You’ve likely heard the old proverb:
“The best time to plant a tree was 10 years ago. The second-best time is today.”

It’s a powerful reminder that growth doesn’t happen by waiting for the perfect moment — it happens when we plant seeds now.

As Christian business owners, it’s easy to get caught overthinking. Maybe you’ve been praying about the next step in your business, waiting to feel completely “ready,” or trying to perfect every little detail before you move.

But here’s the truth: trees don’t grow because we think about them — they grow because we plant them. God can bless and multiply what we faithfully put into the ground, but we must take the step of faith to plant.

Don’t let opportunities pass by while you analyze or wait for perfect conditions. Reach out to a new contact. Start that partnership conversation. Share value with someone who needs what your business provides. Take the simple actions that move your mission forward today.

A year from now, you’ll be grateful you planted more seeds instead of waiting for the “perfect” time that never came.

Plant, water, and trust God for the growth — starting today.