BAM , Variations of this Theme 
According to Steve Rundle, there are several terms that are being used to describe the integration of business and ministry/mission. He points out that there are some important differences. Here are three that he identifies.
Tentmaking – this is often used to describe individual Christians who find employment in a cross-cultural context, taking jobs in schools, hospitals or businesses, etc. It is not a business-specific term.
Marketplace Ministry – this is a reference to para-church organizations that disciple and coach Christian business professionals to be more effective witnesses in the workplace. Increasingly, the term "Workplace Ministry" is being used instead, which broadens the focus to include all working professionals.
Business as Mission (BAM) – this refers to businesses (often called "Great Commission Companies" or "kingdom businesses") that are created and managed specifically for the purpose of advancing the cause of Christ in less-reached and/or less-developed parts of the world.
Christian Microenterprise Development – this effort seeks to help the world's poorest people start and run successful, God-honoring businesses, often with the help of small loans.
One of the concerns with these versions of work as ministry is that intentional time and resources be placed on evangelism and ministry. This can be difficult, as the demands of business require time and resources.
The success depends to a great extent of building in training, experience in the field, and accountability.
We will continue exploring this next time.
Blessings,
Larry
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