The Business Plan
In today’s episode, Faith Driven Entrepreneur: The Stewardship Test Every Christian Business Owner Must Pass, explores how Christian entrepreneurs can align their business practices with God’s will. Ric Bender argues that business is not just about profit, but is an act of stewardship that requires wisdom and integrity.
Key Takeaways from the Video:
- Wisdom as the Foundation: The Bible says that “wisdom is the principal thing” (Proverbs 4:7). While modern business terminology often favors words like “strategy” or “deliverables,” Ric argues that seeking God’s wisdom is essential for aligning a business with a divine purpose.
- Building God’s Way: Drawing from the Book of Proverbs, the host explains that building a business is a slow, intentional process. He compares this to wisdom acting as a “master craftsman” before His works of old.
- Practical Steps to Obtain Wisdom: The host outlines a process based on Proverbs 8 to help business owners access godly wisdom:
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- Listen: Slow down and quiet your environment to hear what God is speaking.
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- Receive: Actively accept instruction and understanding, which the host notes is of greater value than gold or silver.
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- Seek: Diligently pursue wisdom to find it.
- The Promise of Stewardship: By prioritizing God’s wisdom over transactional business habits, entrepreneurs are promised “enduring riches and righteousness”.
Ultimately, the Ric Bender encourages business owners to shift their perspective from mere management to purposeful stewardship, ensuring that their daily operations honor their faith.
