BJ Thompson is your favorite influencer's influencer, having worked with the top artists and thinkers in the world, like Grammy-winning artist Lecrae. So when he tells you how overthinking is paralyzing you, it's wise to listen. Subscribe to our channel to hear more wisdom and tips for faith-focused, high-character creatives…
Lost your creative dream? If you feel unable to move forward because obstacles or fear has paralyzed your progress...you need more than advice. You need your dream revived. Jeneen Hammond, actress, singer, and playwright, has made a career from following the Holy Spirit's direction for her creativity - often with…
You've heard of WWJD? But you probably never thought of HWJS?... How Would Jesus Sell? Pricing, selling and marketing is a struggle for most entrepreneurs, but especially for Christian creatives who don't know where to start or how to approach selling without feeling uncomfortable. But what if your faith is…
Join Allen C. Paul to ask your questions and get answers to issues you’ve had with bringing your creative ideas to life in the form of a real, income producing business.  From selling books, to paid online events, to memberships, to running ads, to investing and coaching, I won’t…
In this episode we interview Grammy winning producer, songwriter and musician Dontaniel (Jamel) Kimbrough to find out how you can overcome major obstacles to enjoy success both in music and in your personal life. Having reached great heights as the co-writer of the gospel hit "Your Great Name", this humble…
Let's break down our response to the way culture handles major performances - and how we as faith-focused creatives can find the right approach.
Wouldn't it be amazing if you had a community of super-fans? People who were die-hard members of your tribe - who stuck together, supported everything you shared, and helped you spread the word? Brands like Apple, Nike, Starbucks and others have that incredible brand loyalty, but it's about more than…
He started a conversation, that started a change...that started a movement. From surviving the gang-violence-plagued streets of South Dallas, to becoming one of the most influential life coaches in America, thought-leader, speaker, author and coach BJ Thompson has lived out an incredible transformation - and he's sharing how you can…
-Those two letters - A.I. - have created an incredible groundswell of interest, excitement and concern in the creative community. For some, these rapidly evolving tools - including ChatGPT and other apps - represent the next great technological breakthrough. For others, these tools represent a threat to human creativity and…
Is the passion missing from your creative life?? Disconnected from your spiritual roots? Then make the beginning of 2023 your time to renew your passion and set your highest priorities as a Christian creative. For 21 days, we'll be reading daily from "Your Art, God's Heart" by Allen C. Paul…
In an economy plagued of 90% unemployment, the fiercely determined Priscilla Shumba, a faith-based entrepreneur, found a way to bridge the gap between faith and business and create a platform for new entrepreneurs. In this video, you'll discover: 1. How did Priscilla Shumba go from a small mining town in…
Is the passion missing from your creative life?? Disconnected from your spiritual roots? Then make the beginning of 2023 your time to renew your passion and set your highest priorities as a Christian creative. For 21 days, we'll be reading daily from "Your Art, God's Heart" by Allen C. Paul…
"The War of Art" isn't just a best-selling book by Steven Pressfield...it's a daily battle every artist faces. As a faith-focused, Christ-centered creative in the mainstream arts and music world, you've got some additional weapons available to you. But what should you be fighting, when you feel like you might…
Just how far can trusting God take you as a creative and musician? In this episode, you'll learn how faith, hard work and perseverance can lead to incredible experiences that only God could orchestrate - through the example of our guest, bassist, band leader and vocalist Téja Veal in this…
Big question for musicians who perform both in church and do gigs... New Year's Eve services are traditionally the most lucrative for live musicians... ...yet it is also historically a night for worship at gospel churches ie "Watchnight". What should musicians do? What should churches do? is there a deeper…
2022 was not a normal year, and we're not ending it with a normal podcast. I (Allen) just wanted to share my heartfelt gratitude for you, as a listener and family member of the God and Gigs community. While we have some amazing things planned for the future, we can't…
How do you avoid giving in to the emotional rollercoaster of being an actor? All creatives have intense emotional inner-lives, but actors have an especially difficult time handling the ups and downs of an intensely competitive industry. If you've found yourself battling feelings of unworthiness, post-show blues, or insecurity as…
In this segment of The God and Gigs Show, financial coach Jade Warshaw shared what she wished she understood before getting serious and paying off almost a half-million dollars in debt alongside her husband Sam, all while working as a creative entrepreneur. Jade Warshaw is a Ramsey Show personality and…
