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Following God's Business Plan

by Brett Fuller on January 29, 2018

Most people’s perception of Scripture leaves them with the idea that vast majority of the folks used and blessed by God were clergy. Yet, the many of the people were not ordained ministers. All of the patriarchs (Abraham, Isaac and Jacob) were businessmen. Joseph was a prime minister. God is into using people from everyday life to advance His cause in the earth.

Isaiah speaks of God’s desire concerning businessmen. In chapter 48:17-18, “Thus says the LORD, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel, "I am the LORD your God, who teaches you to profit, who leads you in the way you should go…” What a great deal. Our God is not only concerned about our spiritual well-being but our occupational well-being.

Twice, Jesus blessed fisherman Peter and his companions with the largest catches of their lives (Luke 5:4-8, John 21:4-8). If you’re occupation is not inherently evil and if you are kingdom minded, He wants to make you profitable so you can live right and live well…