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.”