Episode #39
039 | Losing Everything Changed The Way I Lead | Andrew Bullard
Small Business Ownership | Grief | Is Prophecy Real? | Church Leadership Accountability In this episode, I sit down with Andrew Bullard for one of our most personal conversations yet. We discuss the unexpected journey from employee to business owner after the sudden loss of his mentor, the realities of entrepreneurship, leadership, succession planning, and why legacy matters far more than most people realize. Andrew also shares the story behind Starlights Landscape Lighting, what it's like running a growing company, and the lessons he's learned through hardship and loss. The conversation then turns deeply personal as we discuss grief, the loss of loved ones, faith in the middle of suffering, heaven, purpose, and what it means to trust God when life doesn't make sense. We also explore the role of biblical 'prophecy' in modern context while discussing healthy vs unhealthy ministry practices. If you've ever wrestled with faith, tragedy, leadership, or finding hope in difficult seasons, this conversation offers an honest and thoughtful perspective. Andrew Bullard is the owner of Starlights, a Georgia-based landscape lighting company, and a former pastor with over a decade of ministry experience. Following a profound season of personal loss and a difficult departure from a high-control religious environment, Andrew has become a thoughtful voice on faith, leadership, and resilience. Today, he is passionate about helping others navigate spiritual abuse, healthy church leadership, entrepreneurship, and the pursuit of a faith rooted in truth, accountability, and hope. Through candid conversations and real-life experience, Andrew encourages people to lead with integrity, embrace healing, and build lives marked by lasting purpose. Follow on X and IG: @andrewbullard15 Chapters: 00:00 | The Thumbnail Tells You What Happens Here (Thanks For The Gift Andrew) 08:46 | Why America Still Struggles To Compete In Soccer 14:36 | Inside The Landscape Lighting Business 18:40 | How Professional Outdoor Lighting Actually Works 26:23 | My Boss Died... Then I Took Over The Company 33:32 | Becoming An Entrepreneur Overnight 38:38 | Legacy, Wills & Why Every Business Needs A Succession Plan 42:02 | Three Devastating Losses In One Season 53:05 | Finding Hope, Heaven & Comfort Through Grief 1:02:07 | Wrestling With God's Goodness During Tragedy 1:12:44 | Prophetic Dreams, Ministry & Spiritual Abuse 1:28:15 | Church Leadership, Accountability & Healthy Authority 1:44:50 | Hearing God's Voice Without Manipulation 1:56:40 | Politics, Healthcare & Difficult Conversations 2:03:05 | Final Advice On Living A Meaningful Life
