In theWelcome to the Father’s Business, where we explore the heart of God our Father as we build businesses for His glory. When we look at the businesses we build as belonging to God, we are not just owners but stewards, and therefore seek to be faithful to the One who ultimately owns everything we have.
“About My Father’s Business” is drawn from Luke 2:49, where Jesus said, “How is it that you had to look for me? Did you not know that I would be about my Father’s business?”
To begin, let’s look at the concept of God as our Father. In Hebrews 1:1-2, it says:
“God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in times past to the fathers by the prophets, has in these last days spoken to us by His Son, whom He has appointed heir of all things, through whom also He made the worlds.”
The first thing we see is how this scripture begins: “God,”—with a comma—implying that this is all about Him.
- In Genesis 1:1, it says, “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.”
- John 1:1-4 also says, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. In Him was life, and that life was the light of men.”
- It goes on to say beautiful things, such as the fact that we have received from this Word (who is God) “grace upon grace.”
What is the implication for us as business leaders, entrepreneurs, and those called to represent God in the marketplace?
We must make God our beginning. When we start a new business, venture, product, market expansion, or hire—God must be at the center of all our decisions.
The scripture says, “God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in times past to the fathers by the prophets.”
This implies that God speaks to us differently in different seasons or dispensations. The way His Kingdom was expressed in the first century (through the pre-ascension apostles) may differ from how it is expressed today—yet it is the same Kingdom.
The writer of Hebrews later speaks of the cross-generational nature of God’s purposes, calling them “eternal.” This same Kingdom was expressed by our fathers in the faith—Abraham, Job, Noah, Jacob, and Isaac. These were men of great wealth (even by today’s standards), yet their focus was on God’s eternal purposes.
- Abraham lived in tents despite his wealth because he was “looking for a city whose architect and builder is God” (Hebrews 11:10).
- That city is the Church of Jesus Christ, and Abraham’s faith becomes a model for us.
We are part of a Kingdom that precedes us and will continue beyond us. As businesspeople, we must locate our businesses inside God’s purposes, recognizing that we represent His Kingdom today. It is a privilege and honor to be called “sons of the Most High God.”
God speaks in different ways (Job 33:14), and we must be people who discern His voice (Isaiah 43:19). Jesus said, “My sheep hear My voice” (John 10:27), so as His sheep, we must know His voice and not follow another.
In these last days, God speaks to us by His Son (Hebrews 1:2). How does the Son speak to us?
- Through His Word – Studying Jesus’ life, priorities, and relationship with the Father.
- Through the Spirit – The “Spirit of Christ” is the “Spirit of prophecy” (Revelation 19:10), guiding us in daily decisions (hiring, partnerships, expansions).
James 5:1-4 specifically addresses entrepreneurs in the last days, urging fairness in wages and timely payments. The Bible is not just ancient stories but a living manual for life and business.
Conclusion: Of all the ways God reveals Himself—as King, Healer, Provider—Fatherhood is the most preeminent. When we see Him as Father, life becomes less about us and more about His Kingdom. Our provision, healing, and success are for His glory and Kingdom advancement.
