Some pundits say you must own a business, invest in risky ventures, or earn a high income in order to eliminate poverty in your life to usher in wealth. However, the bible does not identify these pursuits and situations as the only way to abundance, though in a debt-free manner they could be paths God will use to enrich you. Scripture points to simple biblical principles that bring abundance into your life no matter your income.
First, seek to be intimate with Him via thanksgiving, praise, worship, prayer, bible study, fellowship with believers, and service to others. Second, tithe to your local Church and give to other worthwhile ministries that introduce many people to Christ and disciple them. Third, engage legitimate work to earn abundant income and put yourself in a position for raises and promotions throughout the years. Fourth, seek to live on far less than your take home pay and take action to eliminate debt and unreasonable expenses. Finally, save a reasonable percentage of your income for emergency situations and purchasing diversified equity investments for the long-term (stocks, real estate, and entrepreneurial endeavors) that will provide far more growth than fixed income and similar accounts (savings, CD’s, money market, stable value funds, etc.). I like the idea of investing 10% or more of your income as it equates to a tithe and offering and seems a reasonable amount in which to value your present and future in the wealth building arena.
The truth that should be your advisor is, when God’s will takes priority over your desires, then faith and obedience will help you build wealth to glorify God in the earth, which includes properly caring for yourself, family, the Church, and others.
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Genesis 14:20, Habakkuk 2:2-4, Proverbs 27:23-27, Acts 4:34, 2Corinthians 8:13-15
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