The Christian Entrepreneur
Welcome to The Christian Entrepreneur podcast! We believe in building business God's way. This is the place where faith meets business strategy. If you're passionate about deepening your walk with Christ while building a successful business and life, you're in the right space.
I'm Cody Cottle, a serial entrepreneur who has founded seven companies and brands—three of which have failed, teaching me invaluable lessons through the ups and downs. I’ve learned that my relationship with Jesus and my entrepreneurial journey are the two pillars that have shaped my life. Now, I’m on a mission to help others thrive in both faith and business, equipping them to create ventures that impact lives and advance God’s Kingdom.
On this podcast, I’ll share insights and experiences from my journey, blending faith-based principles with actionable business strategies. Plus, I’ll be joined by influential Christian entrepreneurs and thought leaders from around the world who will inspire and challenge you to take your business and faith to the next level. Together, let's build the Kingdom, one business at a time!
If you're ready to take your entrepreneurial journey further, I invite you to join our Christian Entrepreneur Club. It’s a community designed for Christian business owners looking to connect, collaborate, and grow. I host live calls weekly where you can discover if this is the right place for you. You will find links on all the episodes to check it out!
The Christian Entrepreneur
Called, But Not Confident: Moses’ Encounter With God (And What It Means for Christian Entrepreneurs)
Have you ever felt like God was calling you to something bigger—but deep down, you didn’t feel qualified to carry it out?
You’re not alone.
In this powerful episode, Cody Cottle breaks down the first encounter between Moses and God in Exodus 3–4, revealing how God responds to insecurity, fear, and resistance from those He calls. Moses had excuses. He doubted himself. He even begged God to send someone else. And yet… God still used him mightily to change history.
If you’re a Christian entrepreneur who’s ever battled:
- Impostor syndrome
- Fear of failure
- Doubt in your ability to lead
- Excuses that hold you back
…this episode will speak directly to your spirit.
🧠 What You’ll Learn:
- Why God often calls people in their wilderness seasons
- How Moses’ fears mirror our own doubts in business
- The power of obedience—even when confidence is lacking
- What to do when you feel unqualified or under-equipped
- Why your “Aaron” might already be in your life
- How to trust what’s already in your hand—and let God use it
🛠️ Marketplace Takeaways for Christian Entrepreneurs:
- Your business is not just a money-maker—it’s a Kingdom assignment
- Don’t wait until you feel ready—obedience brings clarity
- Learn how to surrender what you already have and let God anoint it
- Surround yourself with aligned, Kingdom-minded people who can help carry the vision
📖 Key Scriptures:
- Exodus 3:11 – “Who am I that I should go?”
- Exodus 4:1 – “What if they don’t believe me?”
- Exodus 4:10 – “I’m not eloquent...”
- Exodus 4:14–16 – God sends Aaron to support the mission
- Exodus 4:17 – “Take this staff in your hand…”
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