Biblical Answer

Can I really trust God to provide when I'm in this much debt?

The idea that God owes us something, or that we can trust Him to provide simply because we ask, is a misconception. Anselm's concept of God as a just and justifier is a more accurate representation of His character. God demands the debt be paid, but He also provides satisfaction for that debt through the blood of Christ. This means that our debt to God cannot be paid by us, and that our own efforts to pay it will only lead to further judgment. We must trust in God's promise to forgive and release us from our debt, rather than trying to earn it through our own works.

Faith never judges God by circumstances, but rather trusts in His character and promises. When we pray for financial provision and it doesn't come, we must not blame God or question His motives. Instead, we should examine our own hearts and actions, asking if we have been withholding from others what we owe them, or if we have been asking God for something while refusing to give it to others. We must keep our focus on what God wants to do through us and those around us, rather than getting bogged down in the technical details of our financial situation.

Ultimately, trusting God to provide in times of financial need requires a deep understanding of His character and promises. We must recognize that God is not a debtor, but rather a ruler who demands obedience and justice. We must trust in His promise to forgive and release us from our debt, rather than trying to earn it through our own works. By doing so, we can experience the freedom and joy that comes from living in obedience to God, and from trusting in His character and promises.