Why Christian Business Owners Feel Like Impostors — And How to Fix It

From the Desk of a King-Priest

Hey there,

I'm Greg Ryan, and I need to tell you something that might change how you see yourself as a business owner forever.

For years, I felt like a "second-class Christian." Sure, I was successful in real estate for 35+ years, but deep down, I believed pastors and missionaries were somehow more valuable to God than we business folks.

Sound familiar?

Then I discovered something in Scripture that completely shattered that lie. And it has everything to do with a mysterious biblical figure named Melchizedek.

The Melchizedek Revelation

Who Was Melchizedek?

In Genesis 14, we meet this fascinating character - Melchizedek, King of Salem. Here's what's incredible: he was BOTH a king AND a priest. Not one or the other. Both. Simultaneously.

Sound like anyone else we know? 

Jesus is called "a priest forever after the order of Melchizedek" (Hebrews 7:17). But here's the kicker - so are we.

1 Peter 2:9 says we are "a royal priesthood."

Revelation 1:6 says He "made us kings and priests."

We're not second-class Christians. We're Melchizedeks - called to operate with BOTH royal authority AND priestly service in the marketplace.

The King Side: You have the authority to make decisions, lead teams, create value, and build wealth.

The Priest Side: You serve others, intercede through your work, and represent God's character in business.

This isn't about choosing between profit and purpose. It's about understanding that God designed you to do BOTH.

Scripture Spotlight

For years, I thought this was just about being faithful. But the Greek word for "business" is "pragmateuomai" - it means to be engaged in business, to trade, to work for gain.

Jesus isn't just telling us to "occupy" until He returns. He's commanding us to actively DO BUSINESS. To create value. To generate profit. To use our royal authority AND priestly calling in the marketplace.

That's the Melchizedek Model in action.

Marketplace Ambassador Report

I'll be honest - I'm expanding my mission. After 35+ years in real estate, I'm building something that's been burning in my heart: helping Christian business owners embrace AI tools without compromising their faith.

Real estate remains my profession (and I'm still here for you if you need me), but anyone who has worked with me knows that I've always had a passion for helping others succeed in business while staying true to biblical principles.

My family commitments have shaped this new direction, and frankly, this work energizes me like nothing else. It combines two things I'm deeply passionate about: helping people succeed and the Word of God.

Why am I sharing this journey with you? Because I want you to see that even experienced business owners wrestle with identity questions. Even kings and priests sometimes forget who they're called to be.

But here's what I'm discovering: When you operate from your true identity as both king AND priest - like Melchizedek in Scripture - everything changes. You stop apologizing for success. You stop feeling guilty about profit. You start seeing your business as a ministry.

Here's the thing most Christian business owners don't realize about AI...

You're probably leaving 10-15 hours per week on the table—hours you could spend with family, in prayer, or growing your business.

I've built two simple calculators that will shock you: • The Time Recovery Calculator - Shows exactly how many hours AI can give you back each week • The Revenue Impact Calculator - Reveals the hidden profit potential you're missing.

Fair warning: Once you see these numbers, you can't unsee them.

Ready to find out what you're missing?
👉 The Melchizedek Model Folder

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### Battle Report: Overcoming the Accuser

Here's what the enemy doesn't want you to know: Your business success isn't separate from your spiritual calling - it IS your spiritual calling.

Revelation 12:11 says we overcome "by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of our testimony." Your business success? That's part of your testimony. Your ability to create jobs, serve customers, and generate wealth? That's you operating as a king-priest.

The accuser wants you to feel guilty about profit. He wants you to believe business is "less spiritual" than ministry. But that's a lie designed to keep kings and priests from taking their rightful place in the marketplace.

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### What's Coming Next

Over the coming weeks, I'm going to show you:

- How to hear God's voice in business decisions

- Practical ways to use AI while keeping your faith first

- Real strategies for overcoming impostor syndrome

- The biblical foundation for wealth creation

- How to build a business that advances God's kingdom

This isn't theory. I'm building my business in real-time and sharing every lesson, every victory, and every challenge along the way.

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### Your Next Step

If this resonates with you - if you're tired of feeling like a second-class Christian because you're in business instead of "ministry" - then you're exactly who I'm writing for.

I'm also offering free 15-minute strategy calls for fellow kings and priests who want to discuss specific business challenges. No pitch, no pressure. Just one Melchizedek helping another figure out the next step.

And if you want to dive deeper into how faith and AI work together, grab a copy of my book "I AM > AI

Remember: You're not just a business owner. You're a king and priest called to the marketplace. It's time to start acting like it.

Stay bold,
Greg Ryan
12:11 Business | Author of I AM > AI

P.S. - Hit reply and tell me: What's one area where you've felt "less spiritual" because you're in business? I read every response and often feature reader questions in future issues.