When Faith Meets Vocation: Craig Shugart’s Story

About this episode

Craig Shugart shares his journey from engineering in India to pioneering education in Pakistan, emphasizing the intersection of faith and vocation.

Discover the powerful intersection of faith and vocation through Craig Shugart’s decades-long journey from an engineer in India to a pioneering educator in Pakistan. In this episode, Mike Baer and Craig Shughart explore the "paralysis of analysis" facing younger generations and the importance of choosing obedience over data-driven indecision. From navigating radicalization to building a massive private school system in a hostile environment, Craig shares how authentic living and enduring the "role of the cross" create unique opportunities for the Gospel. Join us for a deep dive into missional living, holistic faith, and the rediscovery of business as a primary vehicle for God's glory.Subscribe and hit the bell icon to stay updated with our latest content!Connect with Us:Website: https://thirdpathinitiative.comApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-as-mission-podcast-with-mike-baer/id1551867793Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Gp5SOOHFggJ67vPA5qxkDLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikebaerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thirdpathinitiativeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thirdpathinitiativeAbout Third Path InitiativeThird Path Initiative…

People in this episode

Host: Mike Baer

Guest: Craig Shugart

Topics covered

• faith and vocation
• missional living
• education
• business as mission
• obedience
• radicalization

Keywords

• faith
• vocation
• education
• business
• Gospel
• obedience
• radicalization

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Third Path Initiative

Places: India, Pakistan

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