Going on the personal, transformative journey of Activate, allows you to shift your perspective to recognize that our businesses are not just vehicles for financial gain but platforms for God's Kingdom purposes. As business people, our goal is not only to achieve success in the eyes of the world but to honor God and advance His kingdom through our work. The following verse reminds us that our work is ultimately an act of worship. When we approach our professional life with excellence and integrity, we honor God and invite His blessing upon our endeavors.

Colossians 3:23-24 (NIV)

Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.

So, What… for This Week?

• Understand Your Identity and the Identity of Your Team: Engage the process of understanding the “true identity” of your business team and make sure you have the right people in the right seats.

• Establish Kingdom Values: Define and articulating the core values that will guide your business operations. These values should reflect Kingdom principles such as integrity, honesty, compassion, and stewardship.

• Seek Divine Guidance: Make prayer and seeking God's wisdom a priority in your business decision-making process. Invite the Holy Spirit to lead and guide you in all aspects of your business, from strategic planning to daily operations.

• Prioritize People over Profit: Shift your focus from solely pursuing profit to investing in the well-being and development of your employees, customers, and community. Create a culture of honor, respect, and servant leadership within your organization.

• Practice Generosity: Embrace a spirit of generosity by giving back to your community and supporting Kingdom initiatives. Consider allocating a portion of your profits to charitable causes or partnering with nonprofit organizations to make a positive impact.

• Lead with Integrity: Let your business practices be characterized by honesty, transparency, and ethical behavior. Build trust with your stakeholders by consistently upholding the highest standards of integrity in all your dealings.

• Pursue Excellence: Strive for excellence in everything you do, from product quality and customer service to innovation and creativity. Let your pursuit of excellence be a reflection of God's glory and a testimony to His grace.

By building and leading Kingdom-minded businesses, we have the opportunity to be agents of transformation in the marketplace, bringing light, hope, and redemption to a world in need. Let us steward our businesses with faithfulness, diligence, and Kingdom impact, knowing that ultimately, we serve a greater purpose beyond mere profit and success.