Jay Bennett, Chairman, National Christian Foundation, Episode 190
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Jay Bennett is a dedicated family man with over 51 years of marriage to his wife, Sally. He has successfully balanced a 40-year career in law and business transactions, both locally in the Twin Cities and internationally. Simultaneously, Jay has been actively involved in Christian ministries for 35 years. In 2000, he founded the National Christian Foundation Twin Cities, merging his passion for Christian service and his desire to see impactful ministries flourish. Jay's commitment extends to serving on various for-profit and non-profit boards, including his current role as Chairman of the National Christian Foundation.
I’m so excited to have Jay Bennett, entrepreneur, lawyer, and philanthropist join us on this episode of The Wow Factor. Jay shares his journey of establishing his own law practice and evolving focus areas throughout his career. We explore the transformative power of generosity and how, when you trust in the Lord your path will be revealed. Jay also discusses some of his personal challenges, including a disorder that temporarily affected his voice and led to a deeper connection with God and family.
“Generosity is a portal to intimacy with the Lord.” - Jay Bennett
“ The willingness of a person to let the mystery do its work, and not to try to dot every I and cross every T, creates space for the spirit to move, and allows the Lord to guide our path..” - Jay Bennett
“Our life can be the place where the King of Kings takes up residence and leads you into an abundant life for the benefit of others.” - Jay Bennett
This Week on The Wow Factor:
How Jay’s entrepreneurial spirit led him to set up his own law practice
His areas of focus as a lawyer and how they evolved over his career
The story of how Jay met a significant mentor in his life and how it led to them setting up a private foundation together
Jay’s experience working with Bob Bulford as the Halftime Board Chair
How to figure out if you’re a fisherman or a shepherd and why it’s important
What Jay has learned Mamman to be, and how that learning led to a moment that lasted six years
The disorder that made Jay lose his voice and how that triggered a renewed intimacy with the Lord and his family
Jay’s belief that generosity is a portal to a better relationship with God
Jay’s role at the National Christian Foundation
Jay Bennett’s Word of Wisdom:
Think about the fact that the Kingdom is at hand. You can choose to live a Kingdom life. Your life can be the domicile of a place where the King of Kings takes up residence and leads you into an abundant life for the benefit of others.
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