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Your Question:
What's the point of running a business when it's all going to fail?
Answer:
As a pastor, I've seen many people struggle with the idea of running a business, only to face failure. But I believe that it's in those moments of failure that we can discover our true purpose. As the Bible says, "If a man does not work, he shall not eat" (2 Thessalonians 3:10). This doesn't mean that we're destined to fail, but rather that we should be diligent and take initiative in our endeavors. David A. R. White notes that "everyone is going to fail from time to time, but you are only considered a 'failure' when you allow failure to defeat you." When we fail, it's essential to remember that it doesn't define us as individuals. As the Bible says, "If we have been faithful in a little thing, we can be faithful in much" (Luke 16:10). Our worth and identity come from our relationship with God, not from our successes or failures. I recall a story from the Bible where the Apostle Paul was grateful for the ministry of Mark, even though he had failed him in the past. This shows us that even in failure, there can be opportunity for growth and redemption. In my own life, I've seen that failure can be a stepping stone to success. When we're proactive about learning from our mistakes and seeking guidance from God, we can turn our failures into opportunities for growth. As the Bible says, "The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O God, endures forever" (Psalm 138:8). By trusting in God's plan and purpose for our lives, we can rise above our failures and achieve success in our endeavors.
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