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Coming Events

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Faith-Base Business Center

Do you know of a Christian Business Networking Group in your area?
Send us the info so we can promote it for you. Use our Place an Ad form to get your info listed on our website at no charge.

Home Based Business Tips

Top 10 Ideas To Get Your Retail Business Ready For The Fall Holiday Season

1. Plan Your Inventory Early: Ensure you have enough stock of popular items and seasonal products. Consider past sales data to predict demand.
2. Decorate Your Store: Create a festive atmosphere with fall-themed decorations. Think pumpkins, autumn leaves, and warm colors to attract customers. For Thanksgiving and Christmas, consider using spiritual themes and signage that focus on your faith values.
3. Launch Seasonal Promotions: Offer special discounts, bundles, or limited-time offers to entice shoppers. Highlight these promotions in-store and online. Don’t forget to encourage people to keep “Christ in Christmas”.
4. Update Your Website: Make sure your e-commerce site is ready for increased traffic. Update it with fall-themed graphics and ensure it’s mobile-friendly.
5. Create Holiday Gift Guides: Help customers find the perfect gifts by curating gift guides. Categorize them by price, recipient, or theme.
6. Host In-Store Events: Organize events like Angel Trees, product demonstrations, faith-based entertainment, workshops, or holiday-themed parties to engage customers and drive foot traffic.
7. Expand Marketing Channels: Utilize social media, email marketing, and local advertising to reach a broader audience. Highlight your seasonal offerings and events. Start or grow an email newsletter about your business.
8. Train Your Staff: Ensure your team is prepared for the holiday rush. Provide training on customer service, product knowledge, and handling increased sales volume.
9. Offer Gift Wrapping Services: Provide complimentary or low-cost gift wrapping to add value for your customers and make their shopping experience more convenient. Include traditional and faith themed wrapping paper.
10. Prepare for Returns: Have a clear and customer-friendly return policy in place. Train your staff to handle returns efficiently to maintain customer satisfaction.

These strategies can help you create a welcoming and festive shopping experience that encourages customers to choose your store for their holiday needs.

If you have a faith-based home business and would like to submit it for consideration for being showcased in our new business section, email your name, business name, website, email address, and a photo or logo to christianclassifieds@gmail.com 

Tennessee Christian Chamber of Commerce

Christians in business or Christian business owners are invited to the monthly Tennessee Christian Chamber of Commerce luncheon held the last Tuesday of each month. To register for the next luncheon, please go to the chamber’s website at www.TNChristianChamber.org.

If you are interested in joining the TN Christian Chamber of Commerce with access to all of its benefits and great Christian fellowship, you can get full information on the website above.

Christian Living

Steps to a Better Prayer Life

Establishing a consistent prayer life involves intentional steps. Here’s a concise guide to help you cultivate a meaningful practice:

1. Set a Time and Place: Designate a specific time and quiet place for prayer. Consistency is key, so choose a time that aligns with your daily routine.

2. Start Small: Begin with short prayers. It’s better to pray briefly but consistently than to feel overwhelmed. Gradually extend your prayer time as it becomes a habit.

3. Express Gratitude: Begin your prayers by thanking God for blessings, both big and small. Gratitude sets a positive tone for your conversation with the Divine.

4. Adoration and Praise: Spend time praising God for His character, love, and majesty. Reflect on His greatness and goodness.

5. Confession: Acknowledge your shortcomings and seek forgiveness. Confession opens your heart to God’s grace.

6. Intercession: Pray for others—family, friends, and global needs. Lift up their concerns and needs.

7. Personal Requests: Share your desires, hopes, and struggles with God. Be honest and vulnerable.

8. Listen: Prayer isn’t just talking; it’s also listening. Be still and open to God’s guidance and comfort.

9. Use Scripture: Incorporate Bible verses into your prayers. God’s Word provides wisdom and inspiration.

10. Persist: Even when you don’t feel like praying, continue. Consistency builds a strong spiritual foundation.

Remember, a regular prayer life is about relationship, not ritual. Cultivate intimacy with God through consistent communication and openness.

7 Habits of Successful Christians: Lessons from Life’s Journey

Today, I want to share with you something that has been close to my heart for a long time – the habits that successful Christians often practice in their daily lives. Now, let’s start by saying that success, in the context of Christianity, is not necessarily about wealth, fame, or power. Instead, it’s about living a life that aligns with your faith, brings you fulfillment, and positively impacts others. I’ve observed these habits in the lives of many successful Christians I admire. So, let’s dive into these seven habits that can help you live a more meaningful and spiritually prosperous life.

Daily Devotion and Prayer: Successful Christians understand the importance of starting their day with prayer and devotion. This habit helps you center yourself, seek guidance, and connect with God. It’s a time to reflect on your blessings, share your concerns, and set your intentions for the day ahead. This habit brings peace and clarity to my mind, helping me navigate life’s challenges more effectively.

Bible Study: Reading and studying the Bible is a cornerstone of the Christian faith. Successful Christians make it a habit to delve into the scriptures regularly, seeking wisdom, guidance, and inspiration. It’s like having a roadmap for life, full of timeless lessons and principles. Many, many people throughout the ages discovered profound insights and answers to life’s questions through diligent Bible study.

Acts of Kindness: A successful Christian understands the significance of living out their faith through acts of kindness and love. It’s not just about attending church services; it’s about being the hands and feet of Christ in your community. Whether it’s volunteering, helping a neighbor in need, or simply offering a word of encouragement, these acts of kindness have a ripple effect, making the world a better place.

Forgiveness: Forgiveness is a fundamental Christian principle. Successful Christians practice forgiveness not only because it’s a commandment but also because it brings inner healing and freedom. Holding onto grudges and bitterness only weighs us down. Personally, I’ve experienced the transformative power of forgiveness, both in my relationship with God and with others.

Fellowship and Community: Being part of a supportive Christian community is vital for spiritual growth and success. It provides a place for worship, learning, and fellowship with like-minded individuals who share your faith journey. Building strong relationships within your church or community can provide a network of support during difficult times and celebrate your victories alongside you.

Stewardship: Successful Christians recognize that everything they have is a gift from God, and they are responsible for being good stewards of those blessings. This includes managing their finances wisely, caring for the environment, and using their talents to serve others. It’s about living a life of purpose and making a positive impact on the world.

Perseverance and Trust: Life is filled with challenges, but successful Christians understand the importance of perseverance and trust in God’s plan. When faced with adversity, they don’t lose faith but rely on their trust in God’s sovereignty. This unwavering faith helps them navigate life’s ups and downs with grace and resilience.

In conclusion, these seven habits of successful Christians have been instrumental in shaping my own faith journey. They have helped me grow spiritually, find purpose, and experience a deeper connection with God. While the road to success in Christianity may look different for each person, these habits provide a solid foundation for anyone seeking to live a life that reflects their faith. Remember, it’s not about being perfect but about striving to become a better person in Christ. So, take these habits to heart and embark on your own journey of success as a Christian. May your faith guide you, and may you be a blessing to others along the way.

About the Christian Classifieds

Do you need to hire dependable, ethical, quality employees?

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Do you want to promote your events and activities to the Christian community?

Do you want to find roommates who share your Christian values and interests?

You can do all of this and more through The Christian Classifieds newsletter and Internet web site. We specialize in providing a diversified network designed to bring together Christian consumers, Christian owned businesses/organizations, area ministries/churches and businesses who appreciate the quality of the Christian work ethic.

The Christian Classifieds has developed a large and very faithful readership during the fourteen years we have been publishing our newsletter. The publication is so popular that many times we hear of people calling churches and retail outlets to find out when the next issue will be available. Even with all our popularity, we are constantly developing new distribution channels to get your advertising into the hands of new readers in order to provide you a quality, productive response.

Our customers consist of many individuals and businesses that use The Christian Classifieds over and over again, as well as new advertisers using our service for the first time. Much to our satisfaction, a good percentage of our advertisers actually come to us as a result of a “word of mouth” recommendation from satisfied customers.

We invite you to look over our services and consider how The Christian Classifieds can help you meet your advertising objectives.