S3E3: Surprised by Grace - Brad Brenneman on Work, Generosity, and Joy

Raised in a deeply Mennonite home, Brad Brenneman grew up surrounded by faith, service, and spiritual discipline. But it wasn’t until adulthood—after success, ambition, and an unexpected sense of emptiness—that grace became personal. In this episode, Brad shares a story best described as “surprised by grace”: Growing up with a strong spiritual heritage—and learning faith for himself Leading businesses with humility, stewardship, and love for people Saying yes to international adoption - and watching grace multiply Learning generosity as a pathway to joy, not obligation If you’ve ever: Wondered whether your career could truly be a calling Struggled to reconcile ambition with faith Felt God nudging you toward generosity, leadership, or adoption Believed in grace, but wanted to experience it more deeply Brad’s journey offers a compelling reminder: God often does His deepest work quietly... through faithfulness, surrender, and everyday obedience. 🎧 Listen now to hear how a life rooted in grace can shape work, family, generosity, and legacy. KEY VERSES & QUOTES (NIV) Proverbs 3:5–6 (NIV) “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 (NIV) “Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 2 Corinthians 9:6–8 (NIV) “Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.” Mark 10:45 (NIV) “For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Quote “Humility is not thinking less of yourself but thinking of yourself less.” Books What's So Amazing About Grace, Phillip Yancey