Anchored in Faith: Building a Business That Reflects the Heart of Christ
Olalah Njenga
In the fast-paced world of entrepreneurship, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. Yet some leaders remind us that business can be more than profit—it can be purpose-filled, faith-led, and anchored in eternal hope. One of those leaders is Olalah Njenga.
Olalah is a nationally recognized strategist, advocate, and thought leader representing the interests of the small business economy. Known as “the visionary’s visioneer,” she has an unmatched talent for transforming ambitious ideas into incredible outcomes. As CEO and Chief Strategist of YellowWood Group, which she founded in 2003, Olalah has guided leaders across four continents and fifteen industries, empowering them to shape their ideas into powerful, strategic advantages.
But what sets Olalah apart even more is her unwavering faith in Jesus Christ—a faith that doesn’t just influence her work; it defines it.
On a recent episode of the Anchoring Hope podcast, host David Mansilla welcomed Olalah for a Spirit-led conversation about the intersection of faith and entrepreneurship. What followed was a testimony of grace, grit, and God’s glory in the business world.
Faith is the Strategy
Olalah, the CEO and chief strategist of her own consulting firm, humbly described her work as helping visionary leaders turn big, bold ideas into strategic impact. But what sets her apart is the lens through which she operates: the Word of God.
“So many people ask me what strategy I use,” she said, “but the truth is, I lean into the Bible. It's my instruction manual for life and business. God doesn’t separate how you make a living from how you treat people. It’s all one journey to Him.”
Amen.
David echoed this truth, recalling how he spent years chasing business success, only to find that everything he truly needed—wisdom, investment principles, and leadership guidance—was already written in Scripture. Proverbs. Ecclesiastes. The parable of the talents. The knowledge was there all along. They both agreed: faith isn’t a footnote in business—it is the foundation.
God in the Mess
Running a business is messy. It’s uncertain. It's stretching. And that’s why Olalah’s insight was so powerful: "If you don’t let God into the mess, you won’t see His mercy."
Many Christian entrepreneurs compartmentalize their faith, assuming God belongs in church but not in boardrooms. But Olalah challenges that. To her, business is a ministry. Every client conversation is an opportunity to reflect Christ, to share wisdom, and to sow seeds of encouragement—even when it's done quietly.
"I'm not the loud, tambourine-shaking type,” she said with a smile. “But I do my part, one business leader at a time, to advance the kingdom of God."
Suffering That Has Meaning
As believers, we don’t escape suffering—we endure it with purpose. Olalah and David both shared how challenges in business brought them to deeper places of surrender and growth.
“Christ suffered. Paul suffered. Moses suffered. So why wouldn’t we?” Olalah asked.
David shared a raw testimony of how fear and pride once pulled him away from God, only for the Lord to graciously draw him back in love. And now? He’s using his business not just to make a living, but to fund kingdom initiatives—like supporting a Christian school in Guatemala.
This isn't prosperity gospel. This is kingdom economy. It's about building wealth not for status, but for service. To invest in people. To reach souls. To feed the hungry. To educate the next generation of believers.
Marketplace Missionaries
We often forget this, but entrepreneurs are missionaries too. We are called to carry Christ into boardrooms, Slack channels, and Zoom meetings. Like Olalah said, “You can’t be a Sunday Christian. If you’re not Christ-like in business, then where are you showing up as His disciple?”
How you treat your employees. How you respond to crisis. How you speak to strangers. It all matters. People are watching. And your fruit will always testify louder than your voice.
Olalah’s prayer is that every client, every person who crosses her path, leaves a little more encouraged and a little closer to God. And friends, isn’t that what Jesus would do?
Stay Encouraged: A Final Word
If Olalah had a billboard on the busiest highway in the world, it would read: “Stay Encouraged.”
Because time is short. Life is long. And the enemy is never at a loss for trying to discourage God’s people. But we are not without hope. Joshua 1:9 reminds us: “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid… for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
So wherever God has planted you—whether in a business suit or a service role—stay encouraged. Keep your eyes on the Kingdom. Let your business be your ministry. And trust that when you put God first, He will make a way.
Written by Jovilyn Dela Cruz
“If you don’t let God into the mess, you won’t see His mercy.”
