Proverbs 18:16, 2 Cor 9:15, Deut 8:18, Romans 12:2, I Thess 5:16-19, Prov 16:18

Men and brethren, everyone is gifted with different abilities – but some people never open their package and if God did not gift people differently, life would be chaotic! Those who discovers, utilize and excel with their gifts and creativity stand out in the world; others who don’t, become a labourer to the one who does. The scripture says “A man’s gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.” Proverbs 18:16 (NKJV). All because our source and resources comes from God.  May God make you a creator of your circumstances that will take you to the Palace. “Thanks be to God for his inexpressible gift!” 2 Cor 9:15

Creators of circumstances is a stimuli to daily success for business owners and people who want heaven to make them inventors and creators of idea that will turn around their destiny for good. The idea that poverty is holy and wealth a curse never came from God. It came from the devil who wants you poor. He robs and steals from you (John 10:10), and even wants you to have a poverty mentality to keep you poor! God, however, wants you to prosper. And He does it by giving you the power to create wealth. Everyone is called to do something with their hands – it makes you a business owner. Don’t expect your finances to be met alone by one job that pays every month. May God make you a creator of your circumstances.  I will share some secrets about exploring and becoming a stand out person in your venture. These nuggets from the scriptures can be used in the good and tough times in your small business and in whatever your hand finds doing.

Number One: Your success now and in future is rooted in God. “But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth that he may establish his covenant which he swear unto thy fathers, as it is this day.” Deut 8:18. All of our skills and special talents that we use in our businesses are all given to us by God. He gives us the ability to make money and cut deals. He did it for our parents and mentors and he does it for us too. This is a Kingdom mentality that you must remember and it helps to make you humble and grateful. The day you begin to brag around, heaven shall turn your fortune around. Psalm 18:27, Jude 1:4, I declare you shall not lack.

Number Two: Be Innovative. Every event is invented. “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” Romans 12:2. The bible commands us to be innovative in our businesses. We should not ever try to be like anyone else. The world is still waiting on a better mousetrap, and we should never rest on our successes. We must renew ourselves by being lifelong learners and reading constantly. The world is waiting for your invention; don’t ever feel you don’t matter, hear this “For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God.” Rom 8:19

Number Three: Heavenly Connection. Unless you are connected to your connection, you cannot collect your collection. “Rejoice evermore. Pray without ceasing. In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you. Quench not the Spirit.” I Thessalonians 5:16-19. Therefore, it is important to have a prayerful life as an entrepreneur; it will help you on those days when things do not go your way. You need to have the strength to thank God, even when you do not win that big contract. God protects us when we do not get opportunities that we think we can’t survive without. Always be grateful.

Number Four: Beware of Pride “Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.” Prov 16:18 Many entrepreneurs struggle with pride. Do not be afraid to tell clients or employees that you do not know the answer. Try to diffuse any issues with truth and by taking full responsibility for fixing the problem. Never let your ego get in the way of doing what’s in the best interest of your business.

Number Five. Trust God “And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work” 2 Cor 9:8. God always delivers to us what we need in order to do our best work. Sometimes he sends a check we need just in time, and other times he sends us creativity to find the best solution to our challenges. Trust in the Lord at all times. When He gives a vision, there is always a provision on the way to your destination. Be blessed.

Number Six: Fear is the Enemy of Invention and creativity. “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” 2 Tim 1:7. Fear is the enemy of entrepreneurship. God wants us to go out with the power he gives us to pursue our ideas in business. That you are new in business is the more reason why you should go out and succeed so that you can have a reference point. Never ever allow anyone to shout you down, or look you down or sit you down and out of your dream and business.

Number Seven: Be Discipline. “Now no chastening for the present seemeth to be joyous, but grievous: nevertheless afterward it yieldeth the peaceable fruit of righteousness unto them which are exercised thereby.” Hebrews 12:11. You must be fiscally disciplined in business. You cannot put all your hard work at risk by not being focused on your big picture goals and your monthly sales goals. It is painful at times, but it will produce quite a harvest. Life is made in a way that men and women who are discipline ruled the men who are not.

Number Eight: Business is a Marathon. “Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain.” 1 Cor 9:24. Running a business is hard. It’s a marathon not a sprint. There will be plenty of stumbling blocks in your way. Everyone trips and falls while running this race, but winners get up faster than everyone else. You must do what you need to do to win your race.

Number Nine. Believing is Essential “As soon as Jesus heard the word that was spoken, he saith unto the ruler of the synagogue, Be not afraid, only believe.” Mark 5:36. There will be times when you are the only person who believes in your business dream. Don’t be afraid. Believe in yourself and your business idea because believing is receiving.

Number Ten: Be Firm and Decisive “He that observeth the wind shall not sow; and he that regardeth the clouds shall not reap.” Ecclesiastes 11:4. You must be willing to make decisions in your small business. No one is going to come along and do it for you. Make hard decisions quickly, so you can move on to doing the work needed to help your customers.

Number Eleven: Seek Counsel. “Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.” Prov 11:14. It is critical to have a kitchen cabinet of advisors for your small business. Your business will not survive on your experience alone. Pull together four to five people who are invested in your success. The group should include an existing entrepreneur, a customer, a mentor, a lawyer and an accountant. Seek out a mastermind group or peer to peer mentoring program to help as well.

Number Twelve: You can do it. “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” Philippians 4:13. Whenever you struggle with your self-confidence read this bible verse to yourself. There will be times in your business when you need to force yourself to stretch beyond what you think is possible. You can do it. Change isn’t giving up; doing nothing is giving up. Deuteronomy 30:11,14,
The Awesomely Awesome God we serve is the God who provides. Not only does He see our need and care that our needs are met. He is the one who provides us with everything we need. He has promised to provide and He is faithful to provide. We can trust Him. We can come to Him. He hears our cries and meets our need. Therefore, keep going, keep running, keep moving, and keep praying. You can achieve the reward of wealth with proper planning, good organization, diligent work and enthusiasm because He has made you a creator of your circumstances.

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