Your Company’s Other Bottom Line

Sometimes it feels like faith driven entrepreneurs must serve two masters: the company bottom line and God. In this Bible reading plan, we unpack our business priorities. Specifically, how do our businesses produce fruit of the spirit? What if we worked in an economy that produced love, joy, and gentleness first and profit second?

If you feel like you’ve lost sight of your true purpose, consider working to build up another bottom line – Christ’s bottom line.

Day 1: Eyes on the Eternal

Rob Thomas experienced what no entrepreneur ever wants to face – his business partner committed fraud and nearly destroyed both their careers. If Rob was only focused on his business’ success, he could have justifiably cut off the relationship, pressed charges, and gone on with his life.

But Rob is a faith driven entrepreneur and decided to redeem the relationship. Now, his business is thriving.

Bible reading from 2 Corinthians.

Day 2: We Will One Day Hear “Well Done.”

Entrepreneurs seem bent on reaping their rewards in this life. We want the highest IPOs and the largest buyouts. We want people to praise us for our vision and organization. But is that a faith driven mindset?

Paul, however, was able to say that he was content in every situation. Dive into today’s Bible reading plan and consider who has the power to create wealth and who has the power to sustain us. Some of the most righteous men and women didn’t see incredible wealth in their lifetimes. But Jesus promises that those who remain faithful will receive a hearty “Well done!” in eternal life.

Bible reading from Deuteronomy.

Day 3: Life is Fleeting

Do you dream of creating a business that lasts for centuries? Quite a tall order! And while creating something lasting is a worthy goal, it’s helpful to consider how brief life really is. David says, “Show me, Lord, my life's end and the number of my days. Let me know how fleeting my life is. You have made my days a mere handbreadth.”

As we consider what’s important to our bottom line, we have to reframe our perspectives. Don’t let the trappings of a brief life distract you from things of eternal value.

Bible reading from Psalm.

Day 4: Slowing Down in Silicon Valley

Silicon Valley is known for building things quickly and “failing fast.” When we’re focused only on the financial bottom line, there’s no room for rest. But we know how quickly we can burn out when we don’t allow ourselves time to rest. 

Today’s piece of the Bible reading plan dives into the book of James. Perhaps an attitude of listening and appreciation can help us find balance in our busy entrepreneur lives.

Bible reading from James.