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  • 10 Key Bible Verses for the Small Business Owner

    10 Key Bible Verses for the Small Business Owner

    Leading a business can be challenging, but it’s important to remember that this is all within His plan. Here are some verses to help you get through the workweek as a small business owner. 

    1. Happy is the man who finds wisdom, And the man who gains understanding; – Proverbs 3:13 
    2. Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in needs, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ’s sake. For when I am weak, then I am strong. – 2 Corinthians 12 
    3. For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind. – 2 Timothy 1:7 
    4. For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also. – James 2:26 
    5. Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; – Philippians 4:6 
    6. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go. – Joshua 1:9 
    7. Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; But happy is he who keeps the law. – Proverbs 29:18 
    8. And you shall remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you power to get wealth, that He may [a]establish His covenant which He swore to your fathers, as it is this day. – Deuteronomy 8:18 
    9. Delight yourself also in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart. – Psalm 37:4 
    10. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God. – Romans 12:2 

    When you’re struggling to get through the day, turn to your fellow Christian businessmen. Become a CBMC member today to connect with like-minded individuals and learn to integrate work and faith.

  • Massive Wealth Transfer in Next 30 Years: Are Millennials ready?

    Massive Wealth Transfer in Next 30 Years: Are Millennials ready?

    Did you know that the largest transfer of wealth in history will happen in the next 30 years?  Over the next 10 years alone, US$4.1 trillion is anticipated to change hands, according to the Wealth-X and NFP Family Wealth Transfers Report, released in January 2015.  The United States will see the greatest amount of wealth transfers, with US$6 trillion set to change hands in the next 30 years — amounting to nearly 40 percent of the global total.

    This begs the question:  Have we prepared the next generation and have we passed on our values to those who will be managing the corporations and the government amidst so much wealth?  Are we raising up leaders who will take a stand for Christ in the marketplace and in their homes?  

    Bryan Schick, President of NFP International, added: “With US$16 trillion passing to the next generation over the next 30 years, the enduring legacies of many families will soon be defined.”

    The next 10 years are critical for the future of our nation.  Now is the time to reach the next generation with the good news of Jesus Christ.  A generation is depending on us to point them to hope and salvation.  Statistics show that fathers who come to Christ will almost always lead their families to Christ. Business leaders who come to Christ will almost always run their businesses to the glory of God.  

    CBMC exists to help the next generation do just that.

    Today is Giving Tuesday, a global movement of generosity that encourages us to give our time, our resources, and our money.  

    Prayerfully consider helping us reach 10,000 Young Professionals with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.  

    Will you help us reach our goal of $10,000 to reach 10,000 YP’s?  It only takes 100 people willing to commit $100.  AND your gift today is DOUBLED! 

    Give now at CBMC.com/give.

    Learn more about how CBMC Young Professionals can help Millennials activate a purpose-driven life with one-on-one mentoring and peer groups.

  • 5 Books You Simply Must Read Right Now

    5 Books You Simply Must Read Right Now

    We’ve all found ourselves with more free time on our hands than ever before, and a great way to pass the time is by reading and expanding your own knowledge. With traditional book clubs out of commission during quarantine, Christian Business Men’s Connections has collected a list of the best books to read while quarantine continues.

    1. No-Fail Communication: 13 Workplace Communication Problems and How to Fix Them by Michael Hyatt

    Communication in the workplace can easily falter, which creates a domino effect of frustration and confusion for future projects and tasks. Make discussions and understanding clear and precise with this book from Michael Hyatt. We’ve found this book particularly helpful during our remote work as we adjust to communicating without face-to-face contact.

    2. Spiritual Leadership by J. Oswald Sanders

    J. Oswald Sanders outlines the classic and timeless principles of leadership through His teachings with examples from men of God, such as Moses, Nehemiah, Paul, David Livingstone, and Charles Spurgeon. Sanders posts that natural leadership abilities are God-given, and those with promising skills will only reach their full potential with His teachings.

    3. The Tipping Point by Malcolm Gladwell

    Gladwell’s debut book explains the science behind the magic moment when an idea, trend, or social behavior reaches the threshold to exploding into a phenomena and spreading across the world. Rethink the way you view viral trends, business, marketing, and human behavior.

    4. The 21 Most Powerful Minutes in a Leader’s Day by John Maxwell

    Not every man is born a leader, but every man can become a leader by learning and sharpening a collection of skills. Maxwell’s book provides a daily plan to help you nurture those skills to better your life spiritually, personally and professionally.

    5. Tribes: We Need You to Lead Us by Seth Godin

    It’s human nature to seek out groups of those who share our beliefs, be they religious, ethnic, economic, political, or even musical. These tribes we long to be a part of don’t come with leadership naturally, so it’s up to the people with a passion to make a difference and lead. Godin’s book demystifies the process of rallying employees, customers, investors, and more around an idea.

    Align with other Christian business men looking to improve their integration of work and faith. Become a member of CMBC today.