When You're Struggling Financially

ANCHOR OF THE WEEK

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Let’s be real, money is one of the biggest stressors in life. If you’ve ever felt the gut-punch of opening your banking app or watching the bills pile up, you’re not alone. I know the fear of not having enough. I grew up dirt poor, and for most of my adult life, I chased money like it was the answer to everything. My thinking was simple: if I worked harder, hustled more, and controlled every penny, I’d never be broke again. But that “I’ve got this” mentality only left me mentally and physically exhausted, anxious, and still always coming up short.

If you’re reading this while staring at overdue bills, counting coins for gas, or wondering how you’ll make it to payday, I want you to understand that God’s provision doesn’t depend on the economy, your paycheck, or your credit score. God is not bound by interest rates or inflation. God’s resources never run dry.

It’s tough to do, but we must let go of the hustle mentality and lean into God. You are richer than you think, and He is working in ways you can’t yet see. Stay faithful.

What does it mean to be truly rich?

It’s hard for many to believe that God is their ultimate provider. We live in a world that measures wealth in square footage, designer handbags, and whether or not your fridge has a touchscreen display. And Heaven forbid you don’t possess these things. Well, then you’re a loser. The point is that we live in a world obsessed with money and material possessions, which is not actual wealth.

Real wealth is peace when the world says hustle, hustle, and hustle some more. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with being motivated; However, what we often overlook is that all this hustle ultimately leaves us spiritually bankrupt. We want to control our destiny; we want to do more to have more, instead of trusting the One who holds our tomorrow.

When I was on the hustling and bustling 9-to-5 treadmill, I was never truly satisfied because I confused material gain with eternal security. There’s nothing wrong with having a 9-5, but what is wrong is becoming a slave to money.

And I, like many, was becoming a slave to money…

It has taken me years now and many humbling lessons to surrender my finances to God. And no, my debt hasn’t magically disappeared, but something better has happened: I stopped being a slave to money. God taught me that He’s my provider, and that His promises are checks that never bounce.

I’ve discovered that true wealth is a generous heart. A peaceful mind. A spirit that’s anchored in God. This kind of wealth may not appear on your credit report, but it certainly shows up in your life.

Proverbs 11:28 says, “Those who trust in their riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf.” In other words, do not trust in “stuff” as it will not last. Put your trust in God and you will thrive.

This week’s new meditation is about aligning your heart with God, who promises you’ll never lack what you need. Let’s stop measuring wealth by what we have and start measuring it by Who we have. "Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him." Psalm 34:8  

Biblical Story: The Rich Young Ruler (Matthew 19:16–26)

A young man, wealthy and seemingly righteous, comes to Jesus with an excellent question: “What good thing must I do to get eternal life?”

Jesus tells him to keep the commandments. The man responds, “I’ve done all that. What else can I do?”

Then Jesus says something that stops him in his tracks: “Go, sell your possessions and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.”

Then guess what happened….

The man couldn’t do it. He walked away.

Why would he do that?

Well, because even though he had everything the world says matters, like money, status, and moral behavior, he lacked the one thing Jesus cared about most: faith. He lacked faith.

This story hits hard because it’s about more than money. It’s about control, trust, and comfort. It’s about how tightly we grip to what we think keeps us secure, and how hard it is to have complete faith that God knows exactly what we need, and that He will provide for us.

Most of us aren’t being asked to sell everything, but we are being asked to release the idol of “more.” Jesus wasn’t looking for perfection. He was looking for willingness. And that man, like so many of us, struggled to believe God’s promises were better than his possessions.

Recommended Reads

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• The Treasure Principle by Randy Alcorn

• God and Money by John Cortines and Gregory Baumer

• The Blessed Life by Robert Morris

• Your New Money Mindset by Brad Hewitt and Jim Moline

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Final Thoughts

This week’s newsletter can be summed up in 5 words: You’re richer than you think. Not because of what’s in your bank account, but because of Who’s in your corner. Remember this, please remember this…God is faithful, and His resources are never exhausted. Keep your eyes on Him, and you’ll find He provides in ways you never imagined.

God bless you!! ❤️🙏🏻

With love & gratitude,
Amber