 12 secrets we can all use to build greater influence. These secrets are not tricks, they are ways to build genuine, lasting friendships that can make our lives more meaningful and enjoyable. Enjoy!623falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-twelve-principles-of-kingdom-leadership--48703877https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48703877Sat, 12 Feb 2022 16:25:04 +0000Sean KouplenEmployees are looking for purpose in their work. In this episode, Sean discusses the principles of kingdom leadership. We believe work can have a greater purpose for the glory of God, and these principles are a roadmap to creating a kingdom culture.754falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-does-god-say-about-work--48616848https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48616848Sun, 06 Feb 2022 23:06:09 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean shares a different way of thinking about work by asking the question “what does God say about work”? You will see that, just like many things in the kingdom of God, work is the opposite of what we tend to make it. It is about...759falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/time-management-secrets--48496752https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48496752Sat, 29 Jan 2022 16:35:40 +0000Sean KouplenTime is our most limited resource, and we all struggle with how to use it in the best manner. In this episode of time management secrets, Sean shares some time management tips that he has learned over his tenure as an executive leader. We hope these...953falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stop-being-superman-or-superwoman--48404994https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48404994Sat, 22 Jan 2022 16:53:03 +0000Sean KouplenIn this addition of the Purpose Driven CEO, Sean talks about the dynamic of the drama triangle and how to move from it to an empowerment dynamic. Leaders love to be Superman and come in and save the day, but this is actually hurting the organization...577falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/improving-your-focus--48310320https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48310320Sat, 15 Jan 2022 16:52:02 +0000Sean KouplenAttention management is critical in our world today. We have so many distractions that it is almost impossible for us to focus on one thing at a time. Unfortunately, multitasking drastically decreases our quality of work and it takes us twice as long...939falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eight-steps-to-personal-financial-freedom--48235277https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48235277Mon, 10 Jan 2022 11:13:25 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean shares eight steps all of us can take to secure financial freedom. These steps will work regardless of your age, income or current financial situation. Enjoy!1016falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-transparency-secret--48128838https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48128838Sat, 01 Jan 2022 14:19:35 +0000Sean KouplenIn today’s episode, The Transparency Secret, Sean talks about one of the little-known secrets behind Regent Bank’s success- full financial and operational transparency with all employees. He discusses why this is such a powerful principle and some...805falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preparing-for-2022--48054589https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48054589Sat, 25 Dec 2021 12:06:45 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses six ways to prepare for the new year ahead and take control of our lives. No matter what the news stories say, this can be the best year ever for all of us. By practicing these six strategies, you will create clarity...740falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-five-questions--47881126https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47881126Sat, 11 Dec 2021 14:41:26 +0000Sean KouplenAs Sean studied the most significant people in his life, he began to realize they all had five things in common. In this episode, he breaks those five qualities down to five questions that he asks himself every morning. We hope these five questions...839falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/traction-management-operating-system--47793235https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47793235Sun, 05 Dec 2021 12:45:16 +0000Sean KouplenIf you are leading an organization or team, you will want to listen to this! This episode is an overview of the Traction entrepreneurial operating system which has been a foundational element of Regent Bank’s success. Traction helps an organization...1132falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-priority-promise-life-management-system--47679754https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47679754Sat, 27 Nov 2021 13:25:37 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean teaches us about the priority promise life management system. This is a system he developed years ago to help him balance the many important roles in his life. It has helped thousands of people all over the world and we hope that...1061falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/94x--47571874https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47571874Sat, 20 Nov 2021 13:05:39 +0000Sean KouplenOn today’s episode, Sean introduces a movement called 94X. We believe that work should be about more than just making money, and if done correctly, can have an eternal impact on our employees without making them feel uncomfortable or forced to do...1095falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-battle-of-the-mind--47457065https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47457065Sat, 13 Nov 2021 12:56:50 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, Sean discusses the daily battle for our mind. We talk about strategies to lessen anxiety and make our days more purpose failed. To be a purpose-driven leader, we must first get our mind right and battle the feelings of fear, scarcity...926falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-new-church--47346213https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47346213Sat, 06 Nov 2021 11:57:47 +0000Sean KouplenIn this very important episode, Sean shares how work can actually become the new church. Not by forcing religion on anyone, but by showing God’s love in a consistent and thoughtful way. This podcast will change the way you think about business...804falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/billion-dollar-secrets-part-1-personal-best-practices--47232313https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47232313Sat, 30 Oct 2021 12:01:18 +0000Sean KouplenIn this exciting new episode, Sean shares the personal best practices that have helped him grow Regent Bank from a $70 million community bank to $1 billion business. We believe these personal best practices will help you live a more purpose-driven and...1070falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leading-with-love--47113540https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47113540Sat, 23 Oct 2021 11:45:09 +0000Sean KouplenBased on the book Love Works by Joel Manby, in this episode we discuss how purpose-driven leadership is actually modeled perfectly in a scripture in 1 Corinthians Chapter 13. If you want to be a purpose-driven leader, this episode will be a game changer!1062falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/core-values-can-change-everything--47005027https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47005027Sat, 16 Oct 2021 13:30:49 +0000Sean KouplenIn this episode, we discuss how to select and integrate business and personal core values into your life. I know core values can sound boring, but I promise if you follow the principles in this episode, core values can change your life for the better.698falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kingdom-business--46897402https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46897402Sat, 09 Oct 2021 11:48:45 +0000Sean KouplenWhat does it mean to lead a kingdom organization? In this foundational episode, we discuss what it means to be a kingdom leader and guide our business with a purpose that is much greater than just profits or market share.911falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-abundance-mentality--46788697https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46788697Sat, 02 Oct 2021 11:25:48 +0000Sean KouplenFor much of my life, I struggled with a scarcity mentality. I believed that life was a zero sum game and I lived in fear that I was going to fail. In 2009, a miracle from God changed my life. I begin to trust in Him and practice an abundance...866falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-magic-of-gratitude--46685552https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46685552Sat, 25 Sep 2021 21:42:48 +0000Sean KouplenWe all tend to focus on what we don’t have instead of what we have been given. By following these five simple tips, we can begin to transform our mind into a much more positive, grateful way of thinking. When we transform our mind, we will also...560falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-mornings--46685349https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46685349Sat, 25 Sep 2021 21:14:10 +0000Sean KouplenEvery morning there is a battle for our mind. In this episode, Regent bank CEO Sean Kouplen talks about the process he uses each morning to prepare for the day ahead. We believe this will be a game changer for all of our listeners.713falsefull