By OBBM Network Editorial Staff

Derived from an episode of Storypower TV.

What happens when an entrepreneur’s success sparks envy in those around them? In a candid conversation with host J. Loren Norris, guest Daniel Gomez explores how jealousy can sabotage business, the spiritual discipline of gratitude, and the power of focusing on the resources already in hand.

Jealousy: A Hidden Barrier to Business Success

Gomez warns that jealousy is more than an emotion—it is a “spiritual condition” that can cripple entrepreneurs. He references Proverbs, noting that while anger is dangerous, “jealousy is even more dangerous, more potent.” The feeling, he explains, often arises when a colleague’s achievements outpace one’s own, leading to resentment that undermines collaboration.

He illustrates this with a personal anecdote about a marriage. Despite the turbulence, the couple remained together, highlighting how jealousy can strain even the closest relationships when success is unevenly distributed.

Focusing on What’s in Your Hand

The conversation shifts to a core entrepreneurial principle: look at what you already possess rather than envying others. Gomez says, “The mistake that a lot of entrepreneurs make, they don’t look at what’s in their hand. They look at what’s in J. Loren’s hand. They look at what’s in her hands. They look at what’s in his hands.” By concentrating on personal assets and talents, entrepreneurs can avoid diluted focus and achieve clearer results.

He draws a biblical parallel, recalling how Jesus asked a disciple, “What do you got in your hand? A stick?” and then demonstrated how to multiply it. The lesson is that multiplication follows recognition of existing resources, not the pursuit of external glamour.

Faith, Multiplication, and Real‑World Application

Gomez links faith to practical outcomes, emphasizing that belief does not alter God’s power but determines a person’s ability to receive it. He cites Peter walking on water, noting that “Peter only received what Peter was willing to believe.” This perspective reframes faith as a gateway rather than a limiter.

Gomez recounts a meeting with a homeless man who wanted to buy burgers for his camp. When asked about investing the money, the man imagined planting seeds, recognizing that a small investment could yield a harvest far larger than a single meal. “If you take the other 30 and stuff it in a mattress, how long before you have a car? A home?” Gomez asks, urging listeners to plant seeds that grow into orchards.

Transforming Stories, Transforming Lives

The overarching mission of Storypower, printed on the side of their trailer and business cards, is “transforming stories, transforming lives.” Gomez stresses the importance of a clear assignment: delivering content that not only entertains but also equips audiences to improve workplace culture and fundraising outcomes.

Christina Knowles, a recent participant in the Storypower Masterclass, testifies to the program’s impact: “I took away so much information… I will use that with every speaking engagement and I’m so grateful that Lauren just spoke truth into his teachings.” Her experience underscores the tangible benefits of mastering narrative techniques for personal and professional growth.

Practical Steps for Entrepreneurs

Gomez challenges listeners to identify the old habits and identities that must be “killed” to make room for new growth. He asks, “What do you need to kill? What is that old identity that you need to kill?” By shedding outdated mindsets, entrepreneurs can embrace a “millionaire mind” rooted in purpose rather than envy.

Ultimately, the conversation circles back to the idea that success multiplies when focus sharpens, faith steadies, and generosity plants seeds for future abundance. As Gomez puts it, “If you give a homeless man 50 dollars and he buys 20 dollars worth of hamburgers, that’s laudable. If you take the other 30 and plant it, you’ll have an orchard.”

The full episode of Storypower TV is available on OBBM Network TV.