In today’s rapidly changing world, the church faces new challenges in fulfilling the Great Commission. One solution to overcome this challenge is partnering with Kingdom entrepreneurs—visionaries who bring their entrepreneurial skills to further God’s mission beyond the traditional church walls. But what exactly are Kingdom entrepreneurs, and why should churches pay attention to them?
A Kingdom entrepreneur combines business or creative endeavors with a heart for God’s Kingdom. These individuals don’t just focus on profit; they focus on how their ventures can serve others, share the Gospel, and advance the Great Commission.
For example, a growing trend is the local coffee shop owned by a Christian entrepreneur. The shop becomes a place not just for transactions but for building community, sharing the love of Christ, and inviting people into a deeper relationship with God. Kingdom entrepreneurs like this exist all over—they need the right platform to combine their faith and work. Many churches today do not know what to do with members who have these missional entrepreneurial ideas.
Churches have a unique opportunity to embrace and support these innovative Kingdom thinkers. By doing so, they can extend the Gospel’s reach into places it may not otherwise have access to. Could your church be the next to support Kingdom entrepreneurs?