Which of the following is a typical feature of BAM?

• A. Operates only as a stand-alone local shop
• B. Is funded primarily by government grants
• C. Usually involves larger or multinational businesses
• D. Replaces traditional secular business practices

Answer: (C)

Business as Mission (BAM) centers on using business activity as a vehicle for mission, while operating with ordinary, legitimate business practices and goals. A typical feature is involvement of larger or multinational businesses that operate across borders. Such firms can reach multiple markets, employ diverse local staff, and leverage global supply chains, creating practical opportunities for sustainable livelihoods, professional skills development, and relationship-building that can open doors for ministry in many contexts. This scale and cross-border reach distinguishes BAM from smaller, locally focused ventures and from models that rely mainly on external funding. BAM is generally market-driven and sustainable, not primarily funded by government grants, and it does not seek to replace secular business practices but to align them with mission objectives.