The prudent sees danger and hides himself, but the simple go on and suffer for it.” Proverbs 22:3 The sluggard says, ‘There is a lion outside! I shall be killed in the streets!’” Proverbs 22:13 Critics of Christianity often argue their case by saying, “The Bible is full of contradictions.”…
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Business
God May Want Your Business to Fail
I stood in my kitchen late one night after another incredibly long workday and begged God to let me close my business. When I first opened the store, I knew without a doubt that I heard God’s direction to do so. Now, after almost two years of struggle, I was…
Business
My Wife Made My Business Succeed
As I was leaving my office yesterday, I noticed one of my favorite pictures of myself and Vanessa, a photo taken by a friend of ours at our wedding. It reminded me of a blog post she wrote for her yoga business, and I had a moment of thankfulness for…
Business
Don’t Work for Money
Do not toil to acquire wealth; be discerning enough to desist. When your eyes light on it, it is gone. for suddenly it sprouts wings, flying like an eagle toward heaven.” Proverbs 23:4f (ESV) Every business spends an incredible amount of energy and focus dealing with money. Building budgets, projecting…
Business
What I See is What I Get
Whoever has a bountiful eye will be blessed, for he shares his bread with the poor.” Proverbs 22:9 The bountiful eye sees plenty, not a lack thereof. The bountiful eye realizes that commerce is a living thing and wealth can actually grow. The bountiful eye is aware of opportunities all…