Tips on being both a Christian businesswoman and a teenager

       "Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." (1 Thessalonians 5:16-17)  

It's important to remember that you can't do it alone, but with God, everything is possible. I am on the same journey you are, and asking all the same questions. God is leading me down every path in unexpected ways. I hope I can be a channel through which God speaks to you. 

     The first lesson I learned is how to utilize others' knowledge and expertise.

      People are put in your life for a reason. God knows what you need better than you know yourself. I can't count the number of times I've needed help with something, and just the right person or thing to help me came into my life at just the right time. It's okay if God doesn't give you the answer you're seeking, as long as you keep asking and searching. When he finally gives you the answer, well, I can't even describe how it feels. It's not easy to ask for help, whether it's from God or others, but asking for help won't weaken or diminish you in any way. 

     "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness." (2 Corinthians 12:7-10) 

     Knowing what you are unable or unwilling to do is the second lesson.

      Setting clear boundaries with your business is as important as setting them in life. If asked to do too much for too little in too little time, simply say no. This will be better for your business than taking on too much and not meeting the promised standards and losing money and time. 

     Confidence in your abilities is the third lesson.

      If someone sings your praises in front of you, accept their praise and compliments. Responding in self-doubt will lose the respect of others and the high esteem in which they hold your business. If someone asks if you know anyone who can do what your business does, don't hesitate to volunteer.

     Accepting criticism is probably the most important and hardest lesson for me.        

     Now I don't mean bullying or naysayers; I mean real criticism that comes from someone wiser than you. Most of the time, you will know whether what they are saying is true or not. That is what makes it so hard to listen when you know they are right. My prayer is that when it comes to accepting criticism, it comes from a humble source and that you and I learn to accept it with grace.

     The fifth and final lesson I have for you today is to be diligent.

      Don't give up, there will be bad days (I pray for you that they are not as bad as Paul's). Being a Christian means that the devil will try to attack you in every possible way, including your business. Ask for success with confidence in the power of Christ and his love for you. 

I am going to share with you a prayer that I pray over my work.

     My salvation and hope are in you, Lord. You are the God who sees me. Forgive me for any sin I have committed in your presence, even those which I do not know about. You have always been my source of strength and my salvation. You have always kept your promises. I hope that you will use my work to bless others in ways that I cannot even imagine. Help me overcome my despair in a way that no one can doubt that you are there for me. Let me be a light to all who see me. Grant me knowledge that I lack. I offer my life, and business, in service to you. I entrust my finances to your great power. Amen.

 

My favorite way of praying for my business I learned from the marketing prophet I will leave a link here so you too can learn to pray for your business.

https://themarketingprophet.com/pray-business-strategy/