Dave Kahle Wisdom

On Ministry and Our Work

On Ministry and Our Work

by Dave Kahle See if this doesn’t sound familiar.If you want to be considered a “first class” Christian, you must be active and visible in programs organized by the church. And, of course, there is some special, exalted roll in God’s eyes for those...
The Priority of Work in God’s Economy

The Priority of Work in God’s Economy

by Dave Kahle “The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it.”  Genesis 3:15 NIV In this simple verse at the very beginning of man’s tenure on earth, God sets a precedent for all of mankind who will follow Adam. ...
Are You Limiting God in Your Business / Career?

Are You Limiting God in Your Business / Career?

by Dave Kahle This must be one of the saddest of all situations; You have a business or a career forwhich God has great plans, but those plans are never realized because youlimited God’s involvement in them.  You end your career with just a fraction of the impact...
Seven Lessons for Marketplace Christians from The Life of Daniel

Seven Lessons for Marketplace Christians from The Life of Daniel

by Dave Kahle          Ever feel like you are living in a culture that is antagonistic towards your Christian faith?  While it may feel like we are all along, God provided the story of Daniel as an encouragement and game plan for...
As a Christian in the Marketplace, You Have a Very Special Role to Play

As a Christian in the Marketplace, You Have a Very Special Role to Play

by Dave Kahle Some time ago, an acquaintance of mine resigned his job go into ‘full time ministry.”  He had been a very good salesperson who was respected by his customers and valued by his employer.            “What a shame,” I thought            Here was a person...
When Something Good Just Drops on You

When Something Good Just Drops on You

by Dave Kahle Last week, I received a call from a prospect I hadn’t thought about for years.  He had an issue, he said, and within a 45-minute conversation we had an agreement for a consulting engagement to help him with the issue.         Years ago, I would have...
Where Marketplace Christians Get Off Track

Where Marketplace Christians Get Off Track

by Dave Kahle            Most of the Christians I meet in the marketplace sincerely want to be a force for the Kingdom in their jobs.  Yet most of us are not nearly as fruitful as we could be.           There are lots of reasons for that. I see two that rise to the...
Building Prayer into Your Business

Building Prayer into Your Business

by Dave Kahle One of the characteristics that distinguish a Biblical business from its competitors is the degree to which the executives of Biblical businesses embed prayer into the fabric of the business.            This is an uncomfortable thought to many Christian...
Multiplying Your Influence by Using Good Words

Multiplying Your Influence by Using Good Words

by Dave Kahle “Sticks and Stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me.”  Do you remember that from your childhood?  It was a response from our parents when we were verbally attacked, criticized, or otherwise made to feel bad by what someone said to us.  It...
The Need to Lead: Is God Waiting for You to Lead?

The Need to Lead: Is God Waiting for You to Lead?

by Dave Kahle I recently came across this statement, which should shake the foundations of your life and your career:  Based on a study conducted by Arizona Christian University during 2020 – 2023, born again Christians deeply committed to practicing their faith fell...
Two Small Things You Can Do to Practice Your Faith in the Marketplace

Two Small Things You Can Do to Practice Your Faith in the Marketplace

by Dave Kahle            For many Christian professionals and businesspeople, the prospect of practicing our faith in the marketplace is overwhelming.  It’s easy to remain paralyzed in the face of so many things calling for our time and attention.  In the face of...
Should You Involve Your Family in the Business?

Should You Involve Your Family in the Business?

by Dave Kahle When I was doing the research for The Good Book on Business, I discovered how important businesses are in the Bible. Appearing throughout the Bible, God used them for a number of His purposes.  Things like providing economic security to the servants...
Are You Caught in the Work/Life Balance Conflict?

Are You Caught in the Work/Life Balance Conflict?

by Dave Kahle There are certain ideas bantered about so frequently and repeated with such sincerity that no one questions their accuracy.  One such idea is the issue of work/home balance.             The idea...
3 Essential Paths to Growing a Successful Christian Business

3 Essential Paths to Growing a Successful Christian Business

by Dave Kahle The world is full of advice for businesspeople.  If you are a Christian, the challenge is to sort it out – to discard the superficial and worldly while grabbing onto that which will make a difference.             I’ve been a Christian and a...
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