6 Ways to Be Successful in Business

In the current economy, many business have been hit hard or failed. But I believe if we grab hold of the principles that I talk about below that you can still prosper in hard economic times.

1. Avoid get rich quick schemes- Proverbs 28:20 warns us about get rich quick schemes. The verse says, "a man with an evil eye hastens after riches and does not consider that poverty will come upon him." We have all seen that late night infomercials promising that you can make lots of money with little to no effort and promises of overnight success. If something sounds too good to be true it probably is. It takes hard work and effort to be a success.

2. Do what you say- In Matthew 5:33-37, Jesus warned about making promises and oaths and not fulfilling them. He said,"Let your nay (no) be nay(no) and your yeah(yes) be yeah (yes). If you promises someone that you are going to do something do it. Sometimes you cannot always do what you promise due to unforeseen circumstances, but you should at least let the person know that you can't do what you promised and make restitution at a later time.

3.Pay your workers well- In Luke 10:7, Jesus said the laborers are worthy of their hire. Withholding wages from someone who has worked hard limits their ability to take care of themselves and their families.

4. Learn to give- As God blesses and increases your finances, you have a responsibility to give back to your families and communities. Our communities not only need your money but they need your time as well. Always find time to mentor or volunteer. Acts 20:35 says, "You must support the weak and it is more blessed to give than to receive."

5. Put God first in everything- Before you make a major decision ask God what decision you should make or ask for his help. Also pray for God to bless your business each day. Luke 12:31 says, "But seek the kingdom of God and all these things (provisions, possessions) will be added to you."

6. Treat people like you want to be treated- This is the golden rule that we learned as children. be courteous to everyone and treat every customer well. People are more willing to do business with you when they like your, than when they don't.

I believe that these principles will help your business prosper. God desires to bless people in business but we must do it his way.

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