Mar 27 2025 41 mins
Explore the intersection of faith, diligence, and business success. How do faith and action work together in real estate? In this episode of The Christian Agent Podcast, Garrett Maroon sits down with James Houghtaling, a real estate coach with 28 years of experience.
They discuss how humor builds rapport in coaching, why prayer is a crucial first step, and how agents can overcome financial challenges by tracking conversations and taking consistent action. James and Garrett share personal stories of God’s faithfulness, the importance of setting ambitious goals, and why real estate requires both trusting God and actively pursuing success.
Whether you’re a new agent looking for guidance or a seasoned professional navigating uncertain times, this episode offers biblically grounded wisdom on thriving in real estate while keeping faith at the center.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Real estate is a conversation business—agents must track their outreach.
✅ Prayer is the foundation for navigating challenges in business.
✅ Trusting God doesn’t mean being passive—faith requires action.
✅ The Israelites still had to collect the manna—God provides, but we must do the work.
✅ Many Christian agents struggle with being proactive—diligence is a biblical principle.
✅ Difficult seasons test our faith but also prepare us for greater responsibilities.
✅ God’s faithfulness is evident in both success and hardship.
✅ Setting ambitious goals is important but must be paired with trust in God's plan.
✅ Community and connection are vital for long-term success.
✅ Humor can be a powerful tool in building relationships and trust in coaching.
Episode Chapters:
⏳ 00:00 – Introduction & The Role of Humor in Real Estate Coaching
🎙 04:58 – James Houghtaling’s Coaching Journey & 28 Years of Experience
💰 09:59 – Navigating Financial Challenges in Real Estate
⚖️ 15:00 – Balancing Faith & Action in Business
🏡 18:59 – Why Diligence is Key to Real Estate Success
🙏 21:47 – Faith & Work: A Biblical Perspective on Business Growth
🔥 24:41 – The Testing of Faith in Business Challenges
🙌 27:50 – Trusting God's Faithfulness in Uncertain Times
🎯 30:49 – Setting Goals While Trusting in God’s Plans
📞 34:36 – Connecting with James Houghtaling
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