EP 58: Do It Scared: Faith + Business with Jeanette Peterson

What happens when God calls you out of your comfort zone and into Kingdom entrepreneurship?In this episode of the Biblical Entrepreneur Podcast, Steve Adams sits down with Jeanette Peterson—a military veteran, homeschool mom, and business strategist—whose journey shows the power of surrender, systems, and faith.From struggling with infertility to leaving the military, Jeanette shares how God redefined her identity, gave her vision for online business, and showed her that entrepreneurship can be a spiritual calling. Today, she equips women to build businesses with strategy, automation, and biblical integrity—without losing their faith, family, or focus.Whether you’re a donor, a church leader, or an aspiring entrepreneur, Jeanette’s story will encourage you to “do it scared”—because when God calls, He also equips.🔑 What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeHow surrendering her struggles led Jeanette to rediscover her faith and callingWhy entrepreneurship is not just “business”—it’s discipleship in the marketplaceThe role of systems and rhythms in balancing faith, family, and workWhy niche clarity matters—and how God uses it to multiply impactThe importance of integrity and listening to God in business decisionsPractical encouragement for entrepreneurs who feel unqualified or afraid00:00 Faith & Business01:54 Jeanette's Journey04:47 Entrepreneurship Insights08:19 Women in Business11:58 Honoring God15:40 Balancing Family & Work17:46 Lessons Learned20:24 Advice for Entrepreneurs27:24 ConclusionBusiness is how we disciple nations. If you’ve ever wondered whether your giving really makes a difference, IBAM invites you to join the movement.Learn more about the IBAM mission here - https://www.ibam.org/