Using Your God-Given Talents to Pursue the World with Authenticity and Godliness

Welcome to another episode of The Christian Entrepreneurs Podcast! In this enlightening episode, host Annemarie Cross sits down with the multi-talented entrepreneur Gushiv D’Arcy Ryan to explore the profound impact of using our God-given talents with authenticity and godliness.

Join us as Gushiv shares her deeply personal story of navigating her husband's brain surgery with unwavering joy and thankfulness, illustrating the power of faith and declaring God's promises in the face of adversity. Annemarie and Gushiv discuss the importance of embracing one's unique talents, resisting the pressures of comparison and cosmetic surgeries, and staying true to oneself amidst the challenges of the beauty and fashion industry.

You'll also hear about Gushiv's organic skincare brand, her emphasis on natural beauty, and the exciting launch of her “Mystery of Eden Magazine.” This episode delves into self-acceptance, natural skincare, and the power of inner beauty.

Tune in for an inspiring conversation on maintaining integrity, seeking God's strength, and experiencing blessings by staying genuine and positive

Here are 3 Key Takeaways from this episode:

Harness Joy and Thankfulness in Hard Times: Gushiv D’Arcy Ryan shares a heartfelt personal story about her husband's brain surgery, highlighting the power of maintaining joy and thanksgiving, even in the most challenging situations.
Embrace Your Unique Talents Without Comparison: Overcome the temptation to compare yourself to others. Gushiv emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and focusing on your God-given gifts.
Stay True to Values in Your Career and Life: Gushiv talks about resisting pressures to compromise her values in the beauty and fashion industries and how setting boundaries opens doors for continued, ethical opportunities.

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04:33 Industry pressure for favors and sacrifices questioned.

08:46 Embrace your passion, trust in divine guidance.

14:02 Embracing choices and finding forgiveness in faith.

15:27 Grateful for clean heart and life experiences.

18:18 Praising the Lord changes outlook, shares gospel.

22:06 Stand in authority, believe in miraculous healing.

26:10 Renewing minds, wielding that sword daily.

29:55 “God made you special and unique.”

34:42 Natural, medicinal plants nurture the body's health.

36:34 Exciting plans for the second half. Prayer for blessings.

KEY TOPICS:

Topic: Importance of Joy and Thankfulness in Challenging Situations

Discussion on maintaining joy and thanksgiving during tough times.
Gushiv’s personal story about her husband’s brain surgery.
Annemarie on the power of faith and declaring God's promises for healing and restoration.

Topic: Using Scripture in Spiritual Warfare

Gushiv encourages using scripture as a weapon against sickness.
Emphasis on focusing on God's healing power.
Avoiding limiting understanding of miraculous healing.

Topic: Embracing Unique Talents and Individuality

Importance of embracing one's talents and avoiding envy.
Gushiv shares experiences of being judged for her appearance.
Encouragement to focus on individual talents and gifts.
Advice against comparing oneself to others or seeking cosmetic surgeries.

Topic: Promoting Natural Beauty and Skincare

Gushiv’s organic skincare range and its plant-based benefits.
Discussion on nurturing skin health for longevity.
Annemarie’s views on natural skincare and God’s design for the body.

Topic: Embracing Natural Beauty and Self-Acceptance

Gushiv emphasizes staying true to oneself and confidence in one's abilities.
Importance of not seeking validation from others.
Gushiv’s advice for those feeling pressured to compromise their values.
Turning to God for strength and forgiveness, avoiding guilt and shame.

Topic: Positive Outcomes from Staying Genuine

Gushiv reflects on the blessings from her authenticity and positivity.
Annemarie on embracing life choices.
Discussion of a significant choice that positively impacted Gushiv’s life and career.

Topic: Reflection and Prayer

Concluding the conversation with a prayer for blessings on Gushiv’s business and listeners.
Annemarie invites listeners to access free training and resources via the Ambitious Entrepreneur Network website.

Topic: Facing Industry Pressures with Christian Values

Gushiv shares experiences of resisting offers from the devil.
Maintaining Christian values in the cosmetics and fashion industry.
Annemarie on the enemy's tactics and avoiding compromising decisions.
Gushiv’s approach to communicating boundaries and maintaining professionalism.

HIGHLIGHTED QUOTES:

The Real Cost of Success in the Industry: “You could go far and high, but, you know, how far you want to go and how high you want to go is, there is, there is a payment. There is, there's a payment that everyone know that's, even though you are gifted, people know you're gifted.”

— Gushiv D’Arcy Ryan 00:03:4500:04:07

Industry Pressures and Personal Values: “Do I need to sacrifice my body to get ahead, you know, in the industry to go further to Hollywood?”

— Gushiv D’Arcy Ryan 00:04:3300:05:51

Finding New Opportunities: ‘There is always other door open. You know? Might not be might not be that job open.

— Gushiv D’Arcy Ryan 00:08:0400:08:11

Overcoming Shame and Guilt in Career Choices: “I would just say to them, you know, encourage them that you don't need to carry that shame or guilt because the wolf came to you and they're wearing ship clothes.”

— Gushiv D’Arcy Ryan 00:11:0400:11:16

Finding Redemption:”There is no dead end by going to God. There's only a light.”

— Gushiv D’Arcy Ryan 00:12:0800:12:14

The Importance of Keeping a Clean Heart: “even though we go through the valley, and I learn when we keep our heart clean, not, you know, not jealousy or hatreds, or unforgiven, that really got really blessed me, to meet the right people.”

— Gushiv D’Arcy Ryan 00:15:5200:16:08

The Secret to Happiness: “I am happy because I got the holy spirit. You know, I have a good husband.”

— Gushiv D’Arcy Ryan 00:17:5700:18:01

Finding Calm in the Storm: “And the Lord will be my guide because when we keep quiet, keep calm in the storm, thought is going to lead us.”

— Gushiv D’Arcy Ryan 00:21:4500:21:50

The Healing Power of Natural Skincare: “God give us this beautiful plant and the cellulite plant, and they have the healing power that gives your skin not just pee to be beautiful, but to be healthy as well.”

— Gushiv D’Arcy Ryan 00:32:4300:32:55

Natural Skin Care: “So for me, is when it's come with herbs, plant, is actually slowly building your skin, strengthen your skin, and teaching your skin how to producing collagen and and firm.”

— Gushiv D’Arcy Ryan 00:34:1200:34:26

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[Ep#410] Using Your God-Given Talents to Pursue the World with Authenticity and Godliness