Send Prayers High
This should be a no-brainer, but we are such 'DOING' people that praying is not done hard enough, long enough or often enough. We plan, we scheme, we stress, we work - and if we pray, it is more like sending up a wish list to a Santa Claus who thinks we have been too naughty to reward. Prayer is not just for the realm of ministry. Prayer absolutely belongs at foundation of your business.
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Don't be Shy
People need to know that in addition to your ministry, you are tentmaking. I learned the hard way, when a friend bought something I sold from a stranger because he did not know I sold that thing. I did not speak up. Not everyone is a possible client, but they may be able to offer a referral. Plant the seed! Simply share honestly, that to continue in the Lord's service, you are tentmaking, and this (fill in the blank) is your tentmaking thing. Speak up!
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It's OK to Cry
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If it were easy to serve God in difficult circumstances, everyone would be doing it. You are carrying a cross. If Jesus could sweat blood knowing the personal sacrifice required, trust me - it is OK to cry. Even so, don't cry too long, or too often. Not many will understand those tears either, but I do. My father and brother walked this road, and in my own way - I am too.
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Build to the Sky
Beware of glass ceilings! The problem with them is, you don't see them and so you don't even know they are there. Years ago, I played the Prosperity Game to find I got stuck at explaining the $64K the 'Universe' delivered to me in the game. Prior to that, I had not personally earned in excess of $55K and would have laughed if anyone had tried to suggest (a) I had a glass ceiling and (b) it was as low as $64K. Once I got over that and expanded my mindset, I played again and got stuck at $250K. I kept playing the game over and over till I felt comfortable with the idea of earning millions. I had to see it in my mind before it could become possible in my life. What about you? Continued on pg 18
ministry will be a burden, and your tentmaking will be a frustration.