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Your Question:
What if I can't afford to pay my bills?
Answer:
My friend, I can understand the weight of financial struggles. As a pastor, I've seen many people in difficult situations, and I've been there myself, not in the same way, but in the sense of making sacrifices for the sake of our family. When you're facing a crisis and can't afford to pay your bills, it's essential to remember that God is not only concerned about our financial situation but also about our spiritual well-being. When we say we can't afford to pay our bills, what we're really saying is that we can't afford to do everything else we're doing and still give 10% of our income to God. That's a tough reality, but it's one we must face. As the Bible says, "Try Me now in this... if I will not open for you the windows of heaven and pour out for you such blessing that there will not be room enough to receive it." (Malachi 3:10) God promises to bless us when we trust Him with our finances. In times of crisis, it's essential to act immediately and take responsibility for our financial situation. This doesn't mean we must do it alone; we can seek help from our community, friends, and family. However, we must avoid using bankruptcy as a means of avoiding personal responsibility. As the Bible says, "Pay what you owe from Jesus Christ's standpoint, not from your own." (Matthew 5:25-26) Let's strive to be honest and transparent in our financial dealings, trusting that God will provide for us when we put Him first.
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building dynamic faith
jerry falwell
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
acts
r c sproul
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
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