Christians won’t hesitate to applaud an NFL star who gives his testimony about how Christ changed his life forever. We won’t think twice when we are shown a video clip of him knocking an opponent silly on the field. We know football is a contact sport, so we accept it.
This book is written to teach Christian entrepreneurs and managers that business is a contact sport. Most business minded believers know they are charged to help fund the gospel and to work toward a wealth transfer in the last days (Prov. 13:22). Why do you think Jesus said we should be “wise as serpents and harmless as doves”? (Matt: 10:16). Managing people and making a profit while keeping our priorities of God, family and leaving a heritage is not an easy task. Yet, that is our calling.
I hope when you have finished this book along with daily prayer, you have learned how to use Godly Wisdom, how to constantly walk in faith, how to understand the law of giving, and most of all, learn how to walk in Love while playing hardball. That is the challenge.
About the Author
Jack Bailey is president of Bailey Business Consultants. He has
learned the ups and downs of starting business ventures from the
ground up. He has seen many of his business ventures grow to
unusual heights and has gained knowledge through the pains of
watching some of them walk through serious downturns.
His gains and losses in business has given him a special insight
into what it takes for an entrepreneur or officer of any corporation
to look at facts and wisely decide which road to take. His intense love for business and his ability to teach others the benefits of his experiences have made him a sought after advisor and public speaker. He has learned through the years how to apply biblical principles to everyday problems and create a winning environment in business. This is his first book.
Jack Bailey
Bailey Business Consultants, Inc.
2637 NC Hwy 87 South
Graham, NC 27253
“Jack Bailey has done a masterful job of bringing to our attention the humbling, challenging and inspiring steps a Christian business leader often faces. His lifetime of experience is well worth reading for leaders in all fields.“
R.C. “Dick” Hudson, President/CEO Hudson Building Supply Co., Virginia Beach, VA.
“I have known Jack Bailey for several years and I not only value his financial insight and wisdom professionally, but I have gleaned much from Jack personally. He has served on the board of directors and is currently the head of the pastoral compensation committee as well as chief financial counselor here at Word of Life Family Church. Jack possesses a wealth of business knowledge and practical sense from a biblical perspective. Wise As Serpents can provide wisdom that will be the catalyst for a successful, thriving business. This book is a must read for any entrepreneur who wants to maintain a successful business venture.”
Rich Fennell, Pastor, Word of Life Family Church, Burlington, NC
“This book is a powerful practical guide through the murky waters of how a Christian can successfully fulfill the Bible’s command to be in the world, but not of it. Jack’s clear use of Scripture, its application to business problems and their answers make this book a tool that should be offered in every church bookstore or book table. The summaries and questions at the end of each chapter make this book an ideal manual for small groups. Jack also has made the differences between ministries and business so clear that it will remove all confusion and guilt. He is highly transparent using his experiences; as well as others, to illustrate each of his principles.”
Dr. Lynn Lucas, Pastor, Fountainhead Congregation, East Northport, NY, Nationwide Teacher and Convention Speaker.
