06:26:2007
 
Greetings!
 
Business as Mission or Business for Missions? That is a question many mission agencies are wrestling with as they discover their role in the business as mission movement.
 
In this issue we catch up with a friend has been processing through this idea for the past 20 years of his career. As a successful business consultant, owner and mission organization leader he has taken several lessons to heart.
 
We also take a look at a key book and event shaping the business as mission movement.
 
Justin Forman
Director
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7 Things Every Mission Agency Needs to Know about BAM
SevenMission agencies are trying to discover their role in the business as mission movement. I recently exchanged some emails with a friend who has been working through this idea himself. As he looked back on his 20+ years in the field, here's what he had to say.
 
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Business and Kingdom Business by Joseph Vijayam :: Olive Tech
JosephBusiness may be broadly defined as the production and distribution of goods and services that are felt to be needed for life in this world. "Kingdom business" as used in the title is a deliberate equivocation which refers to two ideas.
 
Revisiting a Great Book: On Kingdom Business
On Kingdom BusinessWhen I first started to explore the idea of business as mission, there was one book that stood above the rest in it's ability to offer living and breathing examples of business as mission. That book was On Kingdom Business: Transforming Missions Through Entrepreneurial Strategies.
Business Without Borders and Global Advance Working Together
Business Without BordersKevin Pate, the new Director of Marketplace Mission at Global Advance describes it as a great partnership for both ministries. "Because of Global Advance's long history of pastor/church leader conferences, we have extensive relationships all over the world. "
Business as Mission or Business for Missions?

Question MarkA small word can be typically found connecting the words "Business" and "Mission". While it may only be a few small letters it can make such a distinct difference in it's meaning.

Kingdom Catalyst Conference Details Announced
Kingdom Catalyst"Why are we assembling Christian leaders for one three-day event? Simple. So we can help you participate in God's global movement this year. God loves you and wants to use you to influence the seven spheres of society: Business, Religion, Media, Arts & Entertainment, Education, Government, and Family.  

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Running on Empty? Here's an Inspiring Video Clip.
I Was HereIf you're anything like me it's easy to get so caught up in the business and the tasks that you lose sight of the ministry that we're trying to accomplish. Eventually that can leave you a little emotionally drained and in need of some encouragement.
Job Opportunities :: July 07

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If you are a kingdom company looking to add to your team email me your job descriptions and we'll highlight them each month.
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