Proverbs 22:7
“The borrower is servant to the lender.”
I'm going through financial hardship
A word for this moment
God cares for your provision and teaches you to manage with wisdom.
A word for you
Bible textPhilippians 4:19
“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
Luke 14:28
“For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost?”
Proverbs 21:5
“The thoughts of the diligent tend only to plenteousness.”
Understand
GuidanceThe Bible doesn't condemn work or money, but warns against the bondage of debt. Jesus, in Luke 14, praises planning before action. Faith and a spreadsheet aren't opposites: trusting God includes honestly managing what's already in your hands.
Reflect
ReflectionFaith and budgeting aren't opposites: trusting God includes honestly managing what's already in your hands.
Practice today
List all your debts today with amounts and deadlines, and pray over the list.
Pray
PrayerLord, you know my situation. Give me wisdom to organize, discipline to cut what's unnecessary, and provision to honor my commitments. In Jesus' name, amen.