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Promotion at Work Part 5 Why do I want to be promoted?

Why do you really want a promotion?

In Part 5 of our Promotion at Work series, Sean Gibson takes you beneath the surface to explore the heart behind ambition. Using five powerful scriptures, this episode helps you uncover what’s driving your desire for advancement—purpose, pressure, insecurity, calling, or something deeper.

If you’ve ever wrestled with motives, timing, or God's role in your career journey, this conversation will help you realign your “why” with God’s heart… and discover what Kingdom-centered promotion truly looks like.

Promotion at Work

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Promotion at Work Part 4: The Temptation of False Promotion

Is Every Career Promotion Really From God—or Could Some Be a Trap?

In this episode of The Greater Work, Sean Gibson continues the series "Promotion at Work." Listen as Sean explores one of the most misunderstood questions in Christian career life: "Is all promotion from God?" It's easy to assume that every open door, opportunity, or advancement is a divine blessing, but Scripture shows us that not all promotion is Holy.

Looking at Matthew 4:8-10, Sean examines the moment when Jesus Himself was offered a promotion—influence, authority, visibility—yet He refused it because it didn't come from the Father. From self-promotion to counterfeit opportunities, the Bible warns us that the enemy can offer advancement that looks good but costs us our integrity, worship, and purpose.

If you've ever wrestled with opportunities, ambition, influence, or the fear of being overlooked, this episode will help you slow down, seek God's voice, and choose promotion that aligns with His purpose—not just your potential.

Promotion at Work

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Promotion at Work Part 3: The Deception of Self-Promotion

Is self-promotion ungodly?

In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson tackles one of the most confusing questions believers face in their careers.

Through the dramatic and cautionary story of Absalom, Sean unpacks how unresolved wounds, unchecked ambition, and image-building led Absalom down a path of self-made promotion that ultimately cost him everything.

You’ll discover the nine stages of Absalom’s self-promotion strategy, why it looked successful at first, and how God dismantled a promotion He never authored. Most importantly, Sean shares five biblical principles that show a better way, how humility, character, and trusting God’s timing lead to real promotion that lasts.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you need to “put yourself out there” to be noticed… or felt pressure to advertise your accomplishments to move forward at work… this episode will bring clarity, conviction, and hope.

True promotion doesn’t come from self-effort—it comes from the One who sees your heart, your work, and your readiness.

Promotion at Work

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Promotion at Work Part 2: Is Promotion Earned or Given?

Have you ever wondered whether promotion is something you earn—or something God simply gives?

In this second episode of the Promotion at Work series, host Sean Gibson unpacks one of the most confusing questions believers face when career advancement feels unfair, delayed, or entirely out of their control.

Sean explores what Scripture actually teaches about God’s role in promotion and why faithfulness—not favoritism, politics, or performance—is the real foundation of elevation in the Kingdom. Through biblical insight, practical wisdom, and real-life examples from both workplace and ministry settings, this episode will help you understand how God’s sovereignty and your stewardship work together in the promotion process—and why no person, system, or circumstance can block what God has already appointed.

If you’ve ever struggled with being overlooked or questioned why others are elevated ahead of you, this conversation will provide you with clarity, confidence, and a fresh perspective on God’s timing and His way of promoting His people.

Promotion at Work

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Promotion at Work Part 1: The 5 Rules of Promotion

Have you ever wondered why some people get promoted while others get overlooked—even when they’re more qualified?

In this first episode of the Promotion at Work series, host Sean Gibson breaks down what biblical promotion really means and why it looks so different from the world’s definition of success.

Sean explores the true meaning of “promotion” in Scripture and introduces The 5 Rules of Promotion.

Through Scripture, practical wisdom, and real-life insight, this episode will help you understand why God’s timing, God’s process, and God’s purpose shape your career far more than any boss or company ever could.

 

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The Envy Trap Part 6 Breaking out of the Envy Trap

How can you guard against envy in the workplace and respond with biblical wisdom? 

In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson takes a practical look at how we can protect our hearts in both faith and work. Through real-life scenarios drawn from Scripture and workplace experiences, Sean explores the subtle ways our hearts can be influenced and how to recognize these influences before they take root. 

Discover biblical examples of envy alongside current workplace situations, followed by clear, actionable steps grounded in God’s Word to break free from The Envy Trap! 

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The Envy Trap  

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The Envy Trap Part 5: Indicators You Have Workplace Envy

Envy is one of those things that can hide in plain sight, especially in your work life. 

Envy often disguises itself as frustration, disappointment, or even ambition. But beneath the surface, it quietly corrodes our joy, relationships, and calling. The Bible repeatedly warns us about envy’s dangers, yet it remains one of the most overlooked struggles in our lives.

In this episode of The Greater Work, Sean Gibson unpacks seven subtle signs that envy may be at work in your heart—and how to confront it before it takes root.

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The ENVY Trap

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The Envy Trap Part 4 Envy versus Admiration

Envy isn’t something Scripture gives us room to justify. The Bible makes it clear—envy corrodes the heart (Proverbs 14:30). But what if the very energy behind envy could be redirected into something holy? Instead of letting envy take root, we can cultivate admiration. Admiration fuels growth without the resentment or comparison that makes envy so destructive.

In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson unpacks the difference between envy and admiration in the workplace. Together, we’ll explore why envy tears down while admiration builds up, and how God’s Word calls us to shift our perspective toward a Christlike posture that strengthens both our character and our careers.

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The ENVY Trap

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The Envy Trap Part 3 Why Some Employers want you to be envious

Is All Envy Sinful?

When most of us hear the word envy in the Bible, it feels like nothing but trouble—and often it is. Malicious envy has split families, derailed teams, and weakened organizations. But here’s the surprising truth: not all envy looks the same. Recent studies reveal two sides: malicious envy, which destroys, and benign envy, which can actually motivate growth.

In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, Sean unpacks these two forms of envy, explores how scripture speaks into the tension, and challenges us to run our race with focus and endurance in Christ.

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The ENVY Trap

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The Envy Trap Part 2 Types of Envy at Work

In this episode of The Greater Work Podcast, host Sean Gibson unpacks the types of envy we may encounter in our work lives—from both a biblical and practical perspective. Left unaddressed, envy can quietly fester and grow into something far more damaging. Join us as we explore how Scripture speaks to envy, and how we can confront it with wisdom and the help of the Holy Spirit before it takes root.

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The ENVY Trap

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