In the journey of faith, understanding the source of our wealth is paramount. Deuteronomy 8:18 reveals a profound truth to us: “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.” Here, “ability” or “power” in other translations, shows that our financial success isn’t solely by our strength. It is by the grace bestowed upon us by God.
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The Power of God’s Blessing: Joseph started as a slave. He rose to the second in command of Egypt. He received the ability to interpret dreams and manage resources. This led to his wealth and the prosperity of a nation. This is seen in Genesis 41:39-41, where Pharaoh acknowledges Joseph’s divine wisdom.
Wisdom Beyond Measure: King Solomon asked for wisdom. As a result, he was granted discernment. He was also given “riches and honor” (1 Kings 3:13). This demonstrates that the power to create wealth includes the wisdom to govern and multiply resources.
Faithfulness in Little: The Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14-30 teaches that wealth creation is tied to our stewardship. It shows that those who manage little faithfully can handle more. Those who were faithful with little were given more. This illustrates that the power to create wealth involves responsible management. It also involves growth of what we’ve been entrusted with.
Diligence and Blessing: Proverbs 10:4 states, “Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth.” This suggests that the power God gives includes the discipline and work ethic necessary for financial success.
Prayer for the Power to Make Wealth:
Heavenly Father,
We come before You acknowledging that every good gift comes from You, including the power to generate wealth. Lord, we thank You for the covenant promise in Deuteronomy 8:18. In this promise, You assure us that Your hand equips us with the ability to prosper.
Bestow upon us, O God, the special grace that transforms ordinary efforts into extraordinary success. Like Joseph, give us wisdom in our dealings; like Solomon, grant us the discernment to make wise decisions. Let us be faithful stewards of what You’ve given, multiplying it for Your glory.
Lord, we pray for diligence in our work, creativity in our ideas, and favor in our endeavors. May Your Spirit guide us in financial wisdom. Let our wealth serve the advancement of Your kingdom and not our vanity.
Help us to see beyond monetary gain. Guide us to use this power for good. Help us alleviate poverty and support the church. Let us bless others as You have blessed us. Protect us from the love of money but instead, let our love for You guide our financial pursuits.
In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen.
Prayer Points for Financial Empowerment:
- Divine Wisdom:
- Scriptural Context: James 1:5 encourages us to ask for wisdom, promising that God gives generously to all without finding fault. Pray for this wisdom in financial decisions and business strategies, recognizing that all true wisdom comes from God.
Prayer: Pray for God-given wisdom in financial decisions and business strategies.
- Scriptural Context: James 1:5 encourages us to ask for wisdom, promising that God gives generously to all without finding fault. Pray for this wisdom in financial decisions and business strategies, recognizing that all true wisdom comes from God.
- Responsible Stewardship:
- Scriptural Context: The parable in Luke 12:42-44 speaks of the faithful and wise manager entrusted with more responsibilities. Ask for the grace to be faithful with what you have, leading to an increase in your stewardship.
Prayer: Ask for the grace to be faithful with what you have, leading to increase.
- Scriptural Context: The parable in Luke 12:42-44 speaks of the faithful and wise manager entrusted with more responsibilities. Ask for the grace to be faithful with what you have, leading to an increase in your stewardship.
- Diligence:
- Scriptural Context: As noted in Proverbs 21:5, “The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.” Seek a strong work ethic and dedication in your business and financial activities.
Prayer: Seek a strong work ethic and dedication in your business and financial activities.
- Scriptural Context: As noted in Proverbs 21:5, “The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.” Seek a strong work ethic and dedication in your business and financial activities.
- Creativity:
- Scriptural Context: God gave Bezalel the skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of crafts, as seen in Exodus 35:30-35. Request innovative ideas that can lead to wealth creation, recognizing that creativity is a divine gift.
Prayer: Request innovative ideas that can lead to wealth creation.
- Scriptural Context: God gave Bezalel the skill, ability, and knowledge in all kinds of crafts, as seen in Exodus 35:30-35. Request innovative ideas that can lead to wealth creation, recognizing that creativity is a divine gift.
- Favor:
- Scriptural Context: Psalm 90:17 asks for the favor of the Lord to rest upon us, establishing the work of our hands. Pray for favor in dealings, opening doors that lead to prosperity.
Prayer: Pray for favor in dealings, opening doors that lead to prosperity.
- Scriptural Context: Psalm 90:17 asks for the favor of the Lord to rest upon us, establishing the work of our hands. Pray for favor in dealings, opening doors that lead to prosperity.
- Protection from Greed:
- Scriptural Context: 1 Timothy 6:10 warns that “the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil.” Ask for protection against the pitfalls of loving money more than God, seeking purity of heart in financial matters.
Prayer: Ask for protection from the love of money, seeking purity of heart in financial matters.
- Scriptural Context: 1 Timothy 6:10 warns that “the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil.” Ask for protection against the pitfalls of loving money more than God, seeking purity of heart in financial matters.
Declarations for Financial Prosperity:
- Deuteronomy 8:18: “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.”
- Declaration: I declare that God gives me the power to produce wealth, confirming His covenant with me.
- Proverbs 10:4: “Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth.”
- Declaration: I declare that with diligent hands, I bring forth wealth through God’s grace.
- Matthew 25:21: “His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!'”
- Declaration: I declare that I am faithful with a little, and therefore, I am entrusted with much more.
- Proverbs 3:9-10: “Honor the LORD with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine.”
- Declaration: I declare that by honoring the Lord with my wealth, my resources will overflow. I will experience abundance.
Reflection:
Reflect on how you’ve experienced or experience this divine ability to create wealth. Consider how your financial success can be a testament to God’s faithfulness and a tool for His purposes. How can you ensure your wealth-building is aligned with God’s principles?
Closing Thought:
Remember, the power to make wealth is a divine gift, meant to be used for divine purposes. As you seek this grace, let your heart be set not on accumulation. Focus on stewardship and service. Aim for the expansion of God’s kingdom through your financial life.