I’ve always been fascinated by the story of how the early Christian Church transformed the world. It’s a story that begins with a single visionary—Jesus of Nazareth—and a modest management team of twelve apostles. They had no wealth, no armies, no political connections, and no infrastructure. They operated in a Roman Empire that was the epitome of power, wealth, and cultural dominance. Yet, within just a few centuries, the Church overtook and surpassed the Roman Empire, not only in influence but in reshaping its culture and values.

This wasn’t just a matter of religious belief. It was an unprecedented organizational triumph. The early Church succeeded in creating a movement that spread across regions, languages, and cultures, all while enduring relentless persecution. Christianity became an unstoppable force—not because of political power or military might but because of its ideas, strategies, and the resilience of its followers.

While the conversion of Emperor Constantine in 325 AD is often considered the turning point when Christianity became the religion of the state, its acceptance and influence had begun far earlier. By the time Constantine adopted the faith, Christianity had already survived centuries of martyrdom, grown across diverse territories, and built a robust infrastructure of leaders and communities. It had become not just a religion but a movement so compelling that it reshaped the identity of the Roman Empire itself.

What intrigued me most was how this was accomplished. How did a small, marginalized group build something so enduring and expansive? What strategies did they use to thrive in a world dominated by powerful systems and institutions? As someone who works with entrepreneurs, small business owners, and visionaries, I began to see parallels between the early Church’s growth and the challenges that modern businesses face in building a brand, winning followers, and creating communities.

At its core, the story of the early Church is a masterclass in leadership, strategy, and perseverance. It’s about starting with a mission and staying true to it, even when the odds seem impossible. It’s about using limited resources creatively, leveraging existing systems, and building relationships that turn followers into advocates. It’s about creating a product—in this case, spiritual salvation and community—that resonates so deeply with people that they’re willing to share it, fight for it, and sometimes even die for it.

Wednesday we focus on small businesses and the self-employed. The hardest thing about running a small business is not the long hours, the financial struggles, or the marketing challenges. It's the constant need to make tough decisions with incomplete information. We can’t guarantee much in this world, but we will guarantee this. The EveryDayCPA show will help get you more complete information so you can make better decisions.

Tuesday we focus on eliminating tax debt and reducing current and future tax expenses. If you think the only people with unpaid taxes are deadbeats and losers, you are wrong. US individual and business taxpayers pay an average of 50% of their lifetime earnings and wealth on taxes. That includes federal income tax, payroll tax, self-employment tax, property tax, excise tax. So, if by chance life happened to you and you haven’t paid or cannot pay your taxes in full, then this is the show for you. We will help you learn the strategies, tips and tactics, to reduce, remove, and resolve past tax debt….and some tips on how to reduce FUTURE tax expense.