Pay attention to your business...

Be sure you know the condition of your flocks, give careful attention to your herd;  for riches do not endure forever, and a crown is not secure for all generations. When the hay is removed and new growth appears and the grass from the hills is gathered in, the lambs will provide you with clothing, and the goats with the price of a field.   Prov. 27:23-26. 

As an entrepreneur, I am constantly measuring the business climate, sales, suppliers, upcoming events, merchandise on-hand, available help and ways to expand.  

As a representative of Christ, I also need to watch that the people around me (my sphere of influence) are doing well.  Is Donna getting the job contacts she's looking for?  Can I help with that?  Has Kay found a place to live?  Does she have enough food?  Is Lori needing company today?  She spends a lot of time taking care of other people; does she need encouragement?  Is the food bank reaching people as effectively as possible?  Are we sending the right message?  Are we REALLY helping, or just giving a meal?  All these people, and many more need constant care, constant prayer, and the good works God has arranged for me to do from before my birth!  What a great honor to do HIS work for the sheep (people) in MY pasture (sphere of influence).  All of us have influence.,.. a teen that looks up to you, expecting a word of encouragement... a young mom who wants you to notice her kids - when they are on their best behavior - or even when they're not (they ARE kids, after all; a treasure ALWAYS).  


Do we take the time to water the gardens around us?  Do we take the time to take care of our business?  Do we take the time to take care of HIS business?  The Business of people?