On Sunday, I had the distinguished honor of ministering at Divine Assemblies International Church in Gakuto, Kweneng Constituency, where I shared a message titled:
“Business Strategy Through God’s Ways: Jesus Christ, The Greatest CEO.”
Drawing inspiration from John 21:1–11 and John 21:15–18, I reflected on profound business principles embedded in the life-changing encounter between Jesus and His disciples after the resurrection.
“Before you ask God to bless your business, first ask Him to sit on the CEO seat of your business.
Success is not found in what you know — it is found in Who you follow.
Jesus must be the CEO, the Strategist, the Director, and the Visionary of all that you build.”
The Context of the Message
After enduring the silence of three days following Christ’s crucifixion, the disciples — weary and restless — decided to revert to their former trade: fishing. Among them was Peter, an experienced fisherman, alongside six others.
They fished all night — a time when fishing was most productive — yet caught nothing.
At the break of dawn, Jesus appeared, unrecognized at first, and issued a simple but strategic instruction:
“Cast your net on the right side of the boat, and you will find some.” (John 21:6)
Upon obeying without debate, they hauled a miraculous catch — 153 large fish — a testament that success is not by toil alone, but by divine strategy and obedience.
Key Business Strategies Taught at Divine Assemblies International
1. Skill Without Divine Instruction Produces Emptiness
Despite Peter’s expertise, without Jesus’ intervention, they labored in vain.
The marketplace today mirrors this reality: many skilled entrepreneurs struggle because they operate independently of God’s guidance.
Key Mentorship Principle:
Never run your business by experience alone. Run it by divine instruction.
2. Immediate Obedience Unlocks Breakthrough
When Jesus told them to cast the net to the right side, they obeyed immediately.
No debate. No hesitation. No professional argument.
Key Mentorship Principle:
Success is on the other side of obedience. Quick obedience is better than delayed logic.
3. God Invests Into Your Success First
After empowering Peter’s fishing business with a miraculous harvest, Jesus turned and said:
“Peter, do you love me more than these? Feed my lambs.” (John 21:15)
Key Mentorship Principle:
God blesses you first, not merely for personal gain, but to prepare you for Kingdom service.
God will elevate your business, your finances, your influence — then entrust you with a greater assignment:
to feed, mentor, lead, empower, and build others.
4. Divine Partnership Over Human Expertise
Jesus owned the fish. He knew where they were.
Peter owned the boat and the nets, but Jesus owned the results.
Key Mentorship Principle:
You may own the systems, but without God owning the outcomes, success remains elusive.
5. Jesus Christ: The Greatest CEO
At Divine Assemblies International Church, I emphasized how Jesus perfectly models leadership and entrepreneurship excellence:
|
Leadership Attribute |
Example from John 21 |
Business Application |
|
Visionary Leadership |
Jesus redefines the disciples’ mission |
Craft a business with a purpose beyond profit |
|
Empowerment |
He empowers Peter to lead others |
Train successors, not just employees |
|
Compassion and Care |
Provides breakfast for weary fishermen |
Build a people-first culture |
|
Strategic Direction |
Instructs specific positioning (right side) |
Follow divine positioning in business |
|
Sustainable Growth |
Commissions Peter for long-term impact |
Plan for sustainability and future expansion |
The Broader Business Mentorship Lessons I Shared
- Business is a Ministry.
Your business must be an altar where God’s glory is displayed, not just a marketplace. - Blessings Carry Responsibilities.
Every increase demands greater stewardship and greater Kingdom responsibility. - Marketplace Apostleship.
Entrepreneurs are called to be apostles in the marketplace — influencing economics, ethics, and culture under Christ’s Lordship. - Timing and Positioning.
Success depends on “throwing the net” at the right time, in the right place, by divine instruction. - From Prosperity to Purpose.
When God blesses your business, it’s not an end — it’s a new beginning:
to feed the lambs, mentor the next generation, and expand the Kingdom of God.
Final Words I Left With the Congregation
Divine Assemblies International Church in Gakuto, Kweneng Constituency, was blessed that day — but I, too, was equally humbled and inspired by the reception of the Word, the hunger for Kingdom entrepreneurship, and the spirit of excellence demonstrated by the leadership of the church.
Declaration of Business Success in God’s Ways
“Father, help me to launch where You instruct, invest where You direct, harvest where You reveal, and build what brings You glory.
I surrender my gifts, my business, and my vision to Your leadership.
You are the CEO of my enterprise forever.”
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