
The dangerous lie keeping Christians broke or living paycheck-to-paycheck (and how to break free)
05/17/25 • 36 min
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Have you ever believed that striving for wealth was ungodly? If so, you're not alone. Many Christians feel stuck financially because they’ve been taught that the pursuit of wealth contradicts their faith. In this episode, we’re breaking down the lie that keeps so many believers broke - and silent.
The truth? God doesn’t want you to live with a poverty mindset. It’s not the desire for wealth that’s wrong - it’s when wealth becomes your god (Matthew 6:24). In fact, God wants you to experience abundance, but in a way that honors Him.
We’ll explore:
👉 Financial Freedom: How to break free from financial bondage without letting money rule your heart.
👉 Mental Freedom: Why controlling your thoughts is a form of wealth and how to achieve it through prayer, self-control, and community.
👉 Spiritual Abundance: The power of using your spiritual weapons to build a strong foundation that can withstand any attack.
God’s definition of wealth goes beyond money - it’s about living a life filled with purpose, freedom, and divine provision. Tune in to learn how to embrace financial, mental, and spiritual abundance while keeping your heart aligned with God’s will.
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⏰TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Let's get real: Why are so many Christians broke?
01:25 - Why does money feel so complicated for Christians?
02:04 - The truth about wealth: What the Bible really says
03:45 - Are we interpreting Scripture wrong when it comes to money?
05:09 - Finding the balance: Contentment without complacency
06:11 - Serving like Jesus... without staying broke
07:04 - Why a poverty mindset isn't God's plan for you
07:41 - How to chase wealth without losing your heart
14:34 - Financial freedom: The God-honoring way
24:13 - Winning the battle in your mind: Breaking free from anxiety and depression
27:19 - Spiritual abundance: Building a faith that stands strong
32:59 - Are you a kingdom builder or a wealth builder?
34:12 - Wrapping up: Living a life aligned with God’s vision
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Have you ever believed that striving for wealth was ungodly? If so, you're not alone. Many Christians feel stuck financially because they’ve been taught that the pursuit of wealth contradicts their faith. In this episode, we’re breaking down the lie that keeps so many believers broke - and silent.
The truth? God doesn’t want you to live with a poverty mindset. It’s not the desire for wealth that’s wrong - it’s when wealth becomes your god (Matthew 6:24). In fact, God wants you to experience abundance, but in a way that honors Him.
We’ll explore:
👉 Financial Freedom: How to break free from financial bondage without letting money rule your heart.
👉 Mental Freedom: Why controlling your thoughts is a form of wealth and how to achieve it through prayer, self-control, and community.
👉 Spiritual Abundance: The power of using your spiritual weapons to build a strong foundation that can withstand any attack.
God’s definition of wealth goes beyond money - it’s about living a life filled with purpose, freedom, and divine provision. Tune in to learn how to embrace financial, mental, and spiritual abundance while keeping your heart aligned with God’s will.
Want to learn more? Join our free 3-day course on mindset, marketing, and money - God’s way! Grab it for free right here: https://pages.empoweredmission.com/bfbcourse
Want to watch to the video version of this episode? Tune in here! https://youtu.be/5wlPb_A9PBE
Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and leave a review if this episode blessed you!
⏰TIMESTAMPS
00:00 - Let's get real: Why are so many Christians broke?
01:25 - Why does money feel so complicated for Christians?
02:04 - The truth about wealth: What the Bible really says
03:45 - Are we interpreting Scripture wrong when it comes to money?
05:09 - Finding the balance: Contentment without complacency
06:11 - Serving like Jesus... without staying broke
07:04 - Why a poverty mindset isn't God's plan for you
07:41 - How to chase wealth without losing your heart
14:34 - Financial freedom: The God-honoring way
24:13 - Winning the battle in your mind: Breaking free from anxiety and depression
27:19 - Spiritual abundance: Building a faith that stands strong
32:59 - Are you a kingdom builder or a wealth builder?
34:12 - Wrapping up: Living a life aligned with God’s vision
Get the full podcast video experience RIGHT HERE!
Previous Episode

The Cost of Delay: why you’re stuck, what it’s costing you, and the courage to finally move on your God-given idea
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This one’s for the creative who’s been carrying a God-given idea in their heart for way too long. You know the one...the idea that keeps nudging you, whispering at you in the quiet moments, but somehow keeps getting pushed to the back burner.
Yeah... I’m talking to you today.
And don’t worry - I’m not coming for you without checking myself first. Because this? It used to be me. Honestly, some days, it still is. When God gives us something to build, birth, or begin that business, book, product, service, or new season...the resistance is real. Doubt, delay, distraction - they all show up dressed like “good reasons.”
But deep down, you know you’re not at peace because you haven’t moved on what He placed in you.
In today’s episode, we’re going heart-first into:
- Why your idea won’t let you go
- The sneaky ways fear masks itself as “timing” or “preparation”
- And how to take one bold, obedient step toward the vision...even if it’s messy
This isn’t about hustle. It’s about holy momentum.
Let’s talk about what happens when you finally say yes.
Timestamps:
00:00 – A heart check: that God-given idea you keep putting off
00:45 – Let’s be honest about the fear, the uncertainty, and the weight of it all
01:56 – Learning to recognize when it’s God speaking...NOT just a passing thought
03:49 – What it actually looks like to move forward (even when it feels messy)
07:04 – When the self-doubt creeps in and you start questioning if you're "ready"
08:45 – The power of your “yes” and what obedience really activates
15:35 – Some practical ways to take the first step (no perfection required)
16:46 – You don’t have to do this alone - come be part of the community!
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Next Episode

When Obedience Feels Like Failure: what God might REALLY be doing...
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*DISCLAIMER: we had slight audio issues during the recording process. Because I live by authenticity and speaking what's on my heart from the holy spirit during the time of this recording, we chose not to re-record this episode and leave it as is. I hope you still enjoy and find inspiration in this episode, despite it's flaws 😂
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You’ve been obedient. You’ve been consistent. You’ve done the thing God asked you to do... but it’s still not working the way you hoped.
In this episode, we’re unpacking what’s really happening when your obedience feels like failure. Because my friend...what feels like a setback in your business or calling might actually be the setup for something greater. Let’s shift your perspective, strengthen your faith, and remind you that God hasn’t forgotten you or what He's called you to do!
In today’s episode, we’re going heart-first into:
👉🏽 Why you’re not failing (even if it feels like you are)
👉🏽 Five powerful reasons God might allow “failure” in your faith-led business
👉🏽 How to hold steady in your calling when the results don’t match your obedience
You’re not alone in this. God sees your effort...and He’s doing more than you think.
⏰ Timestamps:
00:00 – That hard feeling: doing what God said...and still “failing”
04:00 – Two areas I kept bumping into failure
07:00 – Why the fruits of the Spirit matter in this season
13:00 – Success might be showing up in a different package
18:00 – The small wins you’re overlooking
21:00 – God might be building your capacity
24:00 – Your “failure” could be someone else’s breakthrough
25:00 – So what do we do while we wait?
27:00 – Obedience over outcome
28:00 – Letting God be enough...even when it hurts
30:00 – Don’t just notice the small wins—pursue them
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Let's talk about something that a lot of us do not like to talk about. Why? Because it's triggering. It reminds us of what's going wrong in our lives, and at the end of the day, we just don't want to deal with this very true fact that either has been our reality in the past or currently is right now. And that my friend is being broke. Let's talk about being broke. Matter of fact, let's dive deep into why you might be struggling with being broke, li
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