From Ministry to Marketplace: Michael Acker's Journey of Faith, Burnout, and Corporate Success on Exploring the Marketplace (S:4 - Ep 13)

Welcome to Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn Bolz and Bob Hasson! Today, we're joined by the remarkable Michael Acker. Michael's parents turned their lives around, leaving behind drug smuggling and new-age witchcraft to dedicate themselves to Christ through YWAM and missionary work in Mexico. This profound transformation set Michael on his path to ministry.After college and nearly two decades in pastoral ministry, Michael transitioned into corporate sales and executive communication coaching, while still volunteering at GO and his local church. In 2023, Michael and Taylor engaged with the leadership at GO, leading Michael to become the Executive Director at Go On The Mission, focusing on aiding impoverished children and breaking the cycle of poverty.Michael shares his journey of integrating faith into his sales career, overcoming burnout after 18 years in ministry, and finding success in corporate work, writing, and coaching. Join us as we dive into Michael's inspiring story of faith, resilience, and God's provision. This episode is packed with insights and encouragement for anyone navigating their marketplace journey.www.michaelacker.com www.goonthemission.comWatch full episode here: https://youtu.be/bcmM4qGr6iwRSS: https://bit.ly/3Q0wnPoiTunes: http://apple.co/2A6QJRzGoogle Podcast: http://bit.ly/2L3dvRaSpotify: https://bit.ly/3U0ANGTCome join me on my Social Media:Facebook: ShawnbolzTwitter: ShawnBolzInstagram: ShawnBolzTikTok: ShawnBolzYouTube: ShawnBolzofficialYouTube: Exploring the Marketplace with Shawn and BobTake a class or attend an event at our Spiritual Growth Academy: Our 4 week classes and monthly events are designed to do the heavy lifting in your spiritual growth journey. Learn how to hear from God, stay spiritually healthy, and impact the world around you: https://bit.ly/3B2luDRTake a read:Translating God - Hearing God's voice for yourself and the world around you https://bit.ly/3RU2X3FEncounter - A spiritual encounter that will shape your faith https://bit.ly/3tNAW4YKeys to Heaven's Economy - Understanding the resources for your destiny: https://bit.ly/3TZAc7uOur resources: [email protected] office: [email protected]