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Open Pockets
On Open Pockets, every other Thursday, we review stories from the Bible to discover principles that can help us manage our finances well.
Being a “good” driver isn’t predicated on our ability to get from point A to point B quickly but on our ability to follow the rules of the road effectively. In the same way, being a good steward financially isn’t based on how well we save or how much we make or invest, it’s based on our ability to follow the financial principles edged in antiquity created by…
Episodes
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . .Lessons from the Life of Daniel
In this final episode of Open Pockets, we examine Daniel's life to see if we can identify some of the Business Ethics we mentioned this year. Scripture…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . . LONGEVITY: An Inheritance of Moral Stability
After we’ve built a successful organization, how do we prepare the next generation to continue the work, so that what we’ve built doesn’t crumble after we’re…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . .DIVINE ALLIANCES: Strategic Partnership - House of Representatives
Partnership, when done with the right people, can advance our businesses, but we must be careful who we partner with. Scripture References: Joshua 24:15 AMP…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . . SYSTEMATIC INFILTRATION: Strategically positioned
God is systematically positioning Kingdom Ambassadors in the marketplace to infiltrate the systems of the world in order to bring about change. Scripture…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . .STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES: Kingdom Protocols
Protocols need to be clearly communicated and reiterated. Scripture References: Daniel 1:4 NLT Daniel 1:3-5 MSG . . . . . ****Disclaimer**** The Open Pockets…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . . REFORMATION: Don’t conform, reform.
Reformation happens progressively. Scripture References: Romans 12:2 AMP, TPT, AMPC Proverbs 22:10 TPT Proverbs 24:23-25 MSG . . . . . ****Disclaimer**** The…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . . LOYALTY: Wah sweet nanny goat ago run him belly
Sometimes we allow the lure of success to cause us to declare independence from God. Let’s talk about it. Scripture References: 2 Chronicles 16:9 AMP, NKJV…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . . ENVIRONMENT: It’s time to change the environment around us
We have a responsibility to contribute to the community where we conduct business. Scripture References: 1 Chronicles 11:7-8 NIV, AMPC, EASY . . . . …
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . . FAIRNESS: If it’s good for the Goose, it’s good for the Gander
Do you find yourself bending the rules for high-profile clients? Are you socially, racially, or culturally biased? Let’s talk about it. Scripture References…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . . COMPASSION: The Danger of Ruthlessness
Ethics is a business’s moral conscience. Do you still have a conscience? Or has your heart become callous? Scripture References: Obadiah Chapter 1 - AMP . . …
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . . TRANSPARENCY: What does “full disclosure” look like?
Are we open and honest in our business with no hidden agendas, allowing information to be easily understood without secrets? Scripture References: Joshua 9:3-6…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . . RESPECT FOR LAWS: Being a Law-abiding citizen
We can all agree that believers should not steal, among other obvious violations, but what about the others? Scripture References: Titus 3:1 PHILLIPS, MSG 1…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . .HONESTY: Honesty still is the best policy.
“It’s only human to want to make a buck, but it’s better to be poor than a liar.” - Proverbs 19:22 MSG Scripture References: Proverbs 11:1 TPT, MSG Proverbs…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . . RESPECT: A Culture of Honor
What would happen if we respected our coworkers and bosses the way we respect our ministerial leaders or church family? Scripture References: Titus 3:2 CEB…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . . ACCOUNTABILITY: Systems of Accountability
We win when we subject our lives to the counsel of God. Scripture References: Daniel 6:2 AMP, EASY, TPT, MSG, GW Daniel 6:1 TPT Daniel 8:27 AMP Proverbs 20:8-9…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . . LEADERSHIP: Who’s leading you?
Scripture References: Proverbs 21:5 MSG 2 Kings 6:8 ICB 2 Kings 6:8-11 AMP Proverbs 24:5-6 MSG Proverbs 3:5-6 TPT, EASY . . . . . ****Disclaimer**** The Open…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . .INTEGRITY: Wear Integrity like a Garment
Are you practicing integrity? Scripture References: Proverbs 10:9 KJV, AMPC, VOICE 1 Kings 9:4-8 NLT 1 Kings 10:4-5 NLT 1 Kings 10:5 AMP 1 Kings 10:14-15 AMP …
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . . The Right to be Protected
Just as in the natural, citizens have rights; in the same way, we have rights as Kingdom Ambassadors in the marketplace. This includes the right to be…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . . . The Snare of Duplicity
We live in a society that calls ‘evil’ ‘good’, and ‘good’ ‘evil’, so deception has become the order of the day. What does the Bible say about that, and how…
Open PocketsKingdom Business Ethics . .Building on the Right Foundation
Are you building your business on the right foundation? Here are some intangibles that could potentially increase our company's operational costs. Scripture…
Open PocketsFinancial Inspection . . .the numbers don't lie
Did you know that God does inspections? Scriptures: Jeremiah 29:10 AMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . ****Disclaimer**** The Open Pockets Podcast and its host or…
Open PocketsWrite the Vision and make it plain
As we approach the end of the year, it's time to start planning for the next year. Please don't wait until January; do it now. Scriptures: Habakkuk 2:2 NLT…
Open PocketsVision or Purpose attracts resources.
You have to tell your money where to go. Scriptures: Ecclesisates 10:19 ISV, CJB, ERV . . . . . . . . . . . . . ****Disclaimer**** The Open Pockets Podcast and…
Open PocketsDeal or NO Deal?
How low are you willing to go for a dollar? If the enemy says, "Name your price," I hope you respond, "You can't buy me!" Scriptures: Numbers 22:1-7 NLT…
Open PocketsWhat's the rush?
Are you shrewd or just a schemer? Scriptures: Proverbs 13:11 GW, AMP, EASY, NLT, NIV . . . . . . . . . . . . . ****Disclaimer**** The Open Pockets Podcast and…
Open PocketsHow long will you ignore it?
What have you done with the talents God has given you? Scriptures: Matthew 25:29 AMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . ****Disclaimer**** The Open Pockets Podcast and…
Open PocketsThe Power of Management
I believe that more comes as we manage well what has been entrusted to us. Scriptures: Matthew 25:14-23 EASY . . . . . . . . . . . . . ****Disclaimer**** The…
Open PocketsSpiritual Financial Investment
Hoarding all your money isn’t wise; you need the wisdom of God to know where to invest it so it can multiply. Scriptures: Proverbs 19:17 TPT, EASY, TLB Acts…
Open PocketsYour provision won't fail
When you’re between a rock and hard place, do you have a word from God that you’re standing on? Scriptures: 1 Kings 17:8-16 AMPC Proverbs 11:24-25 TLB . . . …
Open PocketsHe multiplies your seed for sowing
Are you intentional about giving? Do you give with expectancy? Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 9:10-11 EASY, TPT . . . . . . . . . . . . . ****Disclaimer**** The…
Open PocketsThe Power of Generosity
Generosity is powerful. . . it's possible to give away and become richer. Let's talk about it. Scriptures: Proverbs 11:25 AMP, ERV, GNT Proverbs 11:24-25 TPT…
Open PocketsNever go before the King empty-handed
Have you ever wondered why they insist on us bringing an offering to the house of God? Scriptures: Deuteronomy 16:16-17 MSG, NLT . . . . . . . . . . . . …
Open PocketsRealignment. . . it's a heart thing
It's important that we maintain the right heart posture towards the things God allows us to attain. Scriptures: Exodus 12:35-36 NIV Exodus 32:3-4 AMPC Exodus…
Open PocketsTearing down the idols
What have you idolized? What do you revere more than God? So much so that you’re willing to compromise your integrity for it? Scriptures: 1 Kings 18:21 NLT…
Open PocketsThe Magnitude of Obadiah's Sacrifice
To the Obadiahs, be encouraged. Your sacrifice is not in vain. Scriptures: 1 Kings 18:3 AMPC 1 Kings 18:4 EASY 1 KINGS 18:12 GW . . . . . . . . . . . . …
Open PocketsFinancial Drought
What happens when God allows you to experience a financial drought? Do you panic? Don't panic because He also has a way of positioning Obadiahs to help sustain…
Open PocketsOpportunity
J.O.B. - "O" is for Opportunity. . .It's time to maximize the opportunities our job provides instead of complaining about it. Scriptures: Luke 16:10-12 NLT…
Open PocketsJurisdiction
J.O.B. - "J" is for Jurisdiction. In this episode, I charge you to govern your jurisdiction, complete your term, and wait for God to reassign you. Scriptures…
Open PocketsAchan - Be Delivered, Be set free!
Sometimes, we’re the problem. Sometimes we still have a bit of residue of Achan in us. Scriptures: Joshua 7:21 EASY Joshua 6:17-19 AMP Joshua 7:1 AMP . . . . …
Open PocketsThe Achan Syndrome
Sometimes, we incur unnecessary financial trouble because we may have knowingly or unknowingly violated certain principles or instructions. Scriptures: Joshua…
Open PocketsStick to the Plan
Sometimes, we expend unnecessary resources because we decide to divert from the plan God gave us. In this episode, I talk about the importance of sticking to…
Open PocketsMismanagement leads to Bondage
Today we look at the story of Joseph and the importance of managing our resources well. Scriptures: Genesis 47:20-22 AMP, AMPC Genesis 47:22 MSG Genesis 41:28…
Open PocketsIssachar - He's like a donkey
Brace Yourself It’s time to put the work in. Do you have the work ethic of a donkey? Scriptures: Genesis 49:14-15 EASY, AMP, NIV Proverbs 14:16 TPT . . . . . …
Open PocketsThe Issachar Anointing - A New Year's Charge
We need the wisdom of God to know what to do, so on today's episode, we talk about the Issachar Anointing and positioning ourselves as we plan for the year…
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On Open Pockets, we review stories from the Bible to discover principles that can help us manage our finances well.