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Ep-214 James Zheng talk about why The love of money is the root of all evil

October 31, 2023 • Mike Ficara • Episode 214

Entrepreneurship, faith, & personal growth. 0:03
- Mike & James discuss their shared faith & how it intersects with their business ventures.
Prioritizing faith & material wealth. 5:34
- Discusses the misinterpretation of biblical verses, emphasizing that the love of money is the root of all evil, not money itself.
Entrepreneurship, stewardship, & balancing callings. 11:33
- Everyone has an entrepreneurial spirit, & it's not necessary to own a business to be an entrepreneur.
Work-life balance & entrepreneurship. 16:13
- James shares a biblical perspective on work, defining success as obedience & emphasizing the importance of purpose, connection, & creation in life.
Career choices & dealing with naysayers. 20:55
- James reflects on their journey from medical school to entrepreneurship, realizing they didn't have to follow their initial path & instead discovered new passions & ideas.
Legacy, living in the present, & the impact of Jesse Lee's passing. 27:29
- Mike shares a personal story about meeting Jesse Lee Ward at an event & later losing the opportunity to thank her due to her untimely passing.
- James shares the story of Jesse Lee, who passed away unexpectedly, & how it made them realize the importance of living in the present & prioritizing their relationships & work.
Faith, legacy, & personal growth with James. 33:03
- James shared his desire to be remembered as a person who loves the Lord with all their heart, mind, & soul, & loved others as well.
- James Zheng recommends his book "The Miraculous Breakthrough" for those seeking spiritual growth & personal transformation.