Heritage Bible Institute (HBI), the ministry training wing of Heritage Christian University, hosted an inspiring seminar on entrepreneurship and financial literacy. The event equipped Christian leaders with practical tools for sustainable living and ministry growth.
Target Audience and Participation
The seminar brought together a diverse group of participants, including preachers, instructors of HBI, church leaders, and representatives from the Village of Hope Group. The training was designed to support these key stakeholders in balancing their ministry responsibilities with personal and financial growth.
Empowering Christian Workers Through Business Training
The sessions were structured to help participants discover and refine business ideas, navigate the entrepreneurial journey, and explore ways to launch viable ventures. The focus was on enabling individuals involved in ministry and community work to create value-driven businesses without compromising their faith-based principles.
Biblical Approach to Financial Management
One of the core messages of the seminar challenged the traditional worldly concept of “paying yourself first.” Instead, participants were taught to adopt a biblical principle: pay God first, then pay yourself, and finally, save and invest. This shift in mindset is aimed at aligning financial stewardship with Christian values.
Living and Leading with Integrity
Participants were encouraged to conduct their business and ministry efforts with :
- Integrity
- Vision
- Expectation
- Exposure
Four foundational values that can lead to lasting success in any field. These principles were presented as essential tools for navigating the challenges of leadership and entrepreneurship.
These principles help leaders navigate entrepreneurship and ministry challenges.
Mindset Revolution and Participant Impact
Attendees described the experience as transformative. Many left with:
- Renewed financial habits
- Clearer leadership purpose
- Practical steps for faith-based enterprises
Expert Facilitators with Global Experience
Two distinguished professionals led the sessions:
- Stephen Hendley: Six Sigma expert, former U.S. Army officer, inventor, and youth mentor
- Dr. Gary Grandison: Financial consultant, professor, and golf coach at Texas Southern University
Heritage Bible Institute continues equipping ministry workers with both theological knowledge and practical skills for today’s challenges.
