In this podcast, Eric van Otten encourages listeners to act in faith on the opportunities God places in their hearts. Eric is a Dutch baker who runs a multi-generational bakery with 140 employees, producing natural, additive-free bread. He loves sharing Jesus' love with the people he meets through his business, and this love also inspires him to impact communities globally. He helped establish bakeries in needy areas in various countries and created the “BakeTainer”—a mobile bakery designed for challenging environments like refugee camps or war zones. By combining a sustainable business model with practical solutions such as solar panels and water purification, these units empower local entrepreneurship and foster community growth. You can find more on the page of the foundation, The Breadhouse. 

A thought-provoking exchange between business leader Bill Job and prophet Sander Wuister about the role of prophecy in business. Sander regularly prays for businesses and (business)leaders. Bill shares his experiences in this area and why he decided to have a prophet as a business consultant on the payroll. Listen to this revealing talk about the pitfalls and benefits. Bill and Sander also encourage us to develop this gift in our own lives, as a loving Father likes to give us insight and revelation. This episode is a rerun and was first released in August 2023.

Sander Wuister holds a PhD in chemistry, has held a leading position in a business setting, and developed his prophetic gifting in the meantime. He is now a full-time prophet, runs a School of Prophecy (in Dutch) and wrote a book 'Woorden van Leven'. See www.woordenvanleven.nl  

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Do Christians make good employees? "Some are excellent," shares Bill Job from experience, "But many business owners share with me that Christians can be lousy workers." Why is this? Bill and Gea discuss the meaning of grace and some worldviews that hinder us from experiencing our job as a spiritual experience and an assignment under the Lord's guidance. 

September 3rd, 2025: next start of cohort 'Kingdom Mindsets for Business' training 

Gea and Bill developed a 10-week training program, including six online sessions in a small cohort, to facilitate interaction. Cohorts start in February, May and September. Look at our site www.bammoves.com. Mail Gea when you're interested >> [email protected]

In this episode, the discussion explores the integration of worship and spiritual practices into business, emphasizing that aligning with God in business can lead to improved problem-solving and greater peace, even amid challenges.

Bill and Gea talk with Pauline Skeates, a therapist and researcher from New Zealand who developed Insight Focused neuroTherapy (IFnT). IFnT focuses on creating a safe environment, both internally and externally, to open individuals to new experiences and insights.

September 3rd, 2025: start of new cohort 'Kingdom Mindsets for Business' 

Gea and Bill developed a 10-week training program, including six online sessions in a small cohort, to facilitate interaction. Cohorts start in February, May and September. More info: www.bammoves.com.

This episode examines the importance of place in Business as Mission, as people may be led to specific locations by God for His purposes.

Gea and Bill share personal stories of discovering God's calling through their experiences in different places, and discuss practical ways to embrace and love a city or place, understanding its history, culture, and needs.

They emphasize the concept of "thin places" where God's presence seems near. Listeners are encouraged to seek these thin places in their areas that welcome God's presence and to explore deeper theological insights through resources like Gea's book, "God in the City: A Missional Way of Life in an Urban Context".

In this podcast, Bill and Gea talk with serial entrepreneur Emmie van Halder.  Emmie shares her life's journey of blending business and faith. Over the past ten years, faith and work have become inseparable for her, but this integration wasn't always the case.

In her youth, she joined Youth With A Mission (YWAM), but upon returning to her home country, the Netherlands, she didn't feel at home in a church. Meanwhile, her focus shifted to entrepreneurship, and she founded multiple startups. Her business life thrived, and she lost her connection to Christianity. A pivotal moment came when an investment banker, who was also a pastor, invited her to church, leading to a life-changing return to faith in 2013.

She found a church fellowship and connected with other Kingdom-minded businesspeople. She became a board member of Business as Mission (BAM) Netherlands, and she is investing in (BAM) start-ups, especially those with a focus on Africa. For Emmie, faith and work are now inseparable, and she encourages others to trust God’s guidance in all aspects of life.

Learn more about the training Bill and Gea developed, next cohort starts in September > www.bammoves.com 

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Kitty and Bill Job share their journey of starting a business in China, initially expecting to be traditional missionaries but instead becoming involved in a business venture. The couple discusses their various roles in the company, the impact of prayer, and how their business has become an excellent way to integrate with ministry.

They both highlight the importance of faith, flexibility, and prayer throughout their journey. Bill expresses deep gratitude for Kitty's support, acknowledging that without her, their success in China would not have been possible.

Training Kingdom Mindsets for Business

Gea and Bill developed a 10-week training, including 6 online sessions in a small cohort to allow for interaction. Cohorts start in February, May and September. Look at our site www.bammoves.com Mail us when you're interested > [email protected]

In this episode, Bill and Gea discuss thriving in the face of adversity. Bill shares how he saw God's faithfullness while running a company in China, but not all situations ended successfully. Like the closure of a factory due to an unexpected economic downturn and the emotional difficulty it caused among employees. 

Bill emphasizes that thriving amid adversity is about shifting focus from personal success to seeing God's role as the true hero. He encourages listeners to start small, ask God for help in everyday situations, and build a history of faith that strengthens over time. With enough experience, challenges become opportunities to witness God's faithfulness.

Training Kingdom Mindsets for Business

Gea and Bill developed a 10-week training, including 6 online sessions in a small cohort to allow for interaction. Cohorts start in February, May and September. Look at our site www.bammoves.com. Mail us when you're interested > [email protected]

In this episode Gea and Bill talk with Walter aan de Wiel, a Dutch entrepreneur who co-founded SEVI, a business providing stock financing to small shops in Kenya and other developing countries. These small shops, often no larger than a square meter, struggle with the lack of credit and must pay upfront for their stock. Sevi allows them to purchase on credit, benefiting from bulk discounts and deliveries, which improves their efficiency and profitability.

Walter blends technology with personal relationships, leveraging local salespeople to build trust with shop owners before introducing them to Sevi's platform. The business model has been successful in reducing default rates and offering ethical, low-interest loans, as opposed to informal and unjust lending systems.

Walter's entrepreneurial journey was influenced by a prophecy about working in Africa, leading him to study and work in countries like Kenya and Kosovo. Despite setbacks like COVID-19, Sevi grew rapidly after 2021. Walter emphasizes the importance of faith, perseverance, and an open mind to new opportunities, even in challenging times.

The promised link to the book 'Operating in the Courts of Heaven' by Robert Henderson.

In this episode, Michiel shares his journey of how his first love was reignited—his relationship with God and a renewed sense of purpose. Having once built a business rooted in faith but ultimately burning out, Michiel speaks candidly about the challenges of maintaining spiritual clarity amid the pressures of entrepreneurship.

A turning point came for him at the Business as Mission (BAM) Congress, where an encounter awakened his calling toward business in the Middle East, particularly Iraq.  

If you want to contact Michiel, please email [email protected], and we will connect you.

Training Kingdom Mindsets for Business

You are invited to join the May 2025 cohort and follow the ten-week online training 'Kingdom Mindsets for Business' hosted by Bill and Gea. The start will be May 14th, 2025. More about the content of the training, see BAM Moves >