Isaiah 42:9
Being the owner of a small business is not easy. Just when you start to build a clientele, long comes crafty competitor who copy your style or improve on your methods. Next thing you know, revenues are falling and you find yourself looking over shoulder, trying to avoid being hit by another wave of wanna-be's.
A man on the west Coast found himself in this situation. His first venture was commercial fishing when larger companies took over the water, he began renting out small sailboats and kayaks to people who wanted to explore the bay. Soon others with stronger financial backing moved in on that business. Once again, he needed a new idea.
How about submarine tours? After doing some research, the entrepreneur realized the cost of buying and maintaining a sub was beyond his reach. But a semi-submersible underwater viewing boat was not! The boat looks like a sub, but it doesn't dive. Passengers can go below deck and view the fascinating world under sea."
When your income seems to be going out with the tide, you may need to be a little creative. Talk with other people, do some reseach, consider even the "crazy" ideas and glean what you can learn from them. You never know which wave might be the one that carries you safely and profitable to the shore.
God's creative work didn't end with His creation of the world. He continues His work today by giving each of us a dose of creativity. He invites us to be part of His plan and purpose of this earth by using this creative energy. Your ideas are God's gift to you for your provision, prosperity, and the fulfillment of your purpose in life.
Ask the Lord to inspire you anew today. Ask Him to give you His next idea for your life!
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