“Jesus intentionally recruited marketplace people who were not members of the religious establishment because His object was to create a new social vehicle – the Church, a movement that was meant to be the counterculture, rather than a subculture.”

²⁷ Living within you is the Christ who floods you with the expectation of glory! This mystery of Christ, embedded within us, becomes a heavenly treasure chest of hope filled with the riches of glory for his people, and God wants everyone to know it! ^28–29 Christ is our message! We preach to awaken hearts and bring every person into the full understanding of truth. It has become my inspiration and passion in ministry to labor with a tireless intensity, with his power flowing through me, to present to every believer the revelation of being his perfect one in Jesus Christ. Colossians 1:27-29 The Passion Translation (TPT)

⁸ We cared so much for you that we were pleased to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own lives, because you had become dear to us. 1 Thessalonians 2:8 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)

“Christian in the marketplace, unsure of your role, listen to the Holy Spirit now.”

“Remember, He who began the good work in you will complete it. He always does.”

“When the natural ability to identify the bottom line and to troubleshoot are framed by personal good reputation, faith and wisdom, as was the case of the Seven in Acts, the word of the Lord spreads and the number of disciples increases (See Acts 6:7).”

¹⁹ Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, ²⁰ teaching them to observe everything I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)

³⁷ Jesus answered him, “‘Love the Lord your God with every passion of your heart, with all the energy of your being, and with every thought that is within you. ³⁸ This is the great and supreme commandment. ³⁹ And the second is like it in importance: ‘You must love your friend in the same way you love yourself.’ Matthew 22:37-39 The Passion Translation (TPT)

5 Everyone in the church loved this idea. So they chose seven men. One of them was Stephen, who was known as a man full of faith and overflowing with the Holy Spirit. Along with him they chose ... 6 All seven stood before the apostles, who laid their hands on them and prayed for them, commissioning them to this ministry. 7 God’s word reigned supreme[e] and kept spreading. The number of Jesus’ followers in Jerusalem quickly grew and increased by the day. Even a great number of Jewish priests became believers and were obedient to the faith! Acts 6:5-7 The Passion Translation (TPT)

“Do not let your occupation block your destiny, instead, allow your destiny to shape your business by turning it into your ministry.”

“It is not just how profit is made that is important but also the purpose for making a profit.”

“No one appreciates the need for the healing of the land more than people in the marketplace.”

³³ “I haven’t been after your money or any of your possessions. ³⁴ You all know that I’ve worked with my hands to meet my own needs and the needs of those who’ve served with me. ³⁵ I’ve left you an example of how you should serve and take care of those who are weak. For we must always cherish the words of our Lord Jesus, who taught, ‘Giving brings a far greater blessing than receiving.’” Acts 20:33-35 The Passion Translation (TPT)

⁹ Honor the Lord with your possessions and with the first produce of your entire harvest; ¹⁰ then your barns will be completely filled, and your vats will overflow with new wine. Proverbs 3:9-10 Holman Christian Standard Bible (HCSB)

¹⁴ if my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their land. 2 Chronicles 7:14 New International Version (NIV)

"The Art Challenges the Technology, and the Technology Inspires the Art."

"Technology is always a two-edge sword. It will bring in many benefits, but also many disasters."

"Life was much easier when Apple and Blackberry were just fruits; and Raspberry Pi(e) was actually a pie."

"Technology is best when it brings people together."

"The best sign of a healthy relationship, is no sign of it on Facebook."

"Every once in a while, a new technology, an old problem and a big idea, turn into an innovation."

10 God has given me unique gifts as a skilled master builder who lays a good foundation. Afterward another craftsman comes and builds on it. So builders beware! Let every builder do his work carefully, according to God’s standards. 1 Corinthians 3:10 The Passion Translation (TPT)