Category: Devotional

The Christian Investor: Trust Issues

There is a time to make a move and there is a time to sit back and let God handle it all, but how to do we define the two?

God is protecting us from things we cannot see.

As said in Ecclesiastes 3:11, ” He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart, yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end. And when He calls us to sit back and not move, God is protecting us from things we cannot see. And if you don’t know when God is telling you to trust him, ask Him! This understanding requires you to read more of his the bible for you to understand what he is speaking to you.

God has higher thinking than we do.

Besides, you may not be mentally or emotionally prepared for what “looks” like an exciting opportunity. If you trust God in handling the small things, you must trust him in the big things too. We have to lean on his understanding, for God’s has higher thinking than we do. He can turn a bad situation into good in a matter of seconds, but if you cannot trust with the gift he has given you how can he help you?

Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, Have never forsaken those who seek you. – Psalm 9:10

This week, ask God how you can trust him in every area of your life. Ask him to not only to help you when problems arise but to help you when things are going well. God will help us in the good times and bad, but our trust issues can stand in the way. Ponder on this scripture this week:

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. – Proverbs 3: 5-6

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The Christian Investor: Sweat Equity

I recall many times when I was working very hard on my networking business and there were days when I wanted to give up. I had no results even though I was doing everything I could; I was a top performer, drove many miles on the road to meet new customers and present new business opportunities on a daily basis. Nothing seemed to work and I couldn’t get past the glass ceiling. But now I’ve realized that I was working hard for others, but I wasn’t trusting God with my business.

Only fear the Lord and serve Him in truth with all your heart, for consider what great thing he has done for you. – 1 Samuel 12:24

As entrepreneurs, we have to constantly remind ourselves to work hard and pray like it’s up to him. There will be dry seasons (if you haven’t had them already) and you will feel like giving up. But if God gave you a clear vision of something you’re passionate about, is that worth leaving behind because you’re not seeing results? Everyone has a different path and in my situation, the dry seasoned passed and things were brighter because he had a better plan for me. But sometimes God will place us in these particular situations because he wants to see our sweat equity. With God, anything is possible, but if he gave you your dream tomorrow, would you be capable fo handling it (as we all raise our hands and say, YES!)

As investors and business owners, NEVER underestimate God and his power. He simply wants you to lean on him- not on your understanding, but his! As we enter into a new week, ask Him to lead you in strength through this time in your life and remember all of the things he has already brought you through.

You will eat the fruit of your labor; blessings and prosperity will be yours. -Psalm 128:2 (NIV)

The Christian Investor: Diligence

The definition of diligence: is to be careful and persistent at work or effort.

It says repeatedly in God’s work that he wants us to be diligent workers and to work unto him and not mere men. In Proverbs 13:4 it says,

The soul of the sluggard craves and gets nothing, while the soul of the diligent is richly supplied.

Are you lazy in your work? Do you find yourself always looking for a “quick” way to get the job done or are you diligent and complete it with a whole heart? May I encourage you to not always find an easy way to do things. Though this life has enough troubles on its own, work according to what God wants. If you’re investing your earned income into a business without being diligent in research, you may regret it later and it could destroy your savings. If you want a good harvest, plant quality seeds.

And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. – Galatians 6:9

As you draw closer to God this week, ask him how you can be diligent in your career and investments. Don’t be concerned about other’s harvests, you have the soil and water that has already been supplied for you. Now it’s up to you to place it in the ground and watch after it.

The Christian Investor: Dreams & Visions

I’ve noticed a vast growth of Christian entrepreneurs and investors, and I don’t think it’s a mistake. I truly believe that God wants more entrepreneurs working in their gifts and reaching to others through Him.

Perhaps you had a dream years ago to become a contractor, but instead, you concentrated on working more hours at your job to support your family. Or you maybe you’re a stay-at-home mom with the desire to become an investor, but instead, you put it behind you to take care of your kids at home *cough*.

Whatever dream or vision you have, if it is a dream that turned into a desire, ask God if this is right according to Him. But understand that God may want you to wait on him or he may be waiting on you to take that next step in faith- I wish I had the answer for you but that’s not my job.

For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.- Jeremiah 29:11

What To Expect From This Series:

Let’s make this very apparent and know that I am NOT a pastor or religious leader of any kind. I am a petite, aggressive businesswoman who loves God, stock investing, entrepreneurship, and I’m probably bound to say something blunt that may hurt you feelings…deal with it (in Jesus name)! My hope is to reach out to a young woman or gentleman who needed the spiritual encouragement to take action (or patience) on the next step to pursue their dreams.

However, I’ve titled this series “The Christian Investor” not only for investors but for all entrepreneurs and those who have a strong dream to achieve more. The goal for me is for you to become closer to God as you pursue your God-given dreams. Let’s end this with a short prayer (it’s the least I can do).

Dear God,

Please speak to me about what you want me to do with the dreams and visions you have given to me and let them not return void. As I read more of your word and begin to know you more, help me to have a desire to know you more and guide me throughout my week. Amen.

Is God Hearing Me?

This is a question I ask myself often. We always want to hear answers from God, but are we willing to take the time to hear what he has to say? Perhaps we are spending too much time watching Netflix instead of ending our day ready five minutes of the bible.

You do not realize what I’m doing, but later you will understand. -John 13:7 MSG

How can you add more of God to your life this week? Before you question if God is hearing you, draw closer to him by adding more of him into you day.