Lead With Purpose: Kingdom Principles for EntrepreneursSample

Overcoming the Bottleneck Within

Most of the time, the bottleneck in our business is US.

More often than not, we are the one standing in the way of our own success.

Proverbs 16:3 (NIV) - “Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans.”

As kingdom business leaders, we often aim to create innovations and opportunities that glorify God and serve others. However, sometimes we are the very bottlenecks hindering progress in our endeavors. This isn't necessarily because of a lack of skills or ambition, but more because of how we might approach challenges, make decisions, or react to situations.

Reflecting on this, consider the ways you might be obstructing your own success. Is it fear of failure, reluctance to delegate, or hesitation to embrace new ideas? The key is to recognize these limitations and, in humility, commit them to God. He knows our weaknesses and can guide us to overcome them when we surrender our plans and trust in His wisdom and timing.

Take a moment today to evaluate areas in your business where you might be the bottleneck. Pray for courage to release control, wisdom to listen to God’s direction, and boldness to act when He leads.

Action Steps:

1. Self-Assessment: Spend time in reflection to identify any personal barriers to your business’s progress.

2. Prayer and Surrender: Commit these areas to God in prayer, asking for His guidance and assistance in overcoming them.

3. Strategic Delegation: Trust others by delegating tasks and responsibilities that could use fresh perspectives or skills.

4. Continuous Learning: Embrace development opportunities that enable personal growth and enrich your leadership skills.

Heavenly Father, help me to see the areas where I am a bottleneck in my business. Give me the wisdom to recognize my limitations and the courage to overcome them by leaning on Your guidance. Teach me how to surrender my plans to You and trust that You will establish them according to Your will. Bless my efforts so that they may bring glory to Your name and serve Your kingdom effectively. In Jesus name, Amen.