Five Proverbs for Christian Entrepreneurs

It’s believed that much of Proverbs was composed by King Solomon—an Israelite king blessed by God with “a wise and understanding heart.” [1 Kings 3:12]

When The Lord visited Solomon one night in a dream and asked him what he wanted, the King did not request riches, vengeance or long life, nor did he seek honour.

Humbling himself, Solomon replied, “I am a little child; I do not know how to go out or come in. And Your servant is in the midst of Your people whom You have chosen, a great people, too numerous to be numbered or counted. Therefore give to Your servant an understanding heart to judge Your people, that I may discern between good and evil.” [1 Kings 3:7-9]

Pleased by Solomon’s response, The Lord granted both riches and honour—two things he did not ask for, along with long life and of course, his ask—wisdom. [1 Kings 3:113-14]

Compiled of wisdom, advice, instruction and a multitude of wise sayings, although there remains some debate regarding how much of Proverbs was actually written by the Great King Solomon, without a doubt, the Book of Proverbs is filled with divine-inspired wisdom.

As Christian business owners and entrepreneurs, it’s important that we seek The Lord’s wisdom in all our endeavours. Whether starting a new business, launching a new service or partnering with a new client, in all that we do, it’s imperative that we seek Him first. [Matthew 6:33]

Here are five Proverbs to pray over and meditate on as you navigate your journey of entrepreneurship.

Five Proverbs for Your Entrepreneurial Journey

Wisdom is the principal thing;
Therefore get wisdom.
And in all your getting, get understanding.
—Proverbs‬ ‭4‬:‭7‬ ‭NKJV

Wealth gained by dishonesty will be diminished,
But he who gathers by labor will increase.
—‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭13‬:‭11‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

In all labor there is profit,
But idle chatter leads only to poverty.
—Proverbs 14:23 NKJV

How much better to get wisdom than gold!
And to get understanding is to be chosen rather than silver.
‭‭—Proverbs‬ ‭16‬:‭16‬ ‭NKJV

Through wisdom a house is built,
And by understanding it is established;
By knowledge the rooms are filled
With all precious and pleasant riches.
‭‭—Proverbs‬ ‭24‬:‭3‬-‭4‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

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