Ministry in the Marketplace

Elijah was a prophet in Israel during a time of increasing wickedness; he faced strong opposition - a time like many Christians around the world face today. Elijah was very aware of the opposition and the rampant idolatry in the culture around...

What qualities impact effectiveness in the marketplace? The ancient patriarch, Abraham, provides a thought provoking example. He was called out of a pagan culture to embark on a journey of faith. Abraham became the father of nations. He impacted those...

Is marketplace ministry within the church walls oxymoronic in concept? Marketplace ministry is our response to the Great Commission – a holistic approach to bringing Jesus Christ into our work lives. It is a matter of being authentic and growing in our walk...

What does the concept, business as missions, imply? Lydia, the ancient seller of purple mentioned in Acts, is a prime example. As a talented business owner and capitalist, she was intentional in using her business as a base of ministry. Lydia used commerce not as an...