We offer a store for four main reasons. The first is that there are products that need to get into the hands of those who need them to help equip them. We, ourselves, are regular consumers of such products to help us in our spiritual growth.
The second reason is to allow an outlet for the artisans who carry a gift of God for writing, music, teaching, painting, sculpting, jewelry- making, design and so much more. Their gifts have been given over to the world long enough, and it is time we use them for the glory of God who is the Giver of every good and perfect gift.
The third reason is that items are being produced all over the world by people who curse God, worship other gods and otherwise disregard our holy Lord. In so doing, they perpetuate their evil by shipping these goods into the homes and workplaces of people – Christian and non-Christian alike. Why shouldn’t Christians rise up and be a light to the world? Why shouldn’t we send items into homes and workplaces that will bring blessing upon the people? Instead of curses, let us perpetrate blessing. Items that are made for the glory of God and are prayed over should be more populous in the world than those made for other purposes. After all, all of creation speaks of the glory of God. So, let’s begin in whatever way we can to bring “God’s stuff” into the marketplace.
These products also help support the work of the gospel around the world by those who have created them as well as those who help to market and distribute them. The minimal profit margin makes it possible for the work to continue.
So, to quote a popular advertising jingle, “Buy with confidence.” It’s not your money we want; it’s the growth of the Kingdom.as well.
