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Healthcare options for small businesses: a checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are many healthcare options available for businesses of all sizes. Whether you\u2019re wondering how to start a business, you have an established small business idea, or you\u2019ve been leading a team for years, finding a healthcare choice that fits your core values can seem overwhelming. However, there are Christian healthcare choices, and doing a little research goes a long way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a leader, you want your employees to be healthy, happy, and successful. There are many aspects to opening a small business, and creating a budget that serves your needs is crucial. Offering cost-effective healthcare options can bless your team and equip you to act as a good steward of your financial resources. It\u2019s also a smart way to attract and keep great employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, not all healthcare options suit small business needs and budgets. Some limit choices and services. Others may care more about economies of scale rather than treating every individual as a beloved child of God. The checklist below can help in your search for strong options that don\u2019t fall short of godly goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Small business ownership: Find wisdom in God<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.<\/strong>
[1 Timothy 4:8 (NIV)]<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Our physical health matters to God, but spiritual health, godliness, and the life yet to come matter even more. Glorifying God in every decision requires a healthy dose of prayer, research, and discernment [Luke 14:28]. But don\u2019t worry! Jesus promised an advocate \u2013 the Spirit of truth \u2013 to help the faithful [John 15:26].<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The following three-step checklist can help. Once you narrow your options, it will guide your decisions. Chances are, you\u2019ll find a responsible, cost-effective choice suited to your unique needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Core values: does it align with your vision for Christian leadership?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your Christian faith influences every part of your life. It\u2019s never \u201coff the clock.\u201d As an employer, providing healthcare that aligns with your core values makes sense personally and professionally. God has plans for you, and your role as a biblical leader is no exception. You\u2019re in this time and place with a unique opportunity to consider faith-based options for healthcare. For example, when choosing a group healthcare option:<\/p>\n\n\n\n