Businesses and Works that a good child of God should not consider

We all know that we must work as Christians. In fact, there is no room for laziness in the word of God. Even our Lord Jesus Christ worked as a carpenter before He kicked off His divine mission on earth. However, it is extremely important for us to choose career paths, jobs and enterprises that are in conformity with Godly principles. Some Christians would opine that whatever is not outrightly condemned in the Bible may be permissible. What I’ll say is, those who live by the spirit are led by the spirit and those who live by flesh are led by their carnal minds and they can never grasp spiritual things.

Rom 8:5-9 For they that are after the flesh do mind the things of the flesh; but they that are after the Spirit the things of the Spirit. 6 For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. 7 Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be. 8 So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God.

Let us also remember that God is interested in all we do and He wants our lives and businesses to display His splendour.
1 Cor 10:31 Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.
Matt 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

1. Brothel – A brothel is a house of prostitution where people pay to have carnal knowledge of harlots. I do not know why anyone who claims to be a Christian would be running or thinking of opening a brothel. You would be leading people to damnation by drawing the soul of men into the pit of hell. You would be shattering homes and promoting promiscuity in the society. You would be encouraging prostitution, fornication and adultery. As a matter of fact, you would be like an executive satanic agent. Running a brothel is a no go area for God’s children.

2. Panderer/love-vendor- A man who solicits customers for prostitutes, acting as their manager and getting paid from part of the prostitute’s earnings. Those who are into this utterly immoral enterprise may be on the devil’s payroll without knowing. If you direct the knowhow used in arranging babes for Aristos (or young bloods for sugar mummies) into a decent endeavour, you will surely blossom. Do not ever think of encouraging or watering sinful relationships if you are truly for Jesus.

3. Selling Cigarette and Gins (Paraga, Sepe etc)- So many commercial vehicle operators have met their untimely death as a result of excessive smoking and drinking. It is unfortunate that many a times they also send a lot of innocent passengers to early graves. As true Christians, the Holy Ghost should be our intoxicant and not some ‘dry or wet gins.’ There is no glory in calling a child of God a smoker. Don’t think of this business if you really love God and your neighbours. There are other businesses you can set up and I pray that the Lord shall direct you if you seek His guidance.


4. Beer Parlour- One of my former church member used to run a beer parlour. So many married men and singles would drink to stupor and remain there at odd hours. Drinking as many as possible bottles is the prayer of the owner. Some would argue that even Jesus turned water to wine and Paul encouraged Timothy to take alcohol for healing out of ignorance of the Word of God. It is pathetic that many who lack the leading of the Holy Spirit are not even willing or ready to submit themselves wholly. No spirit-led child of the most high would think it is the Master’s plan for him/her to become a renowned beer parlour owner. Please don’t go there!

5. Casino/Gamblers- So many lotto and sports betting businesses have inundated this country. I met a young family man about two months ago who spends 80% of his earnings on betting and gambling. After some minutes of discussion, he admitted that he has become addicted and needs urgent help. He would have been able to make good with all the money he has squandered on gambling and betting since he started about 6 years ago. I wonder if a father who neither runs a casino nor gambles would be happy that his child owns a casino or is a gambler.


6. Nightclub- Dancing, drinking, watching strippers and other performers, chatting, lusting, and so on at late night is not the right way to unwind for a child of God. I ask myself if Jesus would ever open a nightclub or honour an invitation to a nightclub. May God have mercy on this generation where everything goes and nothing matters. Detach yourself from the love of the world and its temporary pleasures.

7. Strippers- Many ladies are trooping into this unholy profession as more nightclubs are springing up. This job requires them to dance almost unclad as a form of entertainment to the clubbers. This isn’t the kind of dance David danced. Dancing naked at clubs is immoral, demonic and abominable unto God. Do not aspire to become a striper or allow any circumstance to push you into it if you truly love God and desire to have a place with Him.

8. Agberos- Agbero in Yoruba language means those who call and usher passengers into commercial vehicles, like a bus conductor. However, majority of those we now call Agberos particularly in Lagos Nigeria, are area boys sometimes affiliated to transport unions. They are the set of people I refer to as ‘beggars who don’t beg for money.’ They extort money from commercial bus drivers like twice or more on daily basis. The collection is not meant for community development but for sharing by their leaders which they often use to philander and acquire properties. This is not the kind of job a Christian should be involved in.

9. Prostitutes- You cannot claim to be a true child of God and still be defiling your body which is God’s temple [ 1 Cor 3:16-17: Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you? If any man defile the temple of God, him shall God destroy; for the temple of God is holy, which temple ye are KJV].
It is unfortunate that prostitution is a legal business in many countries. In a nation like ours where it is not constitutionally declared legal, prostitution is neither treated as illegal nor discouraged. There is more to the spiritual implications of prostituting your body than both the moral and the health consequences. A sincere Christian would never consider prostitution as a livelihood.

10. Violent sports- God would definitely not be happy seeing you incapacitate another of His creature by breaking his/her jawbone or ribs and inflicting serious injuries and bruises on him. There are many extremely violent sports such as Wrestling, Boxing, Martial arts etc where the fighters’ sole goal is to wound or injure the opponent to ensure victory. The heavens will not celebrate victories won by physically battering a fellow human being which may lead to hospitalization of either or both combatants and subsequent permanent injuries or death.

I pray that the Lord will give you a clear vision of what He wants you to do or become that would create wealth for you and glorify Him. Amen.

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i don't agree wit u on d issue of violent sport

Noted!!!!! It will interest u to knw that the above bizness listed is most likely to be done by a majority of people.

keandre:
But MOGs dnt reject tithe moneys made from the abovementioned occupations, do they

Good question!

Take one can of Orijin abeg!

I once work as an agbero though not in Lagos, I did so with a sense of civility and maintain my integrity.

Even those who worked in the 'Best' offices also engage on robbery.

keandre:
But MOGs dnt reject tithe moneys made from the abovementioned occupations, do they

Paying your tithe is not the issue here so its not about the man of God who may not know what his tithe payers do for a living. Doing the will of God and glorifying Him in all your endeavours is the nitty-gritty. The men of God would not judge you on the last day, they would also be judged.

bigiyaro:
i don't agree wit u on d issue of violent sport

Are you aware that a Mexican wrestler, Perro Aguayo died recently after receiving a deadly blow from Rey Mysterio on the ring? Many sportmen have died as a result of blows and kicks from their opponents. Now imagine Rey Mysterio as a true child of God. How does he glorify God by accidentally taking the life of Perro?

Rendezvou:
Are you aware that a Mexican wrestler, Perro Aguayo died recently after receiving a deadly blow from Rey Mysterio on the ring? Many sportmen have died as a result of blows and kicks from their opponents. Now imagine Rey Mysterio as a true child of God. How does he glorify God by accidentally taking the life of Perro?

how abt soldiers?

bigiyaro:
how abt soldiers?

A soldier is not a sport man. He fights for the cause of his nation and defends his country's territories, not for trophy or entertainment. Soldiers fight battles and wars against the enemies of the state (not an individual opponent) which are different from violent sports and I believe you know that.

psucc:
I once work as an agbero though not in Lagos, I did so with a sense of civility and maintain my integrity.

Even those who worked in the 'Best' offices also engage on robbery.