Biblical Answer

The Misconception of "Can't Afford"

When we say, "I can't afford to live," we often mean that we can't afford to give up our current lifestyle, habits, or possessions. We may be living for things that are not truly essential to our well-being or happiness. The Bible teaches us that "to live is Christ" (Philippians 1:21), and that we should prioritize our relationship with God above all else. When we focus on accumulating wealth, possessions, or status, we may feel like we're living a fulfilling life, but we're actually missing out on the true richness of a life of faith. As the Bible says, "I can be so rich in my own poverty, or in the awareness of the fact that I am nobody, that I will never be a disciple of Jesus" (2 Corinthians 6:10). We must be willing to let go of our attachment to material things and prioritize our relationship with God.

The Disciplined Life of Faith

A life of faith requires discipline and sacrifice. When we trust in God's provision, we must be willing to let go of our own desires and plans. This means being willing to "waive our right" and allow God to make our choices for us (Proverbs 3:5-6). When we do this, we can experience the peace and joy that comes from living in accordance with God's will. As the Bible says, "Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich" (2 Corinthians 8:9). By living a life of faith, we can experience true wealth and abundance, even in the midst of financial struggles.

Prioritizing What's Truly Important

When we say, "I can't afford to live," we may be prioritizing the wrong things. We may be spending our time, energy, and resources on things that are not truly essential to our well-being or happiness. As the Bible says, "You cannot take your house with you, but you will surely take your soul with you" (Luke 12:15). What's truly important is not our material possessions or status, but our relationship with God and our character. We must be willing to prioritize what's truly important and make sacrifices in order to live a life of faith. By doing so, we can experience true wealth and abundance, even in the midst of financial struggles. As the Bible says, "Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus" (Philippians 2:5). We must be willing to follow Jesus' example and prioritize our relationship with God above all else.