For decades, we’ve believed that charity was the answer to poverty. But what if the very thing we’ve overlooked—business—is God’s tool to break cycles of poverty, restore dignity, and multiply discipleship?

In this episode, we explore how business as mission creates lasting transformation in ways handouts never could. You’ll hear real stories from entrepreneurs across the globe—like Aziza in Kazakhstan, Suryan in Indonesia, and Elijah in Zambia—whose small businesses became platforms for both economic growth and Gospel impact.

We’ll also break down IBAM’s Three Fish Model—Give a Fish, Teach to Fish, Equip for Discipleship—and show why it’s not just sustainable but spiritual.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your giving really makes a difference… or questioned if business can truly be ministry… this episode will shift your perspective.

🔑 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

Why traditional charity often creates dependency instead of dignity.

The biblical truth that work is worship (Col. 3:23 ).

How IBAM’s Three Fish Model multiplies small gifts into eternal impact.

The story of Claire’s flower-and-coffee business that grew into a multi-branch, church-supporting movement in Central Asia.

How Suryan’s business became a lighthouse of discipleship for students in Indonesia.

Why Elijah’s chicken business in Zambia is more than poultry—it’s discipleship in action.

How just $10 a month can fund training, startups, and disciple-making globally.

• 00:00 Business as Mission
• 01:05 Business Over Charity
• 03:03 Three Fish Model
• 03:54 Real Life Stories
• 05:42 Business Impact
• 06:08 Donor & Entrepreneur Roles
• 08:20 Vision & Invitation
• 09:36 How to Join
• 10:22 Conclusion

Learn more about the IBAM mission here - https://www.ibam.org/