Bible Verse
“By this everyone will know that you are my disciples if you love one another.” – John 13:35
What is Kingdom
For years before stepping into the Kingdom marketplace, God planted the phrase “praying missional community” in my heart. I devoted myself to building prayer-centered communities where connection and doing life together in the Spirit thrived. At the time, I had no idea God was preparing me to infuse these same principles into the marketplace.
However, one thing became clear: I needed to redefine what it truly means to live and operate as Kingdom-minded individuals. Does being Kingdom mean simply being a Christian in the workplace? Yes, but only if being Christian transforms how we approach every aspect of life—our work, family, relationships, and goals.
Being Kingdom isn’t just about intensifying our faith; it’s about living as Jesus did.
Jesus exemplified this when He called His disciples—teenagers with flaws, broken relationships, and incomplete understanding of God. Despite their shortcomings, He entrusted His mission to them. Why? Because Kingdom culture places value on relationships over perfection.
A profound example of Kingdom priorities is found in the story of Jairus and the woman with the issue of blood. While Jairus sought Jesus to heal his dying daughter, their moment was interrupted by an outcast woman who reached out in faith to touch Jesus’ garment. She was instantly healed, and although Jairus’ moment was seemingly “hijacked,” Jesus assured him that there was enough time, power, and love to meet both needs.
This story illustrates that in the Kingdom, relationships come first. Kingdom culture requires us to set aside our need to produce or rush for results to embrace God’s perspective. As stewards of His resources, our focus must always center on serving and loving others. God is the source of all provision, and relationships are the vessel through which His Kingdom is extended.
In the marketplace, this principle redefines success. There are no winners and losers in the Kingdom. God’s way ensures that all parties are blessed, and if our business practices prioritize profit over people, they are not truly Kingdom. Serving others and fostering relationships must take precedence, trusting that financial provision will follow when we align with God’s heart.
How to Build a Kingdom Culture in Business
Value People Above Profit
- Put human relationships at the forefront. Treat employees, clients, and partners as valuable contributors to God’s mission.
Eliminate the Sacred-Secular Divide
- Recognize that God cares about all aspects of life. Work, family, and faith are interconnected, like strands of a single thread.
Adopt a Servant Leadership Mindset
- Follow Jesus’ example by serving others sacrificially. “The laborer is worth his wages,” and God honors those who give selflessly.
Cultivate Community and Connection
- Create an atmosphere where prayer and relational connection thrive, ensuring that everyone feels valued and supported.
Trust God for Provision
- Understand that God is the ultimate provider. As stewards, our role is to align with His plans and trust Him for the resources to fulfill them.
Declaration Prayer
I wrote this prayer to pray over my team and company. I encourage you to write one similar. Or, you can just use this one.
Pray this over your team.
I decree that Kingdom culture is being established in my workplace, where relationships are valued above profit and God’s love is the foundation of all decisions. I declare that my team walks in unity, guided by divine wisdom and creativity, producing lasting fruit for the Kingdom. I release the spirit of service, generosity, and humility over our business, believing that as we align with Heaven, God will provide abundantly for every need. I decree that our work is a testimony of God’s goodness, bringing glory to His name in all industries and communities we touch.
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