As Election Day approaches, we can reflect on this verse and its guidance. Just as a campaign requires hope, patience, and faith, so does running a business. In both arenas, we’re often faced with moments of uncertainty, challenges we can’t control, and the need for perseverance.
"Be joyful in hope": In a campaign or business, there are times when the outcome feels uncertain. Yet, we are called to remain joyful in hope, trusting in the vision we’re working toward. In your business, this hope is the belief that every step you take, every decision you make, and every client you serve is moving you closer to your goals. Just as people unite in a campaign for a common cause, you bring together your team, clients, and supporters around the hope for a brighter future.
"Patient in affliction": Every business journey encounters setbacks and challenges, whether it’s economic fluctuations, client issues, or internal growing pains. Being patient in affliction means persevering through those tough times, knowing that growth takes time and endurance. Like running a campaign where each setback is met with resilience, in business, we must remain steady and patient, trusting that every challenge is a steppingstone toward a stronger foundation.
"Faithful in prayer": Whether it’s a campaign or a business, there are things beyond our control. Faithful prayer reminds us to surrender those things to God and to seek His wisdom in every decision. For business owners, staying grounded in faith and seeking guidance in uncertain times can bring clarity and peace. Faith becomes the anchor that sustains us, just as it does in our personal lives, grounding us in something greater than ourselves.
Just as a successful campaign is built on hope, patience, and faith, so is a successful, sustainable business. When we bring together our team, customers, and supporters with these values at the center, we create a business with purpose and resilience. In both a campaign and a business, it’s not just about the end goal—it’s about the journey, the values we uphold, and the people we impact along the way.
So, as you build and grow your business, let Romans 12:12 remind you to stay hopeful, to be patient during the challenges, and to remain faithful in seeking God’s guidance. Just as we come together in a campaign to work for change, in business, we unite with a shared vision to make a lasting impact.
Erington Boyd
The Black Diamond Accounting Group
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