104 | Praying is Not a Marketing Strategy (But Here's What Is)

Key Takeaways:

🙏 1. Prayer Is Foundation, Not Substitution

Prayer connects you to God, but it doesn’t replace action.

James 2:17 — “Faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.”

Business requires you to move your feet while God directs your steps.

⚡ 2. Why “I’m Just Waiting on God” Is Actually Fear in Disguise

Many Christian entrepreneurs use “waiting on the Lord” as spiritual-sounding procrastination.

Fear of rejection, failure, or being seen often hides behind holy language.

The truth: God already gave you permission to move. You don’t need another “sign.”

📣 3. What to Do Instead: Prayer + Practical Marketing

Pray for wisdom, clarity, and courage — then act.

Marketing is simply making it easy for people to find the solution God gave you to offer.

Basics every Christian entrepreneur needs:

🧭 4. The Biblical Balance: Dependence + Diligence

Proverbs 16:3 — “Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established.”

Notice it doesn’t say commit your intentions or dreams — but your work.

God’s favor flows through your faith-filled actions.

🙌 Let’s Take Action:

Audit Your Prayers vs. Your Actions
- Look at your journal or prayer list. How many things are you asking God to do… that He already asked you to do?
Choose One Marketing Action Today
- Send that email. Post that offer. Message that potential client. Move.
Pair It with Prayer
- Before you take action, pray: “Lord, bless this step. Use it for Your glory. Align my words with who You want me to reach.”
Repeat Daily
- Prayer + Action + Consistency = Momentum.