Why Business Principles are Inseparable from Successful Ministry with Phil Routly

Pastors and leaders of all denominations need to recognise that ministry, in many ways, is similar to running a business. As a pastor, you provide valuable guidance in many areas. However, it may struggle if you do not approach ministry with a business mindset. Remember, the goal is to hear, "Well done, good and faithful servant." To achieve this, a shift in perspective might be necessary. Think of yourself as an entrepreneur for God.

This episode with Phil Routly explores why business principles are inseparable from successful ministry. He also discusses the importance of keeping God at the centre of everything you do as an entrepreneur and why your business plan should align with His purpose for your life. Phil is a husband, father, grandfather, pastor, teacher, leader, coach, founder, and Head Coach at Soul Impact, committed to being a discipleship, leadership, and legacy coach.

Let’s jump in!

Key Highlights from the Episode;

[00:01] Episode intro and a quick bio of the guest, Phil Routly

[01:26] Phil’s journey and his current status in faith and business

[05:36] Business skills that have had an impact on his ministry

[07:25] Why a lack of effective communication in business management is a ticket to failure

[09:04] The dangers of separating God from your business plan

[14:06] How your prayer requests should be specific to the current need of the business

[19:50] Ways to find scriptures and pray through them for your business

[26:12] Situations where he had to compromise a decision between business & his faith beliefs

[29:49] Words of encouragement from Phil to other Christian entrepreneurs

[31:40] Wrapping up the show with a word of prayer 

Notable Quotes

• As a pastor, you are offering leadership in so many areas. The ministry will fail if you don’t see it as a business.
• Business and ministry are inseparable. You cannot have a successful ministry without implementing some business principles.
• Alot of what you learn in business is directly applicable when it comes to leadership skills within the Church.

Let’s Connect

Phil Routly

Personal Website: https://philroutly.com/

Business Website: https://www.soulimpact.ca/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-routly/

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