A Season of Abundant Thanks

“Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!” – 2 Corinthians 9:15

The holidays are a time of divergence. Their meaning, and associated feelings, can vary broadly from person to person.

For most, it’s a season of joy filled with family, gifts and celebration. For others, the holidays are a time of trial, darkened by loved ones lost, relationships broken, or stresses tied to finances or health.

We hope that, wherever this season finds you, God is present and abundant in your life. Amidst holiday hoopla, far too many overlook the first six letters of “Christmas” – and how this holiday originated 2,000+ years ago in a manger in Bethlehem.

C-Suite for Christ has more reasons for thanks than can be counted. Our growth and reach accelerated in 2024. Our geographical footprint, and recognition by leading national figures, grows steadily.

Our mission to “Cover the World in Christ” snowballs. Setbacks ensue, as always … and our Holy Father leads us over, around and through them.

The gratitude we owe for His benevolence can’t be quantified. Yet, we’ll list a few of the blessings for which we are thankful:

  • The thousands of C-Suite for Christ stakeholders, and the many thousands more who follow our ministry. Countless disciples engage daily with social media posts, powering our presence before those previously unaware. We eagerly await those who will finally feel the call to join as members – quoting Nehemiah 4:20, “Wherever you hear the sound of the trumpet, join us there. Our God will fight for us!”
  • The growing number of C-Suite for Christ chapters, now at 19, and their bold leaders who heed God’s call. The potential for more in 2025 is limitless!
  • The content creators whose talents provide Christ-centric materials to share our mission, through outlets such as this newsletter, YouTube channel, our podcast and many others.
  • The presenters at our growing number of events, such as the C-Suite for Christ Speakers Bureau.
  • The churches who have opened their doors for our events, such as Trinity Church for the Jan. 14-16 Winter Savior Summit, and Elmbrook Church for the 2025 Covering the World in Christ Celebration.

Most of all, for God’s innumerable blessings that have lifted and propelled this ministry at every turn. C-Suite for Christ is run by people, but directed by Him. We never lose focus on God as the one who makes all great things happen, and how this ministry is tasked with bringing souls to the salvation of His son, Jesus Christ.

May God’s blessings brighten your life in this holiday season, and throughout 2025.

Mary Grothe – January Speaker

Mary Grothe
Mary Grothe

Mary Grothe
Founder & CEO, Sunday Salmon

At the age of 22, Mary embarked on her sales career with a Fortune 1000 company, rapidly progressing from an administrative role to becoming the company’s top sales representative. Her unwavering commitment to prioritizing customers’ needs allowed her to drive remarkable success, generating millions of dollars in revenue. This accomplishment marked a turning point in her life, enabling her to break free from a traumatic and impoverished childhood marked by abuse.

Read Mary’s full bio here.

Seek the Lost Sheep

“I have strayed like a lost sheep. Seek your servant, for I have not forgotten your commands.” – Psalms 119:176

Nothing induces panic like losing something – or someone – that we value immensely.

Your dog or cat runs out an open door and disappears. Everyone loves this innocent, adorable creature. You drive for hours searching, calling its name, to bring the furry family member home.

Worse yet, your child disappears in a busy store. You turned your back … and they were gone. You run from aisle to aisle, frantically looking up and down. Feelings you will never forget – fear, terror and regret – clutch your throat.

In both cases, time is of the essence. Dangers lurk everywhere. These creatures can’t survive long on their own. You understand this … and become totally, single-mindedly focused on your mission.

Christ came to earth for much this same purpose. In Luke 19:10, Jesus said, “For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.” The “lost” are those who lack a relationship with Him.

Jesus can’t do it alone, though. We have a role to play. How can we help God reach lost souls? 

Moreover, what can we do if we feel lost ourselves? If we’re (metaphorically) wandering in the wilderness, how do we find our way back?

Lost Without Knowing?

“But as for me, my feet had almost slipped; I had nearly lost my foothold.” – Psalms 73:2

Problem is, we might not know we’re separated from Christ. Secular forces make it their mission to create this divide. They bombard us daily with messages of fear and distraction, taking our eyes off God’s prize.

The symptoms of separation aren’t always recognizable. Sometimes it’s anxiety, or cognizance of a void within us. We feel like we’re missing something undefined, yet real. 

The uncertainty leaves us unsure and unsettled.

Or perhaps it’s paralyzing loneliness, exacerbated by technology that offers us untold numbers of “virtual” friends … yet zero human contact. In reality, we might have few true relationships. Technology works to prevent their formation. Yet, we continue to sit in front of the computer, hour after hour, day after day.

Keeping faith is not easy. The Bible warns it’s a battle. Yet going astray, or losing our foothold, is no reason to give up. Jesus wants an intimate relationship with us. He’ll always welcome us back, as he continues to bring home the lost.

Being a Successful Shepherd

“The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.” – Psalms 23:1

Maybe we’re ready to help God shepherd those who need Him. Or, maybe we need the shepherding ourselves.

How can we best do so? Try these practices on for size:

• Pray for wisdom: We often get upset when we don’t get what we want. Yet, we really don’t know what’s best for us – only God does. Ask for wisdom to see opportunities to follow His paths.

• Seek God’s will: His plan is greater than ours. When we know God loves us, we trust Him and lean on His wisdom.

• Ask Scripture: The Bible contains timeless truths, oh so valuable in an age of ambiguity. Allow its guidance to shine light into a dark world.

• Request wise counsel: Surround yourself with wise people of Christ: clergy, church leaders and devout Christians with greater life experience. Be unafraid to pose difficult questions to them.

• Listen for God’s voice: Stop talking. Listen for God’s whisper. You’ll hear it in prayer, Scripture and unexpected promptings of the Holy Spirit.

• Trust God’s provision: God has infinite love and kindness for His children. Do you trust that He will do the best for you?

Jesus seeks every one of us, regardless of how lost we might be. In the Parable of the Lost Sheep (Matthew 18:12-14 and Luke 15:3-7), Christ describes the joy of a shepherd who finds one sheep lost from his flock, even as 99 others graze peacefully.

Maybe you’re this sheep. If not, plenty more wander the wilderness. Prepare to learn shepherding or, if already known, get out there and start searching. 

(If you’re ready to embrace Christ, He’s ready for you. Visit C-Suite for Christ to join in Christ-centered fellowship with other professionals. Join us as a member. Plant a chapter where you live. Consider becoming a corporate partner. Follow C-Suite for Christ on LinkedIn and Facebook. Questions? Contact Paul M. Neuberger at (414) 313-8338 or pneuberger@csuiteforchrist.com.)

A Globe-Spanning Proposition

“For though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does.” – 2 Corinthians 10:3

With establishment of our 19th U.S. chapter, it’s safe to say that C-Suite for Christ has a solid foothold in America. God has driven our success. We’d be wandering in the desert without His bountiful guidance and generosity.

A growing footprint is critical to our mission of “Covering the World in Christ.” Thirty operating chapters by the end of first quarter 2025 is our goal.

Our emphasis on bringing Christ into the workplace continues to gain steam, even as organized religion has increasingly faltered. Business executives need a place to be themselves with God. We provide it. He does the rest.

“Covering the World in Christ” is rooted in the Great Commission. We know this as Christ’s powerful call for evangelism, where he ordered His followers to “go and make disciples of all nations.” 

Note the last two words: “all nations.” This isn’t our verbiage. It’s Christ’s non-negotiable directive – and C-Suite for Christ’s next frontier.

We’re ready to go international!

Our ministry stands poised to reach abroad, as Jesus described. The “product” is turnkey, needing only market presidents with vision and drive. They bring the movement to their community, regardless of nation … and earn a living while glorifying God.

If you’re reading this outside the U.S., listen to your heart. 

Is God calling on you to boldly and unapologetically pursue the Great Commission? Do you feel a pull to take a big step for Jesus, as a market president of C-Suite for Christ?

If so, we have a 90-minute instructional video we’d like to share. It covers the responsibilities of this faith-filled role … and its potential for helping to achieve God’s kingdom on earth.

E-mail pneuberger@csuiteforchrist.com to learn more.

Christians increasingly realize they’ve stayed quiet, and on the sidelines, for far too long. A growing void exists between people of faith and the secular world. 

It’s time to bridge the gap. 

Let’s take Jesus at His word … and “make disciples of ALL nations.”

Break Your Chains

“But if people are bound in chains, held fast by cords of affliction, he tells them what they have done — that they have sinned arrogantly. He makes them listen to correction and commands them to repent of their evil. If they obey and serve him, they will spend the rest of their days in prosperity and their years in contentment.” – Job 36:8-11

Job was right. Most of us live in chains. We’re confined and restrained by shackles that resist every attempt at escape.

These aren’t literal metal chains, such as John the Baptist endured in prison before his beheading. His were clamped on by a regime that feared his influential prophecies, foretelling a coming savior who would redeem the masses.

No, these are metaphorical chains we put on ourselves – and, for some reason, don’t see. They restrain our daily existence. They hold us back from fulfilling our potential. Yet, inexplicably, we can’t break them.

Most of us are “chained” by fear. We’re paralyzed by past sins and regrets. Maybe it’s the great job we didn’t pursue, or the amazing person we didn’t ask out.

Or, perhaps it’s hurtful statements we made, or times we shrugged off kindnesses that, later, we realized were incredibly gracious and generous.

Self-imprisonment is all too real. We continually ask: Am I good enough? Am I worthy of love? Do I have what it takes to be successful?

Society can “chain” us, too. Its norms dictate that we not talk about Christ in the workplace, or bring Him up on social media.  Obviously, these chains need to be cast off to fulfil the Great Commission!

So, we remain shackled to our desk, our couch, our doubts … and largely unaware. Yet we desperately want to be unbound and freed. We just don’t know how, or where to turn.

Reach for the Key

“I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.’” – Galatians 2:20

It’s easy to get stuck in the past. We all have regrets, for things we did or didn’t do. Some carry deep scars from trauma of abuse, addiction, or abandonment. Everyone has baggage. The only differences are the weight.

Yes, these are the “chains” that bind us … and only Jesus holds the key.

It’s never too late to turn the page with Christ, and begin a new life. The Bible says the “old” us shared the cross at Calvary. That being is gone. Christ lives in us instead.

He calls on us to surrender. It’s the opportunity to experience a full life in Him. Will we accept this offer of a fresh start?

For many, it’s a big ask. They fear having to give up, well, something that must be really valuable in return. We always expect a trade-off, right?

Hesitations aside, try getting started with these practices in mind:

  • Keep God first. Pray to start the day. Read Scripture. Share the Gospel. Make church a reason to miss other events – not the other way around. Too “busy” to prioritize Christ? All the more reason to escape being Buried Under Satan’s Yoke.
  • Forget the past. Yikes. Talk about “big asks.” Well, just like we’re called to crucify our sinful desires, do the same to your heavy, burdensome past. Nail it to a tree, then pound more nails into it. Crucify and bury its unwelcome, unforgiving weight.
  • Don’t obsess about the future. It’s OK to set goals and make plans. Yet, trust God to guide your path into the future. Know that things might not happen in your desired order or timeframe. He will not abandon you.
  • Put God’s Word first. We’re barraged daily by words – from family, co-workers, friends, social media, advertisements and other sources. Start your day right by reading God’s Word. The Bible is a firm foundation on which to build wisdom and discretion, to interpret the many other words we hear.

Surrender to Victory

“Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.” –  Psalms 62:8

Being “chained” to our past just seems to be part of human nature. We can’t undo what’s done … and it drives us crazy. Therapy and coaching can loosen the shackles. They won’t break them.

Only surrendering to Jesus offers a release from past pains and regrets. We can’t live our best life until this threshold is crossed. Doing so opens the door to joy and prosperity.

It’s not a one-way street, though. We need to be open and honest with Him. This means confessing our sins and missteps, and taking responsibility.

Yes, it’s being vulnerable. Christ offers a safe place where we can be open with our emotions. He will not judge us. He’ll forgive us.

Therein lies the beauty, and freedom, of the surrender. Jesus will break the chains that have held us for far too long. We can turn the page to a new chapter.

Why are we afraid?

(If you’re ready to embrace Christ, He’s ready for you. Visit C-Suite for Christ to join in Christ-centered fellowship with other professionals. Join us as a member. Plant a chapter where you live. Consider becoming a corporate partner. Follow C-Suite for Christ on LinkedIn and Facebook. Questions? Contact Paul M. Neuberger at (414) 313-8338 or pneuberger@csuiteforchrist.com.)

Who’s Ready to Lead?

“Lead me, Lord, in your righteousness because of my enemies – make your way straight before me.” – Psalms 5:8

The phenomenal growth of C-Suite for Christ is fueled by our members’ mission to “Cover the World in Christ.” Their passion and drive are irreplaceable!

Consider this: The new Raleigh-Durham chapter of C-Suite for Christ is the organization’s 17th in 24 months! These numbers reflect a thirst and longing for Christ coast to coast – one that disciples are opening new chapters to meet!

Our organization’s LinkedIn page has nearly 120,000 followers.

LinkedIn has been instrumental in the growth of C-Suite for Christ. As a social media channel populated by professionals, its reach into far corners has been – OK, pun intended – a godsend.

Unfortunately, our organization’s ascent is paralleled by descending trends elsewhere in religion.

Christianity is being steadily undermined in secular quarters. The relentless attacks – from media, academia, and other parties – are working, too.

Only 30 percent of Americans regularly attend church, according to the latest Gallup research. Just two decades ago, the figure was 42 percent.

People are walking away from the faith. Churchgoers who pass are not being replaced. Worse yet, more and more people are dying without ever knowing Christ!

Even as C-Suite for Christ continues to expand, its task of sharing God’s Word grows ever larger.

Fortunately, data allows us to direct efforts. Below is a table of the 10 largest U.S. locations where we need to planta chapter:

Do you reside in one?

Is God telling you to let Him take the wheel of your career?

Or, is someone you know feeling the pull?

We need disciples ready to serve as new chapter presidents in these areas. All are ripe with potential for rapid chapter growth.

What’s missing?

Someone to take the lead!

Yes, you (or someone you know) could make “Covering the World in Christ” your profession. Can you imagine a more fulfilling career choice?

If this sparks something deep inside you, maybe it’s time for a conversation.

Contact me at pneuberger@csuiteforchrist.com to see if it’s time to light the fire. No experience required.

Why wait to answer God’s call to serve His people? 

Even if you consider yourself a “nobody,” remember that God has always used such individuals to prove He’s a somebody!

Prepare to Surrender

“Then Jesus said to his disciples, ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.’” – Matthew 16:24

Superhero movies sure are popular. Every month, it seems, a new film comes out featuring a larger-than-life hero(es), ready to save the world from a villain(s) of equally powerful proportions.

These characters always have traits that separate them from everyday humans. They might possess super strength. Or be able to fly. Or climb walls. Or create ingenious weapons. Or be invulnerable to others’ ingenious weapons.

The difference, of course, lies in how these abilities are used. One character uses them for good; the other, evil. In between lies all the difference.

We might not be “superheroes” per se. Nonetheless, God blesses each of us with unique talents.

We’re all good at something. Maybe it’s numbers. Or forming relationships. Or writing. Or performing physical feats of athletics or dance.

These abilities have immense potential for, well, a lot of things. Consider this: Do you use your talents to tell the world who you are … or Whose you are?

Let’s Rethink “Surrender”

“Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.” –  1 Peter 5:6

Scripture tells us to seek to grow closer to Christ, to carry forth His will. Yes, His will – not ours. We should spotlight Christ, not ourselves. As explained in Matthew 16, we should deny ourselves and take up the cross. Doing so requires surrendering our talents to Jesus, to use for His purposes.

Surrender? Uh oh. This term doesn’t have positive connotations. Usually, it means we’ve lost a competition, or given up something important.

Is this really the way to go?

Except, in the heavenly realm, surrender is the beginning of peace. It’s where we end, and Christ begins. We become more Christ-like only as our human part dies away.

Our plans should be subservient to God’s. Our goals for life are secondary (at best). We’re expected to surrender our wants and desires – a big ask.

Who is willing to do this? Only those destined to become true, authentic disciples of Christ.

Give it All Away

“Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” –  James 4:7

It’s tough to give up anything that one values. Surrendering all our plans and aspirations? This nearly defines “incomprehensible.”

God is serious, though. So how can we seriously approach meeting His standard?

  • Surrender to God through prayer. Our direct connection to God is through prayer. We enjoy fellowship with Christ via ceaseless prayer. We can use this channel to offer our surrender, telling Jesus we want to finally submit to Him.
  • Be mindful of our thoughts. Satan is sneaky and relentless. He spots openings whenever our thoughts turn to lust, anger, and other emotions not of God. Don’t think he’ll seize the opportunity to nudge you to act on them? Only by ridding our minds of imperfect desires can we keep the Evil One at bay.
  • Possess faith that completely trusts God. He has a plan. It might not match up with ours – but, in case you’ve forgotten, God’s will supersedes ours.
  • Let go of trying to control everything. “Control” is an illusion. We control next to nothing. God decides our life’s direction. Think of riding a bike – we pedal, while God steers. Do you really think He’ll direct you into a ditch?

We were created on purpose, for a purpose. God gives us each our unique abilities for a reason. He has made an investment in us, one destined to grow His kingdom.

Surrendering to God? Maybe it seems counterintuitive, at first. Until we consider: Where did our talents come from in the first place? Suddenly the pieces fall into place … and we realize how we’re really returning a favor, one that we could never, ever fully repay.

Suddenly the pieces fall into place … and we realize how we’re really returning a favor, one that we could never, ever fully repay.

(If you’re ready to embrace Christ, He’s ready for you. Visit C-Suite for Christ to join in Christ-centered fellowship with other professionals. Join us as a member. Plant a chapter where you live. Consider becoming a corporate partner. Follow C-Suite for Christ on LinkedIn and Facebook. Questions? Contact Paul M. Neuberger at (414) 313-8338 or pneuberger@csuiteforchrist.com.)