Discover practical, KJV-based principles for honoring God in business. Learn how to integrate faith with work, uphold integrity, and use your business for eternal impact.”
Foundations for a God-Honoring Marketplace Life
1. Understanding What It Means to “Honor God” 📖
Before we can honor God in business, we must first understand what “honor” truly means according to the Word of God.
In the Bible, honor is more than respect — it is a heart posture of obedience, reverence, and alignment with His will.
Proverbs 3:9–10 (KJV)
“Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:
So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine.”
This verse reveals that honoring God is practical — it involves our possessions, our income, and our decisions. In business, this means:
- Acknowledging God as the true Owner of everything we have
- Using our business as a platform for His glory
- Placing integrity over profit
2. God is the Ultimate Owner – You Are the Steward
Every Christian businessperson must begin with this truth: Your business is not yours — it belongs to God.
Psalm 24:1 (KJV)
“The earth is the LORD’S, and the fulness thereof; the world, and they that dwell therein.”
This means:
- You are a steward, not the owner
- You must manage your business resources faithfully
- Every decision should be made with the mindset: “Will this glorify God?”
Practical Step: Write a dedication prayer for your business, surrendering every deal, plan, and resource to God. Post it somewhere visible in your office as a daily reminder.
3. Building Your Business on Biblical Principles
A business that honors God must be built on truth, integrity, and love for people.
Proverbs 11:1 (KJV)
“A false balance is abomination to the LORD: but a just weight is his delight.”
This speaks directly to honest transactions. In modern terms:
- Avoid dishonest pricing or hidden fees
- Be transparent with customers
- Keep clear contracts and honor them
- Pay employees fairly and on time
Example:
If a supplier accidentally overpays you or sends extra goods, a God-honoring businessperson returns it immediately — even if nobody else would notice.
4. The Heart of a Godly Entrepreneur
The greatest temptation in business is to let greed, pride, or fear rule decisions.
Matthew 6:24 (KJV)
“No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.”
Key Truth: You cannot chase both maximum profit and maximum obedience if they lead in opposite directions. Choose obedience every time.
Practical Application:
Before any big business decision, ask yourself:
- Does this bring glory to God?
- Does this align with Scripture?
- Would I still do it if Jesus Himself was my customer or partner?
5. Commitment to Excellence as Worship
Many think honoring God means only avoiding sin. But honoring God also means pursuing excellence in your work.
Colossians 3:23–24 (KJV)
“And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;
Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.”
When you run your business with:
- High quality products
- Excellent customer service
- Ethical operations
…you are actually worshiping God through your work.
In this first part, we have seen that honoring God in business begins with:
- Recognizing His ownership
- Practicing honesty & integrity
- Prioritizing obedience over profit
- Working with excellence as worship
If you are a business owner, manager, or employee, take time today to pray over your work. Invite God into every decision. Begin applying these principles, and you will not only see His blessing, but your business will become a testimony of His faithfulness.
Practical Steps to Live Out God’s Principles in the Marketplace
1. Begin Every Business Day in God’s Presence
One of the most overlooked business secrets in Scripture is starting the day with God. Many Christian entrepreneurs jump straight into phone calls, emails, and meetings, but a God-honoring businessperson will first kneel before the Lord before standing before men.
Proverbs 16:3 (KJV)
“Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established.”
🔹 Practical Application:
- Pray over your schedule each morning.
- Ask God for wisdom in decisions (James 1:5).
- Dedicate the day’s transactions, meetings, and opportunities to Him.
Example: A store owner I knew began each day by praying over the empty store before opening, asking God to bring the right customers, protect the business from fraud, and give grace in all conversations. Over years, his shop became known as a place of peace, and people came not only for products but for encouragement.
2. Practice Radical Integrity in Every Deal
In business, small compromises can slowly destroy a testimony. God calls His people to absolute honesty — even when it costs money.
Leviticus 19:35–36 (KJV)
“Ye shall do no unrighteousness in judgment, in meteyard, in weight, or in measure. Just balances, just weights… shall ye have: I am the LORD your God, which brought you out of the land of Egypt.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Never misrepresent product quality.
- Be transparent about defects or limitations.
- Keep clear and honest invoices.
- Pay all taxes legally owed — no hidden manipulations.
Example: A Christian construction company once underbid a project but later realized they underestimated costs. Instead of cutting quality to protect profit, they honored their contract fully, even at a financial loss. That decision built trust, and they received more business than before.
3. Treat Employees as God’s Children, Not Tools
Employees are not simply a “workforce” — they are souls made in God’s image. How you treat them reveals whether your business truly honors God.
Colossians 4:1 (KJV)
“Masters, give unto your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Pay fair and prompt wages.
- Provide a safe, respectful work environment.
- Encourage them spiritually — pray with them when appropriate.
- Be patient with mistakes, correcting in love, not anger.
Example: A small Christian café closes one hour early every Wednesday so employees can attend midweek Bible study. That business has less “open hours” than competitors but has a stronger, more loyal team and better testimony.
4. Guard Your Business Against Greed and Corruption
A God-honoring business must set safeguards against greed, because greed can slowly twist good intentions into sinful practices.
1 Timothy 6:9–10 (KJV)
“But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare… For the love of money is the root of all evil…”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Set ethical limits on how money is earned.
- Avoid partnerships that compromise Biblical principles.
- Keep personal and business finances clearly separate.
- Have accountability — let a trusted believer review your books.
Example: A Christian retail chain refused to sell certain high-profit products that promoted immorality. While others in their industry got richer quickly, they kept their testimony and eventually became more respected — which opened better, long-term opportunities.
5. Be Known for Generosity, Not Just Profit
God blesses businesses that become a channel of blessing to others.
2 Corinthians 9:6–8 (KJV)
“He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly… God loveth a cheerful giver.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Tithe from your business income, not just personal salary.
- Support missions and local church needs.
- Offer discounts or help to those in genuine need.
- Sponsor community projects that honor Christ.
Example: A Christian printing company donates Gospel tracts to missionaries each month. This outreach not only spreads God’s Word but also draws goodwill and referrals from churches worldwide.
6. Keep Your Words Pure in All Business Communication
How we speak in business reflects who we serve. Harsh, deceptive, or manipulative speech dishonors God.
Ephesians 4:29 (KJV)
“Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Speak respectfully to customers, even when they are wrong.
- Avoid crude jokes or gossip in the workplace.
- Use written communication that is clear, truthful, and kind.
Example: A customer once yelled at a Christian business owner over a misunderstanding. Instead of reacting in anger, he listened patiently, apologized sincerely, and resolved the issue. That customer later returned — bringing more clients with him.
In this second part, we’ve moved from principles to practice. Honoring God in business means:
- Starting every day in prayer 📖
- Practicing radical integrity ⚖
- Treating employees as God’s children 💝
- Guarding against greed 🛡
- Being generous 🤝
- Keeping pure communication 🗣
When these are lived out daily, your business will not only prosper spiritually, but it will shine as a light in the marketplace.If you run a business, audit your daily practices today. Ask: “Does this reflect Christ?” Make the changes the Holy Spirit shows you, and watch how He transforms your influence, impact, and even your income — for His glory.
Advanced Principles for a Christ-Centered Marketplace
1. Choosing the Right Partnerships & Avoiding Unequal Yokes
In business, who you partner with can either strengthen your testimony or destroy it. God warns us about unequal yokes — alliances with those who do not share our faith or moral standards.
2 Corinthians 6:14 (KJV)
“Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Do background checks on potential partners.
- Ask: Does this person’s lifestyle and ethics align with Scripture?
- Avoid partnerships that require moral compromise for profit.
- Seek counsel from mature believers before signing agreements.
Example: A Christian manufacturer was offered a massive distribution deal with a company that also produced products promoting immorality. He refused the deal, even though it meant losing millions, and later received a contract from a God-honoring company that was more profitable long term.
2. Writing Contracts That Honor God
God values clarity and honesty in agreements. Contracts should not just protect legal rights — they should reflect integrity and fairness.
James 5:12 (KJV)
“But let your yea be yea; and your nay, nay; lest ye fall into condemnation.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Ensure contracts are clear, fair, and honest.
- Avoid hidden terms that exploit the other party.
- Keep all promises made, even if it costs more than expected.
Example: A Christian printing company discovered they had underpriced a job. Instead of adding hidden fees, they honored the contract fully. The client trusted them deeply and brought repeat business for years.
3. Competing Without Compromising Your Testimony
The marketplace is full of competition, and it’s easy to slip into jealousy, slander, or unethical tactics. But God calls His people to a different standard.
Philippians 2:3 (KJV)
“Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Never spread false rumors about competitors.
- Focus on improving your own service instead of tearing others down.
- Respect competitors as fellow image-bearers of God.
Example: Two Christian bookstores in the same city decided to pray for each other’s success and even referred customers to one another when stock was unavailable. Both businesses grew, and their unity became a witness to unbelievers.
4. Marketing That Honors God
Marketing is powerful, but it can easily become manipulative, deceptive, or sensual. A God-honoring business markets truthfully and respectfully.
Proverbs 12:22 (KJV)
“Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Avoid false claims about your product.
- Do not use immoral images or messages to attract customers.
- Highlight value and service, not just price wars.
- Tell the truth — even if it means slower sales growth.
Example: A Christian food brand refused to photoshop their product images unrealistically. Customers appreciated the honesty and trusted them more.
5. Managing Finances With Biblical Stewardship
A business can collapse not from lack of sales, but from poor money management. God’s Word is full of wisdom for financial stewardship.
Proverbs 21:5 (KJV)
“The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness; but of every one that is hasty only to want.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Keep clear accounting records.
- Avoid unnecessary debt (Romans 13:8).
- Save for future needs, but don’t hoard selfishly.
- Pray over every major investment decision.
Example: A Christian shop owner set aside a portion of profits each month for emergencies. When the economy slowed, his business remained stable without needing unethical shortcuts.
6. Honoring God in Crisis Situations
How you respond during loss, conflict, or financial downturn can either magnify or diminish God’s name.
Psalm 46:1 (KJV)
“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- In crises, avoid panic-driven decisions.
- Maintain open and honest communication with customers and staff.
- Seek God’s wisdom before making drastic moves.
- Use crises as opportunities to show faith and kindness.
Example: During a supply shortage, a Christian distributor chose to serve his long-term customers first instead of selling everything to a single buyer for quick profit. This loyalty strengthened long-term relationships.
7. Leading Like Christ in the Marketplace
Leadership is influence. A Christian leader should reflect Christ’s servant leadership.
Mark 10:43–45 (KJV)
“Whosoever will be great among you, shall be your minister… For even the Son of man came not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give his life a ransom for many.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Be approachable and humble.
- Take responsibility for mistakes instead of blaming employees.
- Encourage, mentor, and develop your team’s skills.
- Lead by example in integrity, work ethic, and spiritual life.
Example: A Christian CEO holds monthly prayer breakfasts for employees, sharing God’s Word and encouraging personal growth, not just productivity.
In this part, we’ve covered advanced, practical areas of honoring God in business:
- Choosing godly partnerships 🏛
- Writing honest contracts 📜
- Competing with integrity 🏁
- Marketing truthfully 📢
- Managing finances wisely 💰
- Handling crises faithfully 🌊
- Leading like Christ 👑
If these are applied consistently, a business will not only survive but become a living testimony of God’s Kingdom in the marketplace.
Take time this week to review your contracts, partnerships, marketing, and leadership approach. Ask God to show you any compromise that needs removal. Then, commit to walking in truth, even when it’s costly — because in the end, God’s reward is worth more than the world’s riches.
Living Out Kingdom Values in a Modern, Competitive Marketplace
1. Serving Customers as You Would Serve Christ
The way you treat your customers reveals much about whether your business truly honors God.
Matthew 7:12 (KJV)
“Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Respond to customer inquiries promptly and respectfully.
- Never manipulate customers into buying something they don’t need.
- Follow through on every promise — delivery time, quality, warranty.
- Accept responsibility for mistakes and make them right.
Example: A Christian auto repair shop once accidentally damaged a client’s vehicle during service. Instead of hiding it, they immediately informed the client, repaired the damage at their own cost, and gave free service coupons. The client remained loyal for years and referred others.
2. Honoring God in International Trade & Global Business
Global business brings both opportunity and temptation. When dealing across borders, cultural differences and profit pressure can lead to compromise — but God’s standards remain unchanged.
Proverbs 16:11 (KJV)
“A just weight and balance are the LORD’S: all the weights of the bag are his work.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Ensure fair pricing regardless of location.
- Avoid exploiting cheaper labor in poor countries.
- Keep contracts clear in all languages.
- Refuse to participate in bribery or corruption for international deals.
Example: A Christian clothing brand sources from overseas factories. They regularly visit to ensure workers are treated fairly, paid living wages, and work in safe conditions — even if it costs more.
3. Using Technology Without Compromising Integrity
Technology can be a tool for God’s glory or a trap for dishonesty.
Proverbs 10:9 (KJV)
“He that walketh uprightly walketh surely: but he that perverteth his ways shall be known.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Use accounting software to ensure accuracy.
- Avoid falsifying digital records or online reviews.
- Protect customer data ethically.
- Use social media to promote truth, not false hype.
Example: A Christian hotel business received a poor online review. Instead of paying for fake positive reviews, they responded humbly, fixed the problem, and many customers admired their honesty.
4. Paying Taxes and Obeying the Law
Many business owners try to avoid taxes through dishonest means, but Scripture is clear.
Romans 13:7 (KJV)
“Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom honour.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- File all business taxes truthfully.
- Avoid underreporting income.
- Respect local laws and regulations — even if others don’t.
Example: A Christian transportation company refused to bribe officials for faster licenses. They faced delays but gained a clean record that later attracted government contracts.
5. Balancing Business Success with Family Responsibility
It is possible to build a business and lose your family in the process. Honoring God means keeping your priorities in order.
1 Timothy 5:8 (KJV)
“But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Set clear work hours and protect family time.
- Avoid constant phone calls and emails during family meals or worship.
- Involve family in prayer over major business decisions.
Example: A Christian CEO blocks out Sundays and weekday evenings for family and church — even during busy seasons. His team respects him, and his children grow up seeing faith lived out, not just preached.
6. Using Your Business as a Ministry Platform
Every business is an opportunity to share Christ — not always through preaching, but through consistent witness.
Matthew 5:16 (KJV)
“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Display Bible verses or encouraging words in your workplace.
- Pray quietly for customers and employees.
- Support Christian causes openly.
- Live so that when opportunities arise, people ask about your faith.
Example: A Christian café plays soft worship music, offers free Bibles at the counter, and has a prayer request box. Many customers feel peace when they enter — some have come to Christ through conversations over coffee.
Honoring God in Every Corner of Business
This part challenges you to:
- Serve customers as Christ 🤝
- Do international business with integrity 🌍
- Use technology with honesty 💻
- Pay taxes and obey the law ⚖
- Balance family and business 🏠
- Use your business as a ministry 🙌
A business that honors God is not defined only by what it avoids but also by how it actively shines His light in every transaction, meeting, and decision.
Audit your business this week — from customer service to tax filing — and ask: “Does this reflect the Kingdom of God?” Where the answer is “no,” make the change immediately. The sooner your business aligns with God’s will, the greater your eternal reward will be.
Building a Lasting Legacy for God’s Glory
1. Thinking Beyond This Quarter — Building for Eternity
Most businesses think in months and years — God calls us to think in eternity.
If you want your business to truly honor God, you must look past temporary profit and consider eternal impact.
Matthew 6:19–21 (KJV)
“Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal:
For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Measure success by souls touched, not just sales made.
- Support Gospel work regularly.
- Use profits for causes that will matter in eternity.
Example: A Christian entrepreneur set a company mission: “To create jobs, bless families, and fund Gospel work worldwide.” This eternal focus shaped every decision.
2. Preparing the Next Generation to Lead God’s Way
A business is not truly honoring to God if it collapses in the next generation due to lack of discipleship.
Psalm 78:4 (KJV)
“We will not hide them from their children, shewing to the generation to come the praises of the LORD, and his strength, and his wonderful works that he hath done.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Train your children and future leaders in both business skills and Biblical values.
- Involve them in prayer and decision-making early.
- Pass on integrity as your highest inheritance.
Example: A family business owner trained his children not only to run the accounts but also to lead Bible studies for employees. The business became known for both excellence and spiritual influence.
3. Standing Firm in Spiritual Warfare at Work
Business is not only economic — it is spiritual. Temptations, dishonesty, division, and discouragement are attacks from the enemy.
Ephesians 6:12 (KJV)
“For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Pray daily for protection over your business.
- Keep God’s Word visible in your workplace.
- Guard against pride, greed, and compromise.
- Have intercessors pray for you and your team.
Example: A Christian logistics company faced repeated false accusations from competitors. The owner organized weekly prayer with Christian employees — eventually, the lies were exposed, and their reputation was restored.
4. Recovering and Rebuilding After Failure
Even God-honoring businesses can face collapse — but Scripture shows God can rebuild.
Micah 7:8 (KJV)
“Rejoice not against me, O mine enemy: when I fall, I shall arise; when I sit in darkness, the LORD shall be a light unto me.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Admit mistakes quickly and seek God’s guidance.
- Rebuild with honesty, not shortcuts.
- Learn from failure without bitterness.
- Share your testimony of God’s restoration.
Example: A Christian café closed after debt problems. The owner worked for two years in another job, repaid debts honestly, and reopened — this time debt-free, with a stronger witness.
5. Practicing Ongoing Accountability
Accountability keeps a business on track spiritually and ethically.
Proverbs 27:17 (KJV)
“Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Have a board or trusted advisors who are godly believers.
- Allow someone to review finances regularly.
- Welcome correction without defensiveness.
Example: A Christian non-profit has an external auditor and a prayer partner team that reviews major decisions — ensuring financial and spiritual integrity.
6. Keeping the Vision of Eternal Reward Alive
God sees every honest transaction, every generous gift, every sacrificial decision you make in business.
Colossians 3:23–24 (KJV)
“And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;
Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.”
🔹 Practical Applications:
- Remind yourself daily: “I am working for Christ.”
- View customers and employees as souls, not numbers.
- Keep eternity in mind when making every choice.
Example: A Christian builder refused a corrupt deal worth millions because it would harm the environment and exploit workers. He lost the contract but said, “I would rather hear ‘Well done, good and faithful servant’ than ‘You made a lot of money.'”
From Part 1 to Part 5, we have learned that honoring God in business means:
- Starting with God’s ownership and daily prayer
- Walking in integrity and excellence
- Treating people as souls first, customers second
- Managing resources with Biblical stewardship
- Thinking eternally, not just quarterly
A God-honoring business is a light in the marketplace — a testimony that Jesus Christ changes not only hearts but also how we work, trade, and lead.
If you’ve read through this series, take one final step — dedicate your business to God in writing today. Make it public if possible. Live and lead in such a way that when people see your work, they glorify your Father in heaven.
Living a God-Honoring Legacy in the Marketplace
1️⃣ The Final Perspective: Business as Kingdom Ministry
By now, you have seen that honoring God in business is not a side activity — it’s the very heartbeat of a Christian entrepreneur’s calling. Your office can be a pulpit. Your products can be a testimony. Your business relationships can be a bridge to the Gospel.
Matthew 5:16 (KJV)
“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”
💡 Practical Truth:
Your customers might never step into a church — but they will “read” your life through your work.
2️⃣ Words of Great Theologians on Work & Faith
Here are some timeless insights from faithful servants of God:
- Martin Luther: “The Christian shoemaker does his duty not by putting little crosses on the shoes, but by making good shoes, because God is interested in good craftsmanship.”
- Charles Spurgeon: “To a man who lives unto God nothing is secular, everything is sacred. He puts on his workday garment, and it is a vestment to him; he sits down to his meal, and it is a sacrament.”
- John Wesley: “Earn all you can, save all you can, give all you can.”
- A.W. Tozer: “It is not what a man does that determines whether his work is sacred or secular, it is why he does it.”
These remind us that God’s glory is revealed when we work with honesty, excellence, and a heart to serve.
3️⃣ The Eternal ROI (Return on Investment)
Business success is temporary; Kingdom impact is eternal.
The greatest “profit” is not money — it is souls saved, lives changed, and God glorified.
Mark 8:36 (KJV)
“For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul?”
Checklist for a God-Honoring Business:
- ✅ Is my business integrity-proof?
- ✅ Are my employees cared for in a Christ-like way?
- ✅ Are my profits used to bless the Kingdom?
- ✅ Am I sharing my faith through my work?
From today:
- Dedicate your business to God in prayer.
- Remove every dishonest practice, no matter how small.
- Treat customers and employees as souls, not transactions.
- Set a goal to fund at least one Gospel project through your business profits this year.
Discussion Questions for Your Readers
- What specific change can you make in your business today to honor God more?
- How can you use your profits for Kingdom purposes?
- Which Bible verse from this series impacted you the most?
The Gospel Message – Salvation First
Friend, the greatest way to honor God is to first surrender your life to Him. You can run a moral business and still miss heaven without Jesus.
Romans 3:23 (KJV)
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.”
Romans 10:9 (KJV)
“That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.”
Pray sincerely:
“Lord Jesus, I know I am a sinner. I believe You died for my sins and rose again. I surrender my life and my business to You. Be my Lord and Saviour. Amen.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Can a Christian business be profitable and still honor God?
A: Yes! Profit is not sinful — greed is. God blesses honest work.
Q2: Should I evangelize openly in my workplace?
A: Share your faith with wisdom, love, and respect (Colossians 4:5–6).
Q3: Is tithing from business income biblical?
A: Absolutely. Proverbs 3:9 teaches to honor God with all increase.
“The LORD bless thee, and keep thee:
The LORD make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee:
The LORD lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace.” — Numbers 6:24–26 (KJV)
May your business be a light in darkness, your dealings a testimony of Christ, and your legacy an eternal investment in souls.