Business with a Biblical Base
I used to think all food was good.
But my brother Rex and my friend Isabella and Chipotle told me it wasn’t.
I’ve started to eat a lot healthier. I avoid eating anything that comes in a prepackage d box or container.
I have more energy. It costs more. Its hard to do all the time. But I think its the direction we need to go.
Dr. Mark Hyman says “Food is medicine.” I’m now seeing the truth in food.
This is a great marketing campaign by Chipotle and excellently executed.
One of my goals in life is to get into heaven.
The Bible clearly lays out how to get into heaven.
The foundation is having a close relationship with God.
Before, I get ahead of myself.
What does the Bible say?
25 Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? 26 Look at the birds of the air; they do not sow or reap or store away in barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? 27 Can any one of you by worrying add a single hour to your life?
28 “And why do you worry about clothes? See how the flowers of the field grow. They do not labor or spin. 29 Yet I tell you that not even Solomon in all his splendor was dressed like one of these. 30 If that is how God clothes the grass of the field, which is here today and tomorrow is thrown into the fire, will he not much more clothe you—you of little faith? 31 So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ 32 For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them.33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. 34 Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.
– Matthew 6: 25-34 (Emphasis mine)
I can go off many tangents here.
I want to answer the question is “How do you know when you are seeking first his kingdom and his righteousness?”
What does it mean to seek first?
Seeking is an attempt to find something, a desire to obtain or achieve something.
First meaning it should be your highest priority.
What is his kingdom?
Everything dealing with God. The church, Jesus, God’s will, the Holy Spirit, and the Word.
What is his righteousness?
Godly conduct. Is your actions in line with God’s will?
How do I apply this practically?
Honestly, I need to work on all of these areas. I want to be better. I want a closer relationship with God.
I would like to say at one point in my life that I have never missed a quiet time in a year.
It’s overwhelming so I’m going to have to do another simple promise to myself and keep myself accountable for another 30 days of quiet time sharing through my blog. Please follow along and provide insight, comments, and encouragement.
I’m too fragile right now to take any criticism so if you can make it a constructive one – filled with love go for it.
Ideally, I would love to do it in the mornings and I can on weekends, but I have a challenging time on the week days.
It’s recommended to have you quiet times in the morning “being first”, perhaps one day.
Please correct me if I’m wrong and please share on how you seek first his kingdom.
Thank you for reading and God bless.
Love and peace,
Hoo Kang
Further reading:
I hope I don’t forget what I learned in 2010, but I’m afraid some of these lessons I will.
Interactive Part: What are some lessons you learned in 2010? Extra Credit: What is one lesson you want to learn in 2011?
There’s a lot of great insights in this video:
This lively RSA Animate, adapted from Dan Pink’s talk at the RSA, illustrates the hidden truths behind what really motivates us at home and in the workplace.
I was lucky to be chosen to receive an advanced copy of Tony Hsieh’s book, Delivering Happiness: A Path to Profits, Passion, and Purpose. I heard about the book from Tim Ferriss and Kevin Rose on their Random Show.
Simply put this is a mini autobiography of Tony Hsieh’s adventure with business, more specifically, Zappos. Tony goes through a lot of ups and downs and provides honest insights and gold nuggets throughout the book. It was nice to read about another immigrant Asian entrepreneur, because there were a lot of similarities on how we were raised in America.
The biggest thing I got out of the book is how important people are and how to treat them. I appreciate the out-of-the-box thinking that he provided and how to create a culture. Any company can be cloned in a matter of months and the ultimate competitive advantage is the people, both customers and employees.
Another major point that I appreciated was in the last couple of chapters where he discusses the “science” behind happiness. I think that’s all that life is all about.
After reading the book I ordered a copy of the well-known culture book and look forward to reading that as well. I only hope that I will be able to create companies that have such passionate and loyal people.
I highly recommend the book. It was a very quick read and was difficult to put down after I started reading. You can buy the book on Delivering Happiness: A Path to Profits, Passion, and Purpose
We need more amazing companies that truly make a positive difference in peoples lives and bring the overall happiness level up around the world. When I get the chance I plan on attending one of the free tours at Zappos’ Head Quarters in Las Vegas.
Disclaimer: Per FTC guidelines. I received an advanced review copy of the book and promise to provide an honest review.
This is what I am going to do with my children.
Successful business leader passionate about raising kids to be entrepreneurs. For over 20 years, Cameron Herold has been coaching, speaking to, or helping entrepreneurs build companies on five continents. He launched BackPocket COO to coach & mentor young, fun, entrepreneurial, growth companies and help make their dreams happen. He is one of the countrys most innovative business leaders and was a leading force behind one of the most successful businesses of the decade, 1-800-GOT-JUNK?. For more information about this TEDxTalk or TEDxEdmonton, visit http://www.tedxedmonton.com.
