In the very first episode of Kingdom First Podcast, host Jonathan Lautermilch discusses a turning point in his life when success in business didn’t mean success in everything else. If you’ve ever felt like life is out of balance, this episode is a must-listen. Jonathan keeps it real and encouraging as he lays the foundation for a life truly built on faith.
🔹 What You’ll Learn:
How following the “Key Five” priorities (God, spouse, children, family/friends, business) creates real peace and balance in life
Why building a daily, genuine relationship with God matters more than just religious habits
How choosing faith over fear—through tithing, trust, and letting go of control—can lead to personal and business growth
Episode highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(0:25) Why Jonathan started the Kingdom First Podcast
(2:42) From business podcasts to faith-driven purpose
(3:15) Reading the Bible to change, not justify, your lifestyle
(5:57) Introduction of the “Key Five” structure
(7:37) Letting go of control and putting God in charge
(9:51) What God really wants—relationship and faith
(14:21) Real conversations in marriage and honoring your spouse
(17:39) Fatherhood and giving your kids what matters most
(20:18) Supporting your chosen family over business goals
(22:36) Why your business comes last—and how that helps it thrive
(26:06) Final encouragement: peace comes from right priorities
(27:18) Invitation to connect and grow in your walk with God
(28:15) Outro
🔔Stay Connected & Grow With Us:
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