One of the ways I manage my thoughts, ideas, and notes is to use a paper planner system. This system has helped me, especially as a dyslexic, to efficiently organise everything in one location.

Regardless of how long it took me to perfect it, it will always be a work in progress. Nonetheless, it has unquestionably boosted my productivity, both in business and in ministry, online as well as offline.

If you're having trouble finding a planner system that works for you, here are a few tips that helped me.

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God's plan for your success will differ from that of the rest of the world, including your favourite minister or Christian influencer. If we want to do things God's way, we must have faith in where He leads us now and in the future.

Remember not all success is godly success!

Reflection: What are you pursuing, worldly success or God’s version of success?

“For what use is it to gain all the wealth and power of this world, with everything it could offer you, at the cost of your own life? And what could be more valuable to you than your own soul?”

‭‭Mark‬ ‭8‬:‭36‬-‭37‬ ‭TPT‬‬

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It takes time to cultivate a relationship with God.

It's also a lifelong process that won't be completed in a week.

But as Christians, when we seek an authentic relationship with God, our life, business, and ministry will become more manageable.

If you want to build a connection with God, I hope these three tips help you along the way.

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Knowing how you're called to build your ministry can be overpowered by how other Christian influencers or preachers are advising you to do it. For some, this is because those who have done it previously will not support it. This can be counter-productive, especially when God has called you to do ministry a different way. As a result, many of us are not doing ministry in His way.

If this is you, God wants you to follow His guidance, even if you're not getting the support you need from those you expected to help you.

Matthew 6:33 (GNT)

Instead, be concerned above everything else with the Kingdom of God and with what he requires of you, and he will provide you with all these other things.

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Why are we so preoccupied with what others think about our lives, businesses, and ministries? Shouldn't God be enough to get things done? If you've recently discovered yourself doing anything similar, I hope this message helps you put things into perspective.

2 Timothy 2:15 (ESV)

Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth.

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Once we accept the call to ministry, we will all experience a time of obscurity before God can utilise us. For some, this may materialise in a training, wilderness or pruning season. Regardless of the season, you're in. God wants to use that time to equip you for the place He has planned for you.

Scripture Reference: 1 Samuel 15-17

Questions to Ask God:

- What season is my life, business and ministry in?

- What area has God ordained me to function in?

- Who has God called me to serve/disciple over (a group of people you feel God is calling you to minister to in the marketplace or online)?

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So many ministers worldwide are trying to profit rather than serve the people God has called them to help. If this describes you, it's time to prioritise service over profit.

2 Corinthians 9:6-8

Philippians 4:19 (GNT)

Profiting First vs Serving Others:

Matthew 6:19-21,24 // Proverbs 13:11, 23:4-5 // Ecclesiastes 5:10 // 1 Timothy 6:9,10

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The Ministry CEO Podcast Is about equipping you to do the work of ministry in the marketplace. In each episode, I will impart godly wisdom, ministry insights, and practical strategies for building the business side of ministry.

Too many of us are attempting to imitate a false ministry model. by adopting the behaviours of other Christian women we observe online. if you intend to start a ministry that exalts Him. Instead of recycling those we discover online, we need to start establishing the ministry that God has planned for us.

Reflection: What or who is preventing you from establishing your ministry the way God intends? What internal thoughts are keeping you from completing that task?

Call To Action: Determine what is preventing you from expanding your online ministry. Are these barriers on the inside or outside? Once you've determined who or what they are, turn to God for the plan of attack.

Scripture Reference: Matthew 6:33 / Deuteronomy 5:21 / Proverbs 4:23, 21:16 / Ephesians 4:28 / Hebrew 13:5 / Acts 20:33-35 / 1 Corinthians 12:31

She is like a woman who chooses the right place to build a ministry and then lays a deep and secure foundation. When the storms and floods rage against that ministry, it continues to stand firm and unshaken through the storm, for she built it wisely on the proper foundation. But the one who has heard my teaching and does not obey it is like a woman who builds a ministry without laying any foundation at all. When the storms and floods rage against that ministry, it will immediately collapse and become a total loss. Which of these two builders will you be?”

Links: Ministry Resources

Success in life and ministry can only be attained through a relationship with God, not through your best friend, pastor or Christian influencer. We can only genuinely accomplish what God plans for us through Him. 

Develop His vision to establish a lasting presence in the marketplace. That serves others and exalts Him!

Scripture Reference: Matthew 6:33 / Proverbs 3:5-8 (BSB), 31:25 / Isaiah 41:10, 26:3-4 / Joshua 1:9 / Psalm 37:5, 118:8, 139:14 / Romans 8:28 / 1 John 5:14 / Jeremiah 17:7 / 2 Timothy 1:7 / Ephesians 3:12, 6:11-13

Our focus scripture: Luke 6:48-49 (emphasis added)

She is like a woman who chooses the right place to build a ministry and then lays a deep and secure foundation. When the storms and floods rage against that ministry, it continues to stand firm and unshaken through the storm, for she built it wisely on the proper foundation. But the one who has heard my teaching and does not obey it is like a woman who builds a ministry without laying any foundation at all. When the storms and floods rage against that ministry, it will immediately collapse and become a total loss. Which of these two builders will you be?”

Links: Ministry Resources