Family Business Prospering In Pandemic
I used to be a very passionate Christian. However, all that changed after I graduated from university and took over my family business more than 10 years ago.
The industry we are in is very competitive and highly regulated. Our company was struggling, and we were in debt. My family had to sell away properties, and I had no savings after slogging for 10 years. I got bitter towards my family, especially when I compared myself with my friends.
Some years back, a close Christian colleague, who attends New Creation Church, gave me Pastor Prince's book "The Prayer of Protection". However, I never touched the book. Then, one day I felt a tugging on my heart to read it. I also started listening to Pastor Prince's sermons, which changed my perspective of God and my life. I began to see Him moving in my family business and family life. I felt God telling me that He would restore the years I have lost—my finances, time, relationships, and health.
Though things were still challenging, I felt the Lord telling me that I may walk through the fire, but I will not be harmed. I also started reading the book "Live The Let-Go Life" by Pastor Prince. Little did I know that the pandemic would hit and have a big impact on our business. I remember listening to a sermon where Pastor Prince prayed and encouraged the people to be still and know He is God. He also mentioned that God's favour would cause good things to happen to us in an instant.
I held on to this prayer and the sharing in the "Live The Let-Go Life" book by Pastor Prince. I also started to tune in to New Creation Church's online services. In January 2022, Pastor Prince shared that it was The Year Of Rest And Acceleration. I felt that God was speaking to me, as the message tied in with living a let-go life. Hence, I decided to live every day resting in Him and not using my efforts.
During the pandemic, there were many businesses which wound up. However, God saw us through the fire, and we were not harmed. Not only did God sustain our business through government grants, but we also had business partners knocking on our doors.
At the end of 2022, our revenue and cash flow were even more than in pre-pandemic times. I even managed to bring in some side income for myself! Things happened so quickly in the year that I'm amazed. I see blessings all around me and sweet wine pouring off our mountains and hills. Thank You, Jesus. Thank you, Pastor Prince and the New Creation Church team, for sharing the gospel of grace and always pointing us to Jesus.





