Faith-Driven Leaders Series With Peter Shi
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Episode Description
Welcome to the On The Rise Podcast! In this Faith Driven Leaders episode, host Nick Stromwall sits down with Peter Shi, a former semiconductor engineer turned faith driven entrepreneur and ministry leader. Peter shares his journey from a high level career at companies like Apple and Qualcomm to stepping away in obedience to pursue family discipleship, education, and ministry. The conversation explores listening to God’s voice, making decisions in faith, redefining security, and prioritizing family as a primary mission field. Peter also discusses integrating biblical worldview into business, investing, and leadership. This episode offers clarity and encouragement for leaders discerning how to align faith, work, and long term impact.
Summary
Tip #1: Identity Must Come Before Impact
“It starts from our identity. We are a chosen race, a royal priesthood.”
Peter explains that sustainable leadership begins with understanding identity in Christ rather than professional titles or achievements.
Tip #2: Faith Requires Letting Go of Control
“I used to grab everything so tight and want full control of my life.”
True trust in God often begins where personal planning, certainty, and control end.
Tip #3: Family Is the First Mission Field
“The greatest mission field is in the family.”
Peter emphasizes intentional discipleship at home as the foundation for generational impact.
Tip #4: God Often Reveals Direction One Step at a Time
“God will reveal the next step when you step out.”
Faith driven decisions rarely come with full clarity, requiring obedience before certainty.
Tip #5: Waiting Seasons Expose Where We Find Security
“During COVID, I realized the ultimate security comes from God.”
Disruption revealed misplaced trust in career stability, finances, and self reliance.
Tip #6: Obedience Is More Important Than Comfort
“God’s calling was so clear and so convicting that I could not let it go.”
Following God’s call often involves discomfort, fear, and sacrifice, but produces lasting peace.
Tip #7: Business Can Be a Vehicle for Kingdom Impact
“We can combine business and faith together.”
Peter shares how investing and entrepreneurship can address real world problems while advancing biblical values.
Tip #8: Intentionality Creates Teachable Moments
“It needs to be consistent and intentional.”
Small, daily habits like prayer, conversation, and Scripture build long term spiritual formation within families.
Resources and Links
Website: financialpeaceinvesting.com
Ministry: Sunshine Shine Impact
Book: The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer
Book: The Intentional Father by John Tyson
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-shi
Bible Verses
1 Peter 2:9
Matthew 9:37–38
Deuteronomy 6:6–7
Mark 12:30
