Mountain Top Life Daily Devotional 23 June 2026 By Dr. D.K. Olukoya – Pitfalls To Avoid In Partnering In Business
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TOPIC: Pitfalls To Avoid In Partnering In Business (Mountain Of Fire and Miracle Ministries, MFM Devotional 23 June 2026)
BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Psalm 42, Psalm 43, Psalm 44, 1 Corinthians 4, 1 Corinthians 5
FIRE SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 (KJV)
14 Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness?
15 And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel?
16 And what agreement hath the temple of God with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people.
17 Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you.
18 And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty.
MEMORY VERSE: Through wisdom is an house builded; and by understanding it is established: – Proverbs 24:3 (KJV)
MOTIVATIONAL QUOTES: Lean not on your understanding. Let God lead you.
PRAISE AND WORSHIP: Take praise and worship songs as led by the Holy Spirit.
PROPHETIC WORD FOR TODAY: Receive the spirit of discernment, in the Name of Jesus.
MFM Devotional For Today 2026 MESSAGE:
Business partnership can be a powerful tool for growth and impact, especially when both parties are Christians. However, even among believers, partnerships must be entered into prayerfully and wisely. The Bible offers principles to help us avoid the common pitfalls that can cause problems in our business partnership. 2 Corinthians 6:14 says, “Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? And what communion hath light with darkness?” So one major pitfall is an unequally yoked partnership. When you go into a business partnership with someone you do not share the same spiritual values with, it can lead to a compromise of your faith and integrity. You may end up doing things which are against your Christian beliefs. Also, ignoring prayer and discernment is dangerous. You do not rush into partnerships without seeking God’s guidance (Proverbs 3:5-6). Just because a partnership looks good on paper does not mean it is God’s best for you. Take time to pray, fast, and seek wise counsel before making any commitments.
Another pitfall is a lack of clear agreement and boundaries. When you fail to define roles, responsibilities, expectations, and financial arrangements clearly, there will be disagreement and confusion. This is important because ambiguity can lead to misunderstanding, resentment, or legal issues. Clear written agreements honour both parties and protect the business relationship.
Making financial gain the central focus rather than honouring God is another pitfall to avoid in partnering in business. It means you are placing making profit above honouring God, forgetting that Matthew 6:33 says we should seek first the Kingdom of God, and every other thing shall be added unto us. Do not misplace your priority because you want to maximise profit.
PRAYER POINTS:
MORNING
- My Father, give me the spirit of discernment in my choice of business partners, in the Name of Jesus.
- O Lord, lead me in the way that I should go, in the Name of Jesus.
- O Lord, do not allow me to walk in the evil way, in the Name of Jesus.
EVENING
- I shall not be disappointed in my business, in the Name of Jesus.
- My business shall not fail, in the Name of Jesus.
- Any power hindering me from going to my next level, die, in the Name of Jesus.
- I shall make it, whether the devil likes it or not, in the Name of Jesus.
MOUNTAIN TOP LIFE is a daily devotional by Dr. D.K Olukoya (General Overseer, Mountain of Fire and Miracle Ministries, Worldwide)
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