In this episode, Ruth Jackson is joined by Jack Taylor, Operations Lead for the Genesis Network, a community for Christian business leaders across Ireland.
Jack shares the story behind the Genesis Network, its roots in historic Christian business ministry, and how it is equipping leaders to live out biblical stewardship through their time, talent and treasure.
He reflects on his personal journey of faith, from a non-Christian upbringing to taking ownership of his faith as a teenager, and how this has shaped his understanding of generosity, stewardship and discipleship.
Through powerful stories - including a moment of unexpected financial provision - Jack explores how generosity is deeply connected to listening to God, trusting His provision and responding in faith.
Drawing on his experience as both a ministry leader and co-founder of a MedTech startup, Jack shares how Christian values can be lived out authentically in a secular workplace, shaping culture, decisions and relationships.
This episode explores:
- how the Genesis Network is equipping Christian business leaders to live missionally
- why stewardship goes beyond money to include time, talent and influence
- how generosity is shaped through faith, discipleship and listening to God
- the role of community, accountability and mentorship in a generosity journey
- how to integrate faith and values into business leadership
- why generosity is not just for later life, but a lifelong calling
"Generosity starts in the little choices... It’s not about the size of the gift, it’s the posture of the heart."
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Jack’s favourite Bible verses on generosity:
Jack draws insight from the book of Philemon, highlighting how generosity can involve sacrifice rather than simply giving from abundance. He reflects that true generosity often comes from a place of humility, surrender and grace, rather than control or power.
How you can pray for Jack
for continued growth in his and his wife Caitlin’s journey of generosity and discipleship
for wisdom as he listens to God’s leading in giving and stewarding resources
for the Genesis Network to help shape a culture of generosity among business leaders in Ireland
that younger generations would embrace generosity as a lifelong practice, not something reserved for later life
Download the transcript for episode 7
Related links:
Genesis Network’s partner profile page
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Ruth Jackson
Ruth leads the PR and Communications for Stewardship, which she joined in April 2022.
She has over 25 years’ marketing communications experience across a range of sectors, including higher education, technology and the arts, both business- and customer-facing.
Ruth worships and serves at C3 Church in Cambridge, where she lives with her husband, two daughters, a dog and a cat. When she’s not at her desk, you might find her rowing on the River Cam, in a ballet class or out for a walk.
She supports causes that are focused on alleviating global poverty and injustice, with a particular interest in supporting vulnerable children.
