Ministry in Deed

 

Rescuing and Redeeming Supply Chains
Henry Kaestner

 

In this session, we talk about our responsibility, as faith driven entrepreneurs, to redeem supply chains and create jobs for people in vulnerable situations. This video shares the story of Regenesys, created in the Philippines to create living-wage jobs for survivors of human trafficking. In partnership with Next Door Photos, they built a photo-editing supply chain that provides next-day service and equips their employees with world-class technology skills.

Discussion Questions

Business That Sets People Free

In his first sermon, Jesus said that he had fulfilled these verses from Isaiah 61: “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim liberty to the captives…” 

  • Have you considered how your business might help “set people free? 

  • How can you be part of the solution to eliminate forced labor? 

Addressing Supply Chains

As Faith Driven Entrepreneurs, we have a responsibility that goes beyond just maintaining a good working relationship. We should be going the extra step to determine if our suppliers are ethical in their labor practices. 

  • What do you know about the operations of your current supply chains? Have you thoroughly checked into their operations?

  • Do you know about the free service provided by FRDM that helps business leaders vet their supply chains?

What Do You Need to Surrender?

As we saw with Sam and Mindy, they felt compelled to use their company for more than just real estate photography. They submitted to God’s will in that. Now they’re actively participating in the redemptive work of our Heavenly Father.

  • What do you need to surrender to God? Is it your company? Your bottom line? Or maybe you need to surrender what you thought your venture would look so it can be what God wanted all along?

 
 

Ideas to Explore the Mark Further

Looking for some practical ways to put this mark into action? Here are some ideas that can help you develop an even greater understanding of Ministry in Deed.

  • As leaders, we need to realize that we cast a long shadow in our companies. Our words and our actions have a large impact on the well-being of your team. Consider, what does your leadership shadow look like today? Here are some guiding questions to ask:

    • What values are expressed in your language/communication? How do your actions align with what you say? How do your company’s measurements align with those values?

    • How can you intentionally shape your shadow to create a culture of active service and ministry?

  • Part of Ministry in Deed is providing resources and opportunities for financial, physical, and spiritual wellbeing to your employees. You can consider doing that by improving your supply chain, providing a financial management course, hiring a chaplain, or slowing down to get to know your employees and ask good questions.

  • You can get your company involved in blessing your local community by setting up regular service days, or by creating a company fund to help those in need. Consider partnering with local non-profits or your local church to see how your company might come alongside great existing programs.

 
 
Anna Kwee