Is it Okay to Be Unequally Yoked in Business? with Ron Blue

Nov 17, 2025

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When Ron Blue joins us, it’s always a masterclass in biblical wisdom. He’s co-founder of Kingdom Advisors, a best-selling author, and a trusted mentor to many. Ron has spent decades helping believers apply God’s principles to every area of life and business.

Today, Ron unpacks what Scripture teaches about partnerships and how faith should shape the way we enter, manage, and exit them.

The Broader Meaning of “Partnership”

When the Apostle Paul warned believers about being “unequally yoked,” he wasn’t speaking only about marriage. As Ron explains, “Paul was talking about partnerships—and there are so many kinds.”

From professional firms and small businesses to investment ventures and partnerships, they can take many forms. And while they can be incredibly fruitful, they also carry spiritual and relational risks.

Ron pointed out that partnerships often last a long time—sometimes decades. “The CPA firm I founded has been operating as a partnership for 50 years,” he said. “But not all partnerships endure well. Like marriage, many end in conflict.”

Principle #1: Protect Your Testimony

Ron’s first principle is about spiritual integrity. “You have to ask what the partnership will do to your testimony,” he said. “If you’re unequally yoked with someone whose values fundamentally differ from yours, you could lose your witness in the process.”

He recalled being asked whether a Christian OB-GYN should enter a business partnership with a doctor who supports abortion. “Only you and God can answer that,” he said, “but it’s a big question. Your witness is always at stake.”

Principle #2: Plan Your Exit Before You Begin

“Have your exit strategy in place before you form the partnership,” Ron advises.

Just as couples prepare for challenges in marriage, business partners should anticipate potential separation. A clear exit plan protects both parties, ensures fairness, and helps maintain peace when the time comes to move on.

“When you have that in place,” Ron said, “you avoid a lot of conflict and preserve your testimony if you’re the believer who’s leaving.”

Principle #3: Preserve the Mission Beyond the Relationship

Perhaps the most powerful insight Ron shared was this: the mission must outlive the partnership.

Ron recalled his own experience leading a financial planning firm. “After 23 years, I left—but no one left with me,” he said. “They were committed to the mission. That’s what you want to see happen.”

A strong exit strategy and shared vision help ensure that the work—and the witness—continue long after any individual departs.

The Bottom Line

Shared faith isn’t just good for business—it’s essential for a lasting witness. Partnerships grounded in biblical principles reflect God’s wisdom and preserve peace amid challenges.

As Ron put it, “The most critical thing you want to preserve is your testimony. Everything else flows from that.”

On Today’s Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:

I’m concerned about vendors and service providers who want my bank account information for automatic withdrawals. I’ve been paying my lawn service with money orders, but now they require my account number. I told them we’d have to stop doing business because I’m not comfortable giving out that information. Isn’t this kind of intrusive? What do you think about vendors wanting access to our accounts?
My spouse and I are both 70 and ready to retire. I own 10 rental houses, but managing them has become too much. Once I sell the properties, what should I do with the proceeds? I understand the basics about capital gains and selling real estate, but I don’t want the responsibility of managing individual stock investments myself.
I’ve saved about $15,000 for a car, but have kept my current vehicle running as long as possible. It’s a 2007 with 235,000 miles and is starting to have more issues. I found a good used car for about $8,500 and am wondering if I should buy it now or keep driving my current one until it dies, even though repairs may be on the horizon.
My parents’ health is declining, and we’re moving them closer to family. Their current home is in an irrevocable trust, but we’ve found a condo they can buy before selling that house. Can the new condo be added to the same irrevocable trust? And when the old home sells, what happens to the proceeds?

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