July 24, 2023

Faith in Business: Embracing Faith in Your Business Journey

Welcome to the final part of our series on understanding your identity in Christ as a Christian business owner. Throughout this journey, we have explored various aspects of how your identity in Christ shapes your approach to entrepreneurship. Today, we conclude our exploration by summarizing key insights and encouraging you to continue integrating your faith into your business journey.

Recap of Key Insights

  1. Understanding Your Identity: Recognize that your identity is rooted in Christ, not in your accomplishments or business success. Embrace the truth that you are loved, chosen, and uniquely designed for His purposes.
  2. Embracing God’s Love and Grace: Allow God’s love and grace to free you from the pressures of performance-driven validation. Find security and significance in your relationship with Him, knowing that your worth is not defined by worldly standards.
  3. Discovering Your Kingdom Purpose: Seek God’s guidance to discern His specific calling for your business. Align your actions and goals with His purposes, infusing your work with intentionality, significance, and a greater sense of fulfillment.
  4. Guiding Your Business with Kingdom Values: Prioritize values such as integrity, compassion, justice, and stewardship in all aspects of your business. Reflect God’s character through your interactions with employees, customers, and the wider community.

Continuing the Journey

As we conclude this series, we want to encourage you to continue integrating your faith into your business journey. Your identity in Christ is not limited to a one-time realization but should permeate every aspect of your entrepreneurial path.

  1. Seek His Guidance: Cultivate a habit of seeking God’s guidance through prayer and studying His Word. Allow His wisdom and direction to shape your decisions and strategies.
  2. Grow in Faith and Character: Invest in your personal growth as a Christian business owner. Continuously deepen your understanding of Scripture, participate in relevant training, and surround yourself with like-minded individuals who can support and encourage you.
  3. Build a Community: Engage with other Christian business owners and entrepreneurs who share your values. Join the Foundry Advisory, attend conferences, or seek mentorship opportunities to foster connections and learn from others’ experiences.
  4. Impact the World: Embrace the responsibility of using your business as a platform to impact the world for God’s glory. Look for opportunities to serve and make a difference in your local community and beyond.
  5. Stay Anchored in Christ: As you navigate the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, remember to stay anchored in Christ. He is your source of strength, wisdom, and guidance. Rely on Him in times of uncertainty and seek His grace and provision in all circumstances.

Closing Thoughts

We hope that this series has provided you with valuable insights and inspiration on how your identity in Christ influences your business journey. As a Christian business owner, you have the opportunity to bring a unique perspective, purpose, and impact to the marketplace.

May your identity in Christ continue to shape and inspire your entrepreneurial path. Remember that your faith is not separate from your business endeavors but should be integrated into every decision and action you take. Stay tuned for more resources, support, and encouragement as you continue to walk this faith-filled journey of being a Christian business owner. May your business be a vessel for God’s love, truth, and glory, and may you experience abundant blessings and fulfillment in your entrepreneurial pursuits.

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Sarahjane Chartier is a Christian Mindset Coach who specializes in helping Christian leaders get clear on WHO they are designed and called to be by God; helping them determine the next best steps so they can accelerate living intentionally and experience peace, joy, and contentment in every season of life. Sarahjane uses her unique background, work experience, education, and her training as a personal development coach to create a positive, future-focused, motivating environment which facilitates and encourages personal and professional growth rooted in the truth found in the Word of God.

“Life motivation comes from the deep longings of your heart. and the passion to see them fulfilled urges you onward- Proverbs 16:26”

Sarahjane is an entrepreneur, franchise retail store owner, wife, mother, and daughter of the Most High God!

Hunter Wylie

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Rick Scadden

Rick Scadden is an Executive Pastor with over 10 years of executive and ministry experience. Once a four-time felon, Rick’s journey from a troubled past to full-time pastoral leadership is a testament to the power of redemption and grace. Now, as a passionate leader, teacher, and preacher, he dedicates his life to guiding others on their spiritual journeys and fostering community through faith.

Rick’s leadership extends beyond the pulpit—he brings vision, compassion, and commitment to every aspect of his ministry. His experiences, both challenging and transformative, have shaped his approach to preaching and counseling, emphasizing second chances and the unconditional love of Christ.

Rick is married to his wife, Lacey, and together they have three children: Sadie, Amariah, and Josiah. Outside of his pastoral duties, Rick enjoys spending time outdoors, particularly fly fishing, which allows him to connect with God’s creation in a personal way.

Jenni Rae

Jenni Rae is a Nashville-based speaker and business & performance coach with over two decades of experience helping entrepreneurs and business leaders build multiple 6- and 7-figure ventures. As a top 2% performer in direct sales, she’s renowned for her expertise in unlocking peak performance through psychology, emotional intelligence, and neuroscience. Jenni Rae’s proven methodology empowers owners to elevate their leadership, create magnetic brands, and drive sustainable business growth.
 
With a unique ability to help individuals and teams transform from the inside out, Jenni Rae has guided thousands to amplify their influence, increase sales, and achieve lasting impact without sacrificing what matters most.
 
In 2019 she founded Jenni Rae Co., a coaching company committed to raise up 1000 next-generation business owners who RISE to their next level by leading their business with excellence, integrity, and radical personal ownership, while living faith and family forward.
 
Jenni Rae runs 3-day performance acceleration events and various coaching programs for entrepreneurs, business owners, & coaches to overcome limitations, heal in the hustle, master their Inner Game – so that they can be a stand-out brand and 10x their sales without sacrificing themselves, their health, or their relationships to do it. A devoted mom of four (raising three this side of heaven), her mission is to fuel exponential company growth through transformational business owner development.

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