Christian Entrepreneurship Lessons from Paul’s Tentmaking Ministry

The Apostle Paul is widely known for his powerful preaching and tireless missionary journeys, but he was also a man who understood the value of work. As a tentmaker by trade (Acts 18:1–4), Paul supported himself while planting churches, discipling new believers, and spreading the Gospel across cultural and economic lines.

This model of bi-vocational ministry isn’t just an ancient footnote—it’s a powerful blueprint for modern Christian entrepreneurship.

At The Acts in Action Tours, we explore Paul’s entrepreneurial spirit and theological insight through on-site learning experiences in places like Corinth and Thessaloniki. These cities were not just religious centers, but bustling commercial hubs—perfect settings for students to explore how business and mission can work hand in hand.

Christian entrepreneurship is about more than starting a business—it’s about serving people, stewarding resources, and advancing the Kingdom through creativity, excellence, and Gospel witness.

Through our Christian educational tours, students meet with modern-day Christian entrepreneurs, participate in workshops on faith and business, and reflect on how their own vocational calling can become a platform for ministry.

Paul’s life reminds us that work is worship, and entrepreneurship can be mission. Today’s students—especially those in ministry, business, or leadership tracks—need to see that there is no divide between sacred and secular when your life is surrendered to Christ.