Grace Business Forum International is committed to empowering the Christian business community to excel in their fields through inspirational teaching and intercessory prayer. Our goal is to cultivate a robust global network of Christian businesses that are spiritually grounded and capable of competing at the highest levels in the marketplace.
In today's world, the marketplace has become a literal battleground, making the integration of prayer and fasting into business efforts more essential than ever. We believe that spiritual strength, combined with professional excellence, is key to thriving in this challenging environment.
Our mission is inspired by the biblical model of collaboration between kings and priests, where spiritual guidance played a crucial role in achieving success. For example, Zerubbabel, a governor, faced significant opposition that stalled his project for over a decade, despite having the necessary resources. It was only when God sent prophets like Zechariah and Ezra to support him that the project was completed, as highlighted in Zechariah 4:6,9: “Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit, says the Lord of hosts… The hands that have laid the foundation shall also complete it.”
The power of biblical economics is the lifeblood for the next generation of business leaders, driven by the divine inspiration behind it. Just as the Word of God was breathed into existence, that same breath of life has the potential to propel every business industry forward, paving the way for the next wave of economic breakthroughs and academic advancements.
Now is the time for Christian business leaders in the Northwest and the world at large to rise up and make their voices heard, just as influential companies like Microsoft and Boeing have done. We have full confidence in our businessmen and women to surpass their own expectations, even in times as challenging as these.
Dr. Emmanuel Ziga
Three Key Pillars of The Marketplace
The marketplace is the engine of growth for every economy on Earth. It is a concept that speaks and interprets every language. In other words, its relevance cannot be ignored—now or at any point until the end of the world. It is, therefore, a powerful machinery that propels the visions and dreams of all generations to limitless heights, as far as we’re willing to go. I see it as the cockpit of a massive airplane— one that must be piloted with experience, skill, and hope.
In my opinion, it is made up of three components:
The politician and the system of legislature:
The politician makes the laws and establishes economic policies, which include areas such as manufacturing, banking, marketing, and more.
The business world:
The business world is the community that takes those laws and interprets them into tax-paying entities. They receive what the senate and parliaments put together and transform those laws into systems that feed homes, pay salaries, and build the communities that support all seven mountains of industry.
The clergy and ministers of religion:
The ministers of the gospel and religion are those who guide the moral conscience of society. Their teachings, prayers, and encouragement help create the social atmosphere of peace—without which there can be no lasting economic confidence or meaningful progress.
In every society with strong economic growth, you will always see the interplay of these pillars of the marketplace. Religious leaders should continually pray for wisdom for both politicians and businesspeople, so they can do what is right and help build a safe and thriving society. They also help maintain the encouraging moral and cultural atmosphere that keeps every society sound and secure—for the development of families and more.
In every healthy economy, these three functionalities are essential for the advancement of society and the evolutions needed to advance the world we live in. All three need each other—at all times and in all places. It is our belief that every businessman needs the covering of prayer—and may this be your portion. No matter how hard you work, always desire the blessings of God as a platform of strength and purpose.
At the Grace Business Forum, we pray consistently for everyone in the marketplace. Personally, I fast once a week, praying for limitless prosperity in every aspect of the business person's needs and concerns. We are here for you. I believe every progressive thinker in the business world needs:
A good banker who understands your vision,
A good medical doctor who supports your health and knows your records
A great lawyer who stands by you and guides your legal steps,
A praying man or woman of God—a pastor or spiritual guide—who covers your back in prayer and meditation and supports your advancement spiritually, according to the will of God.
Don’t hesitate to reach out for prayer as you take on commanding heights.
I will see you at the top.
Dr. Emmanuel Ziga