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EP 74: The Model That Multiplies: How Business + Discipleship Transforms Nations


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In this powerful episode, we unpack one of the most biblically sound, economically proven, and spiritually multiplying systems for global transformation: IBAM’s Three Fish Model.

Traditional charity often results in temporary relief — but not long-term change. Today, we reveal why most giving fails to produce lasting impact, and how a simple, biblical model is empowering entrepreneurs, strengthening churches, and multiplying disciples across Africa, Asia, and beyond.

Whether you’re a strategic giver, a faith-driven entrepreneur, or a church leader longing for a more sustainable missions model, this episode will shift how you see generosity, discipleship, and Kingdom impact forever.


🔥 What You’ll Learn in This Episode


1. The Problem With Traditional Giving

Why most donations create temporary relief, not transformation

The rise of “impact anxiety” among donors

Why strategic givers crave sustainability and transparency


2. Why Business-as-Mission Works

How business becomes a discipleship engine

Why work is worship, not a “secular” activity

How entrepreneurs naturally become community influencers


3. The Three Fish Model Explained

Give a Fish: Startup seed capital that restores dignity and opens doors.

Teach to Fish: Biblical business training that creates sustainability.

Equip to Disciple: The secret multiplier — entrepreneurs discipling through their businesses.


4. Real Stories of Transformation

Aziza — Five flower shop branches across Central Asia, employing missionaries and funding church growth


Suryan — Using his business to employ and disciple struggling students in Indonesia


Elijah & the Chicken Business — A business funding youth ministry, feeding families, and spreading the Gospel in Zambia


5. The Ripple Effect of One Entrepreneur

How one empowered believer impacts:

Their family

Their employees

Their church

Their village

And future generations


6. Why $10/Month Actually Multiplies

The myth of “small gifts don’t matter”

How IBAM tracks, measures, and reports impact

Why this model aligns perfectly with strategic, faith-driven givers


  • 00:00 Inspiring Intro
  • 01:06 Donor Dilemma
  • 02:16 Charity vs Multiplication
  • 04:13 Three Fish Model
  • 06:02 Business Discipleship
  • 09:52 Trust and Impact
  • 11:11 Join the Movement
  • 12:33 Closing Action


“This isn’t charity. This is sustainable, Gospel-centered multiplication.”


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