A Kingdom Entrepreneur’s Perspective
From the Beatles’ A Hard Day’s Night to Dolly Parton’s barely getting’ by because she’s workin’ 9 to 5, in a world that is increasingly addicted to busyness, the concept of work is in need of serious PR.
As a recovering workaholic and a self-professed Kingdom Entrepreneur, I’ve always been unapologetic for the God in me. But, in Christian circles, faith and work often seem worlds apart—like church on Sunday and emails on Monday operate in two different dimensions. Maybe that’s why so many people check their faith at the door—whether they’re running a business or clocking in for a corporation.
But if you know me even a little, you know that I believe my business is my purpose. I intertwine faith and work—blending them in a way that gives meaning to both the highs and the lows. It’s what enables me to face failures with resilience, find purpose in the ordinary, and see success as more than just numbers on a spreadsheet. Honestly, Monday is my favourite day of the week—it's bursting with possibilities!
While I know God will “reward” me for embodying His values in the workplace, I must admit that there are moments I catch myself saying “If I weren’t a Christian, I’d be making so much more money…” Because let’s face it: honesty, transparency and the Christian way aren’t always synonymous with profitability – at least when we see and hear of what some dare to do to make a quick buck.
Sometimes, Christian business leaders come across like doormats to me—letting employees push boundaries, accepting subpar treatment from suppliers, and making poor business decisions in the name of what Jesus would do. But would He, really?
Creating a Faith-Driven Culture in a For-Profit Business
Deuteronomy 8:18 reminds us: “You shall remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you power to get wealth.” I believe this wholeheartedly. Integrating faith into business isn’t about charity work. It’s about hard work, justice, integrity, consistency, wisdom, and love and, yes, there are grey areas. But being a follower of Christ doesn’t mean profit has to play second fiddle. Profit matters—it’s how we keep score in the corporate world.
Too often, Christians in business are seen merely as financial engines to fund churches and ministries. Of course, it’s noble to give generously. But my faith doesn’t just make me a donor—it makes me a representative, an ambassador of Christ and the poster child of His favour. I’m often under the microscope, and every business decision is a reflection of the God I serve. I believe that a certain level of success is necessary not just to support ministry, but to validate my values—to showcase God’s hand on my life.
I claim His promises boldly:
Jeremiah 29:11 – He wants to prosper me and give me a future.
Exodus 14 – He wants to display His glory.
Genesis 41:37 – Like for Joseph, He wants it to be obvious that He is with me.
Joshua 1:7–9 – That He is the one who gives me success in all I do.
These verses are not just encouragement—I see them as a business plan.
The Workplace: My Ministry Grounds
“Go and make disciples of all nations.” —Matthew 28:19-20
As I recently said at a See Hear Love event: in addition to everything else, faith-based businesses need to integrate stewardship with leadership. To me it means that in addition to chasing corporate accolades that validate my skills, I’m also seeking genuine connections because I’m also thirsting for another kind of “well done.” I couldn’t find a place for myself in traditional ministry, but in business, I found freedom, strength, and clarity. I found purpose. And I found a business edge in partnering with God who guides every move I make.
Some argue that religion has no place in business. But this is who I am. Fully integrated. Fully aligned. From Monday to Friday, at work and at play, I want every word and action to reflect Christ. Though admittedly, that’s easier said than done. I mess up a lot and often but by His grace, I hope that my effort is something He can use for His glory because while profit matters, people matter more. God is in the people business.
We spend more than 90,000 hours at work in a lifetime—that’s a lot of time to build trust, demonstrate values, and plant seeds. The average small business touches over 5,000 people a year—customers, employees, suppliers, peers. Meanwhile, most churches see fewer than 100 people a week. So my business might just “compete” with the pulpit when it comes to outreach and influence. If evangelism is about moving people one step closer to Jesus, then business is fertile ground. It starts with trust. And trust opens the door to truth.
Walking the Talk: Faith as a Business Practice
Living out your faith in business takes courage. It means being different. After 23+ years as an entrepreneur, I’ve reached the point where I can confidently say: I am a God-fearing Christian businesswoman—and I’m proud of it! That doesn’t mean I’m perfect. It means I’m bold enough to live what I believe, without apology. And here’s how that belief system translates into our business—these are the values we’ve adopted at The PR Department as our plumbline, guiding every decision and interaction:
Put People First: At the heart of every transaction is a person. Since everyone enjoys buying from people they enjoy dealing with, we prioritize real connection—we introduce ourselves with a handshake and leave with a hug! This includes fair pay, recognition, and personal/professional growth. Colossians 4:1
You Can’t Outgive God: We go the extra mile and give back—because we believe our agency is our calling, and service is part of that. Our goal has always been to give 10% of our sales (after tax) to organizations that do work we believe in. Proverbs 3:9-10
Commit to Excellence: Because we serve a God of excellence, we strive to reach the highest standards in everything we do. With a greater purpose than “just making money”, we’re fueled by an undying need to go beyond the bottom line. We add value, improve and enrich and that means our mandates are completed when we’re proud to show our results. Titus 3:8, Colossians 3:23
Business is Personal: We treat our clients’ businesses like our own, with passion and integrity. Proverbs 22:1
Integrity Always: We choose what’s right, not what’s easy. That shows up in fair pricing, dependable service, and quality work. It means working with diligence and enthusiasm while constantly looking for ways to improve. Proverbs 11:3, Proverbs 22:29
Commit Your Work to God: If He gave you the idea, He’ll open the doors. But you have to invite Him into the journey. Proverbs 16:3
Make a Plan & Work Hard: Proverbs 21:5 says: “The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.” God honours diligence and action! We plan. We hustle. We pray over tough clients. Colossians 3:2
Final Thought
For me, The PR Department, isn’t just a job or a business—it’s my ministry grounds, my testimony. And it’s a chance to show the world that faith and excellence, compassion and strength, profitability and purpose can all exist together.
