There’s Always Risk: A Kingdom Perspective on Entrepreneurship

Risk and Faith: The Reality for Kingdom Entrepreneurs

In the world of Business as Mission (BAM), many aspiring entrepreneurs believe that because they’re building a business for God’s Kingdom, they’ll be shielded from failure.

Let’s be clear:

  • Jesus will never leave you nor forsake you (Hebrews 13:5–6)
  • God is completely faithful to His promises (1 Thessalonians 5:24)
  • If we trust and acknowledge Him, He will direct our paths (Proverbs 3:5–6)

But business?
Business still carries risk. Always has. Always will.


The Unavoidable Reality of Risk in Business

Here’s a hard truth: Kingdom businesses are not exempt from worldly challenges.

Even when your motives are pure, you may face:

  • ❌ Bad decisions
  • ❌ Economic downturns
  • ❌ Management missteps
  • ❌ Disloyal employees
  • ❌ Disruptive competitors
  • ❌ Unwise investments

These are not signs of divine disapproval—they’re simply realities of doing business.


How Should a Kingdom Entrepreneur Handle Risk?

Here’s a biblical and practical approach to navigating risk as a faith-driven entrepreneur:

1. Acknowledge That Risk Exists

No amount of spiritual optimism overrides business reality. Magical thinking is not faith—it’s fantasy.

2. Evaluate Your Risk Tolerance

Do you have the emotional resilience and spiritual maturity to handle uncertainty and loss? If not, take time to grow before launching.

3. Separate Your Identity from Your Business

Your worth is not tied to your profit margins. Failure in business is not failure in Christ.

4. Surrender Outcomes to God

You’re responsible for obedience, not results. Trust God with the rest.

5. Assess Risk vs. Reward

Is the potential Kingdom impact and financial success worth the risk? Wise stewardship involves honest evaluation.

6. Respond to Fear with Faith

When fear creeps in, turn your eyes to Jesus. Again and again.

7. Step Forward with Courage

Your confidence is rooted in God’s sovereignty and love—not your circumstances.

8. Refuse to Look Back

Once you’ve launched in obedience, stay the course—regardless of the outcome.


A Word from Daniel: Strength in Action

“By smooth words, he will turn to godlessness those who act wickedly toward the covenant, but the people who know their God will display strength and take action.”
Daniel 11:32

This is your call: Know your God. Show strength. Take action.Even in the face of risk.
Even when the outcome is uncertain.
Even when the world says, “Play it safe.”

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