But remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your ancestors, as it is today.
Deuteronomy 8:18 NIV
Many of us ponder our finances. We often wonder about God’s role in our prosperity. However, understanding God’s purpose for wealth extends beyond personal gain. Indeed, Scripture reveals a profound reason why divine resources flow. This divine perspective moves us from mere comfort to active partnership.
Building Maturity for True Riches
God sometimes withholds significant resources. This happens due to His profound love. Indeed, a wise parent would not give car keys to a toddler. Similarly, our Heavenly Father will not entrust ‘Kingdom wealth’ to spiritual infants. A child might easily harm themselves or others with such power.
Consequently, God assesses our spiritual capacity. We might often pray for great blessings. Yet, God asks if wealth will steal our hearts or fuel our egos. He questions whether we possess the maturity for true stewardship. Meanwhile, God does not want to ‘fund’ our destruction. Therefore, He waits until our character outweighs our currency. He desires maturity that sees us as managers, not just owners.
Beyond Comfort: God’s Covenant Purpose
Worldly views often define wealth by comfort. Bigger houses, nicer cars, and ‘easier lives’ become the common focus. God certainly delights in the prosperity of His servants (Psalm 35:27). Nevertheless, personal comfort remains a byproduct, not the ultimate purpose.
Instead, the true purpose of Kingdom wealth is ‘Covenant Establishment.’ Deuteronomy 8:18 makes this very clear. God provides the ability to gain wealth to establish His covenant. This covenant represents the message of salvation. Indeed, it involves the Gospel reaching people who are lost.
Meanwhile, the Gospel itself is free. However, the practical means to deliver it could cost money. Bibles require funds. Mission trips also need financial support. Church buildings and feeding the poor demand resources. Therefore, if your vision for money stops at your own driveway, it is likely too small for God’s funding.
God seeks pipelines, not just stagnant reservoirs. A reservoir hoards water, often becoming stale over time. Conversely, a pipeline allows water to flow through freely. This action irrigates the fields. When you show God you are a pipeline—that money flows through you to reach people’s hearts—He will increase the flow’s pressure.
Becoming a Kingdom Financier
To access this level of divine abundance, we must shift our prayer life. Childish prayers often request money for stress-free living. However, a mature prayer seeks resources to fund God’s agenda. This shift is vital for understanding God’s purpose for wealth.
When you align your finances with God’s will, you become a ‘Kingdom Financier.’ Every pound effectively becomes a soldier conquering darkness. You may buy comfort, certainly. Yet, you primarily buy access for the Gospel.
Consider undertaking a personal stewardship audit. First, review your past year’s finances. What percentage did you give back to God? Next, honestly ask yourself why you truly desire riches. If the answer is status or security, ask God for a renewed mind. Finally, start small. If you are not generous with little, you will likely not be generous with much. The heart’s attitude truly matters more than the amount.
Living It Out
Father, I surrender my financial ambitions to You. Forgive me for seeing wealth only as personal comfort. I ask for the spiritual maturity needed to handle true riches. Raise me to be a Kingdom Financier. Trust me with resources to expand Your territory. I declare myself a pipeline, not a reservoir. Bless me to be a blessing to the nations. Amen.