Christian Home Business Connection

We’re going to wind up our study on Proverbs and specifically, the Proverbs 31 woman.  Today, I’d like to look at a very important aspect of why we run a business and make money.

“She extends her hand to the poor, yes she reaches out her hands to the needy.”

This verse, along with many others in Proverbs, encourage us to give to those in need.   When running our businesses and earning income, giving should be a priority.

There are so many places to give – our local church, individuals in our church who are in need, people in other lands who are in need of the gospel, as well as the basics to sustain their lives.

As I was walking this morning, I was thinking about this topic.  There have been several times when I couldn’t understand why God let us “lose” money.  It may have been a situation that could have been avoided, and I felt our money was spent unnecessarily.  I have even asked God, “why?”

But as I was thinking about this, I came to the conclusion that God isn’t all that concerned about the money itself.   Money can be a great tool to test our hearts and teach us lessons that we need to learn.  The actual money itself?  Not a big deal to God.

As you look over your earnings at the end of the month, I hope you will set aside an amount to give and to bless others with.  God will be well pleased!

Are there any topics you would like to discuss that relate to Christianity and your business?  I would love to have you leave a comment and let me know.

Today’s freebie is a website that offers many free educational resources.  The owner of the site started it as a place for homeschoolers to find free helps and resources, but later opened it up to all educators.

This site could really be a help to you if you are looking for educational resources and are on a tight budget.   There’s also some great things you can use with your children over the summer to keep their brains active!

Take a look at the link below and enjoy!

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If you have been looking for a copywriting course to help you improve your writing, I have a great deal to tell you about.

Melissa Ingold is offering a copywriting course that comes with a PLR license, meaning you can resell the information.  So, not only do you get to learn about copywriting and improve your own marketing efforts, but you can earn your money back and then some by selling the report.

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• Copywriting Success Guide
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• 21 Common Copy Mistakes Report
• 66-page detailed and illustrated software guide
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• Graphics to represent the course
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You will have everything you need to get started selling the report.  This report was originally written by Alice Seba – that is when I read it.    I love Alice’s sales letters because they are interesting and not pushy.  So, I thought she would be the perfect one to learn from.

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Did you have a nice 4th of July?  My husband and I spent it at a nearby lake (Canandaigua Lake.)  It’s a beautiful area.   We had lunch at a nice restaurant that is right on the water and then took a walk along the lake.   We took pictures which I intended to share with you, but I took them on my cell phone, and my daughter tells me I can’t upload them to the computer without having text messaging?  I don’t know about these things, so the next time, I”ll bring our camera:-)

Well, today, I wanted to talk more about the Proverbs 31 woman.  Let’s look at v.18 “She perceives that her merchandise is good…”   The Proverbs 31 woman had confidence in what she did.   Do you have confidence in what you offer?

I think it is so important to have confidence that what we offer is good.  If we aren’t convinced of that, no one else will be either.  That is why it is SO important to choose a business that utilizes our strengths and skills.   And one that we believe in – that what we offer will benefit others.

I also think that it is important to market your business in ways that you are comfortable with and that allow you to display confidence.  If we try to take part in marketing activities that make us uncomfortable or incredibly nervous, we will not show confidence in what we have to offer.   People buy from those who are confident in what they do.

Would you like to learn some marketing strategies that work with your personality and strengths and not against it?  See Home Business Marketing for details.

I may have mentioned this before, but you can get free downloadable eBooks at Free-eBooks.net

There are all kinds of categories – business, fiction, history, mystery, etc.  You will need to register to take advantage of this.  I have not used this service myself, so check it out, and if you feel it would be a benefit, go ahead and enjoy!

With the free version, you can download 5 pdf’s per month.  There is, of course, a paid version where you have unlimited access.

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Have a Happy 4th of July!

I am so sad  that I had to write and tell you that Denise Willms, a wonderful Christian lady, has passed away.  I don’t know any details, but it seemed to be quite sudden.   She was only 37.

I have known Denise (virtually) for 2-3 years.  I did some volunteer work for her for a short time.  Denise was so kind and so willing to share and help.  She was the owner of Wahm-articles, an article directory that I submitted my articles to.

I interviewed Denise back in 2008 for my section of interviews I did with other home based business owners.  You can read the interview here.

Denise was also a Virtual Assistant.   She will be great missed.  You can read a little about Denise at http://denisewillms.virtual-memorials.com

It reminds us of how life can change so quickly.  Denise leaves behind her husband and two children and a whole bunch of internet friends, who all need our prayers now.

Let’s continue talking about the Proverbs 31 woman. As I was looking at it, verse 17 stood out.     “She girds herself with strength, and strengthens her arms.”   And verse 18 “…And her lamp does not go out by night.”

We see from these two verses that the Proverbs 31 woman was a hard worker.  She was not afraid of work and she didn’t shy away from it.  She embraced work as a part of her life, and I don’t get the impression she complained about it:-)

When we work and run a business, we have to expect to work hard.   And that is certainly not a bad thing.   That is one of the reasons I shudder at all the ads I see that portray that you can make a lot of money with hardly any work.  Who wants that?   Seriously, I love to work!   Of course, I love what I do and that is why I think it is so important to choose a business that fits who you are – your interests, passions, skills and abilities.   It makes me think of the quote that goes something like this  – Find a job you love and you’ll never work a day in your life. - Confucius

So, we can be like the Proverbs 31 woman and embrace our work .  Work hard, but , at the same time, keep your priorities straight.  Your relationship with God needs to be first, then your family, then your work.   Do you agree?

Today’s freebie is from a good friend of mine, Anne Goodrich.   Anne is a talented graphic designer who created my website header.   She does amazing work!   And she is a very nice Christian lady:-)    

Anne is offering free download printables at her website, “Extra Sprinkes Please.”   From an “angel award” to “to do lists” to “lunch box notes”, she is offering a nice variety of download printables.  They are BEAUTIFUL, and they’re free!

Stop by and grab yours.  And be sure to leave Anne a comment and thank her:-)

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