Biblical Answer

Rebuilding After a Disaster: A Call to Action and Faith

When facing a business disaster, it's essential to get proactive about a new strategy to handle failure. This requires a deliberate and intentional approach, rather than simply reacting to the situation. As you navigate the aftermath of the disaster, pray and ask God to help you react by faith to any future failures. However, prayer is not enough; you must also apply your new strategy to the next failure.

Rebuilding after a disaster requires determination and a willingness to face the challenges head-on. Just as Zacchaeus, the dishonest tax collector, more than repaid the money he had stolen and promised to give away half his capital, you must be willing to take responsibility for your actions and make amends. This may involve repairing damage, cutting losses, and starting anew. In the case of Hobby Lobby, they were able to rebuild and even donate a significant portion of the Ericsson property to their ministries. This requires a deep sense of commitment and resolve, but it's essential for rebuilding and moving forward.

As you embark on the rebuilding process, remember that it's often more difficult than starting from scratch. It requires a willingness to confront the challenges and obstacles that come with rebuilding, rather than simply starting anew. This is similar to the journey of the Israelites as they rebuilt the temple and carried the treasures and freewill offerings with them. Rebuilding requires determination, faith, and a commitment to seeing it through, even when the road ahead seems uncertain. By taking a proactive and intentional approach, you can rebuild your business and emerge stronger and more resilient than ever before.