In this series, we're diving into the deep wisdom Scripture gives us for building and running a business. Some would say -- and many have -- that the Bible has very little instruction on what it means to run your business.

In this conversation, David Mills and Amy Alexander explore the concept of the Circle of Relationships as outlined in the New Testament, particularly focusing on the dynamics between employers and powerless workers. They discuss the historical context of slavery, the paradox of being both free and a slave to Christ, and the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect. The conversation emphasizes the role of the church in transforming hearts and the responsibilities of business leaders to create a culture of honor and ethical practices. Ultimately, they advocate for a kingdom perspective that values every worker and seeks to uplift those in powerless positions.

Show Notes

• References to the Household Codes:
  • 1 Peter 2:13–3:7
  • Ephesians 5:22–6:9
  • 1 Timothy 2:1ff., 8ff.; 3:1ff., 8ff.; 5:17ff.; 6:1f.
• Reserve your copy of The Hidden Business Codes of the New Testament
• Ceri and Simon Harris - Ceri@wholehearted.solutions
• Learn about our 2025 Calling Cohort, an 8-week online group.

Takeaways

• The Circle of Relationships is crucial for understanding business ethics.
• Paul and Peter's letters addressed all members of the household, including slaves.
• Living as free people while being slaves to Christ is a paradox worth exploring.
• The church's role is to transform hearts, not just social structures.
• Dignity in work is essential for both employers and employees.
• Practical applications for business leaders include treating powerless workers with respect.
• Spiritual responsibility extends to all workers, regardless of their status.
• Creating a culture of honor can transform workplace dynamics.
• Navigating the challenges of business ethics requires intentionality and care.
• The kingdom perspective emphasizes the value of every individual in the workplace.

Keywords

entrepreneurship, church, business ethics, relationships, powerless workers, dignity, spiritual responsibility, kingdom values, transformation, cultural context

In this series, we're diving into the deep wisdom Scripture gives us for building and running a business. Some would say -- and many have -- that the Bible has very little instruction on what it means to run your business.

In this episode, David Mills and Amy Alexander discuss the importance of relationships with neighbors and authorities, the significance of conduct in business, and how to live attractively well in a countercultural environment. The conversation also touches on the role of authority, civil disobedience, and the need to balance faith with politics in the business world. Ultimately, they emphasize the importance of embodying the values of the Kingdom of God in business practices.

Show Notes

• References to the Household Codes:
  • 1 Peter 2:13–3:7
  • Ephesians 5:22–6:9
  • 1 Timothy 2:1ff., 8ff.; 3:1ff., 8ff.; 5:17ff.; 6:1f.
• Reserve your copy of The Hidden Business Codes of the New Testament
• Ceri and Simon Harris - Ceri@wholehearted.solutions
• Learn about our 2025 Calling Cohort, an 8-week online group.
• Garden City by John Mark Comer

Takeaways

• The hidden business codes of the New Testament are intertwined with household codes.
• Conduct in business can reflect God's reality to others.
• Living attractively good is essential for Christian business owners.
• We must navigate counterculture while maintaining integrity in business.
• Honoring authorities is a normal operation for Christians.
• Beauty in business can inspire and uplift communities.
• Civil disobedience may be necessary when authorities overstep their bounds.
• Faith and politics should be separated in our business practices.
• The family structure is crucial in shaping business relationships.
• Our actions in business should reflect our calling as Christians.

Keywords

Brand Disciples, Hidden Business Codes, New Testament, Christian Business, Neighbors, Authorities, Conduct, Counterculture, Civil Disobedience, Faith and Politics

In this series, we're diving into the deep wisdom Scripture gives us for building and running a business. Some would say -- and many have -- that the Bible has very little instruction on what it means to run your business.

In this conversation, we discuss the culture that kingdom-minded businesses should embody, focusing on wisdom, discernment, and being filled with the Spirit. We highlight the need for businesses to operate with a redemptive mindset, creating a culture that reflects the character of Jesus and fosters genuine relationships. The episode concludes with a call to action for entrepreneurs to align their business practices with these biblical principles.

Show Notes

• References to the Household Codes:
  • 1 Peter 2:13–3:7
  • Ephesians 5:22–6:9
  • 1 Timothy 2:1ff., 8ff.; 3:1ff., 8ff.; 5:17ff.; 6:1f.
• Reserve your copy of The Hidden Business Codes of the New Testament
• Ceri and Simon Harris - Ceri@wholehearted.solutions
• Learn about our 2025 Calling Cohort, an 8-week online group.

Takeaways

• Businesses should reflect the character of Jesus.
• Household codes in the New Testament serve as business codes.
• A kingdom-minded business operates with wisdom and discernment.
• Redemptive choices go beyond mere ethics in business.
• Being filled with the Spirit is essential for business culture.
• The culture of a business is shaped by its leaders.
• Wisdom involves understanding God's redemptive plan.
• Entrepreneurs should create a culture of life, not toil.
• Spiritual awareness is crucial in business decision-making.
• Every family should consider having a business.

Keywords

Kingdom business, household codes, entrepreneurship, wisdom, redemptive choices, spirit-filled culture, business ethics, New Testament, leadership, family business

In this series, we're diving into the deep wisdom Scripture gives us for building and running a business. Some would say -- and many have -- that the Bible has very little instruction on what it means to run your business.

In this episode, we delve into the significance of being a light in the workplace, understanding spiritual blindness, and the need for compassion in business practices. We challenge listeners to reflect on how they can bring light into their industries and create a culture of goodness, righteousness, and truth.

Show Notes

• References to the Household Codes:
  • 1 Peter 2:13–3:7
  • Ephesians 5:22–6:9
  • 1 Timothy 2:1ff., 8ff.; 3:1ff., 8ff.; 5:17ff.; 6:1f.
• Reserve your copy of The Hidden Business Codes of the New Testament

Takeaways

• Business should be viewed as an economic household.
• The heart must be converted before societal change can occur.
• Believers are called to bring light to the world.
• Spiritual blindness affects how people perceive truth.
• Compassion is essential when engaging with those in darkness.
• Light in the workplace can transform relationships.
• Business practices can reflect God's goodness and righteousness.
• Ethical business is not the same as redemptive business.
• Awareness of darkness in industries is crucial for change.
• Waking up to the light can lead to profound transformation.

Keywords

business, faith, entrepreneurship, New Testament, light, spiritual blindness, workplace culture, ethics, compassion, community

In this series, we're diving into the deep wisdom Scripture gives us for building and running a business. Some would say -- and many have -- that the Bible has very little instruction on what it means to run your business.

In this episode of Brand Disciples, David Mills and Amy Alexander discuss the cultural context of Ephesians, the countercultural teachings on sexuality, the implications of impurity and greed in business, and the importance of creating a culture of light that reflects Christian values. The conversation emphasizes the need for entrepreneurs to align their business practices with biblical principles, fostering an environment that promotes dignity, integrity, and spiritual growth.

Show Notes

• References to the Household Codes:
  • 1 Peter 2:13–3:7
  • Ephesians 5:22–6:9
  • 1 Timothy 2:1ff., 8ff.; 3:1ff., 8ff.; 5:17ff.; 6:1f.
• Flow Automotive
• Reserve your copy of The Hidden Business Codes of the New Testament

Keywords

Brand Disciples, entrepreneurship, hidden business codes, New Testament, Ephesians, counterculture, business ethics, light in business, greed, purity

Takeaways

• The New Testament contains hidden business codes relevant to today's entrepreneurs.
• Household codes in the Bible also serve as business codes.
• Re-enchantment with scripture can lead to deeper understanding and application.
• Cultural context is crucial for interpreting biblical teachings.
• Sexual immorality, impurity, and greed are counter to Christian business ethics.
• Idolatry can manifest in modern consumer culture.
• Greed often displaces trust in God and leads to unhealthy business practices.
• Creating a culture of light in business is essential for spiritual growth.
• Identifying darkness in one's industry can lead to transformative practices.
• Prayer and introspection are key to aligning business practices with faith.

In this series, we're diving into the deep wisdom Scripture gives us for building and running a business. Some would say -- and many have -- that the Bible has very little instruction on what it means to run your business.

In this episode of Brand Disciples, Dave Mills and Amy Alexander discuss the hidden business codes found in the New Testament. They explain that these codes are actually the household codes that were given to Christians in a pluralistic society. These codes, which include instructions for conduct and relationships within the family, also apply to business because businesses were based in households during that time. The hosts emphasize that these codes were revolutionary and subversive in their cultural context, and they challenge listeners to reframe their understanding of business and family based on these biblical principles.

Show Notes

• References to the Household Codes:
  • 1 Peter 2:13–3:7
  • Ephesians 5:22–6:9
  • 1 Timothy 2:1ff., 8ff.; 3:1ff., 8ff.; 5:17ff.; 6:1f.

Takeaways

• The hidden business codes in the New Testament are actually the household codes given to Christians in a pluralistic society.
• These codes apply to business because businesses were based in households during that time.
• The codes were revolutionary and subversive in their cultural context, challenging the norms of the time.
• Listeners are encouraged to reframe their understanding of business and family based on these biblical principles.

Keywords

business codes, New Testament, household codes, family, relationships, subversion, cultural reframing

In this series, we're diving into the deep wisdom Scripture gives us for building and running a business. Some would say -- and many have -- that the Bible has very little instruction on what it means to run your business.

In this episode, we discuss the hidden business codes in the New Testament and how they apply to modern-day entrepreneurship. We introduce the concept of household codes, which were instructions for Christian households to live out their faith in a pluralistic culture. These codes also apply directly to business and provide guidance for creating a redemptive and impactful business.

Show Notes

• David Lomas - Reality SF on Household Codes
• References to the Household Codes:
  • 1 Peter 2:13–3:7
  • Ephesians 5:22–6:9
  • 1 Timothy 2:1ff., 8ff.; 3:1ff., 8ff.; 5:17ff.; 6:1f.

Takeaways

• The New Testament contains hidden business codes known as household codes that provide guidance for creating a redemptive and impactful business.
• Businesses should be viewed as economic households, and the values and ethics of the home should be integrated into the business.
• Right relationships in the home are the basis for a godly business that can transform culture.
• The biblical household codes address different groups of people and provide instructions for living out faith in a pluralistic society.
• Integrating personal and professional life and cultivating right relationships are essential for creating a redemptive business.

Keywords

hidden business codes, New Testament, household codes, redemptive business, right relationships, integration of personal and professional life

In this series, we're diving into the deep wisdom Scripture gives us for building and running a business. Some would say -- and many have -- that the Bible has very little instruction on what it means to run your business.

In this episode we talk about the false promise of prosperity Gospel, or a "God hack", in our business. We mix up our calling to start a business with the promise that we'll be successful. As we prepare to dive into the New Testament business codes, we have to do a heart check about what we believe God's real purpose is in our business.

Show Notes//

• Virtual Discipleship Groups + Events
• 5Q Assessment: How You're Gifted to Lead Like Jesus
• IT Crowd "spaceology" scene
• John Mark Comer
• David Lomas of Reality SF

Keywords

business, Bible, guiding philosophy, God hack, prosperity gospel, success, wealth, influence, reframing, kingdom of God

Takeaways

• The search for a guiding philosophy for business in the Bible and the temptation to find a 'God hack' for success
• The influence of the prosperity gospel and the obsession with wealth and success in our culture
• The need to decouple financial success from obedience and redefine what success looks like in business
• The importance of reframing our mindset and being open to the unexpected teachings of Jesus
• Seeking God's way of doing business and prioritizing the kingdom of God over worldly success