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Your Question:
Can I still be a good Christian when I'm in debt?
Answer:
As a pastor and a Christian, I believe that being in debt is not a reflection of one's spiritual worth. In fact, the Bible teaches us that our primary debt is not to others, but to Christ. We are bondservants of the Lord Jesus, and our spiritual honor and duty is to fulfill our debt to Him in relation to others. This means that we should be living our lives for the sake of others, rather than being consumed by our own financial struggles. However, the Bible does teach us that we should be good stewards of our finances and avoid debt whenever possible. When we owe money for goods or services, or when our spending habits are preventing our families from prospering, it is a sign that we have violated the terms of the contract and incurred scriptural debt. In these cases, it is essential to take action to get out of debt and start living within our means. Ultimately, our trust should not be in our finances, but in God's provision and guidance. As we commit our finances to Him, He can work in our lives to bring restoration and guidance. Rather than focusing on paying off debt, we should be seeking to live a life of obedience to God and to use our resources to bring Him glory. By doing so, we can experience true freedom and peace, even in the midst of financial challenges.
Sources:
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
romans
f f bruce
mere christianity
c s lewis
why does god allow evil
clay jones
my utmost for his highest
oswald chambers
power of a praying wife
stormie omartian
luke
leon morris
dogmatic theology
shedd
westminster larger catchism
westminster divines
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