Check out what people around the world are saying about My Business, My Mission. Or, to make your own buzz, go to one of the sites at right and leave your feedback about the book.

 

"I believe that Doug Seebeck and Timothy Stoner have tapped into the 'great work' for humans at this time of history: first, that the work of God is increasingly being done by everyday disciples of Jesus; second, that this work will expand as we claim our God-given call into business as ministry in the marketplaces of the world."

– Cheryl Brotje, founder of the Center for Sharing

 

"A growing number of marketplace leaders want their lives to have eternal impact. My Business, My Mission is both an inspiration and a powerful roadmap for how to make it work."

– Lloyd Reeb, author of From Success to Significance and The Second Half: Real Stories, Real Adventures, Real Significance

 

"This book will challenge and change you. If you equate business owners or entrepreneurs with greed and self-interest, you will be surprised. If you are a Christian who believes a wealthy person is incapable of being a disciple of Jesus Christ, you will be enlightened. If you are convinced the rich care nothing for the poor and cannot play a signifiant role in helping overcome world poverty, this book will be a revelation."

– Richard M. DeVos, co-founder of the Amway Corporation, from the Foreword

 

"This book gives me great hope about the future of Africa and that of the world. It powerfully illustrates the sacred trust that God has given businesspeople the world over: to develop and steward his resources, to nurture and sustain creation, to provide freedom from poverty through the creation of jobs and wealth."

– Pastor Oscar Muriu – Nairobi Chapel, Kenya

 

"Business as business we know. And missions as missions we know. But business as missions? From my first meeting with Doug Seebeck, I realized he was on the leading edge of “BAM”—a breathtaking movement of God in the world’s most needy marketplaces. In My Business, My Mission, Doug and his colleague Timothy Stoner have chronicled the amazing stories of pioneers on this emerging frontier. It is a landmark achievement!"

– John D. Beckett, Chairman, The Beckett Companies and Author, Loving Monday and Mastering Monday

 

"This is a transformational book that illustrates the power of the gospel of love. These are stories of modern-day disciples—businesspeople who are living out the ministry of economic, racial, and spiritual reconciliation to show what can happen when people are unleashed to be the body of Christ in the world."

– Dr. John Perkins, Founder of the Christian Community Development Association and the John M. Perkins Foundation for Reconciliation & Development

 

"These stories will inspire, challenge, encourage, and equip you to join God in his amazing work through the 'business as mission' movement"

– Dr. Ken Eldred, Author of God is at Work & Founder of Paracletos@Ventures.com

 

"Be careful picking up this book, not because of its compelling challenge or intriguing stories. Be careful, because it might just get you wondering ‘What if?’ And that might end up getting you engaged in something that will have a huge impact on the lives of others . . . and yourself. This is clearly a dangerous book; put it down while you can!"

– Rick Rusaw, Senior Pastor of Lifebridge Christian Church & author of The Externally Focused Church and Living a Life on Loan

 

"There is obvious need for marketplace missions now, more than ever in a country like India. I sincerely believe this compelling book will inspire not just entrepreneurs but all professionals alike to rise to the challenge of being more "missions-minded" in the marketplace."

– Michael Brian, Founder & Managing Director Expera India Pvt. Ltd

 

"My Business, My Mission tells the stories of men and women who experience business as an outstanding Christian calling and team up with creative, hardworking business builders in poor regions to make a long-term difference by growing human, business, and financial capital. The message that business can be mission will change lives and communities around the world."

– Gaylen J. Byker, President of Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Michigan

 

"In My Business, My Mission Doug Seebeck and Timothy Stoner show us how to be the hands and feet of Jesus to the world. This is a must-read! You will be inspired, impacted, and catapulted to action through the true stories of real people who agreed to partner with those less fortunate to make a radical difference in their lives, in their families, and in the world."

– Phyllis H. Hendry, President & CEO of Lead Like Jesus

 

"As an ordained pastor and businessman, I am pleased to see this inspirational, compelling, and timely work. I strongly encourage pastors and businesspeople to read and reread this book. The partnership of business leaders and churches will transform lives and communities worldwide."

– Rev. Gerard Dykstra, Executive Director of the Christian Reformed Church in North America

 

"While moving for the documentation of witness by successful busi-ness people and developing world entrepreneurs alike, My Business, My Mission also inspires with its portrayal of the unshakeable bond that exists between those who have done well and those who now have hope for better lives."

– Jack Hawkins, Principal, International Volunteer Ventures, LLC (and former Director, Volunteers for Prosperity, US Agency for International Development)

 

"Entrepreneurship is not a lifestyle choice in poor countries—it is a matter of survival. The hunger for skills is vast. One of the central riddles in development is to provide business skills and connect entrepreneurs to networks. Partners Worldwide understands this critical fact and brings to bear the skill, commitment, and resources of entrepreneurs from North America and the global south in a powerful way. My Business, My Mission tells the story of a force to be reckoned with in international development."

– Dan Runde, former Director of the Global Development Alliance Initiative at the US Agency for International Development

 

"Every Christian businessperson should read this book to discover a strategic, biblical means of using their business skills to extend God’s kingdom in the world."

– Bill Hybels, senior pastor of Willow Creek Community Church

 

"Presented against the backdrop of God’s love for the poor and within the context of sensitive, crosscultural relationships, My Business, My Mission inspires and enables women and men with business skills to become agents of reconciliation who provide good news to the poor in Jesus' name."

– Lynne Hybels, Advocate for Global Engagement, Willow Creek Community Church

 

"“Doug Seebeck and Timothy Stoner have done a masterful job of documenting stories of transformation as crosscultural partnerships are formed and businesspeople understand that they are anointed to use their business skills and talents to glorify God and extend his kingdom. These individuals and groups are pioneering the effort to help eliminate systemic poverty and restore to those in need the hope and dignity most of us take for granted. This is a challenging and inspirational book. Read it from cover to cover!"

– Ed Silvoso, author of Transformation and Anointed for Business