5 Reasons
A Young Living distributorship is a great Business as Mission opportunity because:
- It requires no investment, and all the training & support is free
- You can start immediately
- You decide how much or how little time you spend on it
- It will help you grow your network to support your ministry
- An international distribution network is already in place
So, with that, let’s dig a little deeper into this opportunity.
Introduction to Business as Mission
People have a variety of views on what “Business as Mission” (BAM) really means. But, while there are many different perspectives on this, there are common principles that most people involved do agree on. Michael Baer, entrepreneur, author and BAM expert cited these four principles in his book Business as Mission (YWAM Publishing, 2006):
Business in the kingdom is…
- Vocational – it is a high and holy calling from God on the same level as all other callings including “ministry”
- Intentional – it is deliberately connected to God’s ultimate purpose in the world
- Relational – it is a web of people entrusted to us by God to serve, love and develop
- Operational – it is business and needs to be managed in a way that glorifies God and creates a profit, i.e. financial, social and spiritual Impact (a.k.a. the “triple bottom line”)
BAM Global Think Tank offers the following definition…
Business as Mission is:
- Profitable and sustainable businesses;
- Intentional about Kingdom of God purpose and impact on people and nations;
- Focused on holistic transformation and the multiple bottom lines of economic, social, environmental and spiritual outcomes;
- Concerned about the world’s poorest and least evangelized peoples.
More on the 5 Reasons…
GEO is definitely missions minded. And, a portion of all profits from our Young Living Essential Oil Distribution business goes to support missionaries around the world. We have seen how challenging it can be to raise support to be an overseas missionary. And, how hard it is when that support erodes while you’re on the field. It is also very clear to us just how hard it is to develop a network of people on the field. We believe that becoming a Young Living distributor can provide additional income for missionaries to fill gaps in support. It can also provide missionaries with a Business as Mission opportunity that will help them rapidly expand their ministry network in country.
We are so convinced of this, that we are sponsoring distributor memberships for any missionaries seeking to expand their ministry this way. GEO will pay for your Young Living distributor membership and provide a Premium Starter Kit free of charge. Training and support are also provided at no cost. There is no obligation to buy any further products and no quotas to meet. So, if you get the kit and don’t feel it is going to help you and your ministry, then you can just keep it free of charge.
Once you have your kit, we believe that you’ll find many benefits. The essential oils are awesome tools for supporting a healthy lifestyle.
Integrating it with the Bible
As you share about their benefits and uses, you will quickly grow your network. This then leads to opportunities for spiritual discussions. You can share about how these plant oils have be used for centuries to promote good health. Then, you can easily integrate how they are regularly referred to in the Bible into those conversations. GEO has great resources to lead groups in studies tied to oils of the Bible and using to them to teach biblical principles.
Relationships are the Key
Network marketing strategy is based on growing relationships. And, relationships are key to success in spreading the gospel through a Business as Missions endeavor.
Contact Us
If your interested in learning more, or would like to discuss applying for your free membership and kit, please contact us at GEO. We look forward to talking to you and learning more about the ministry you’d like to grow.
