Bible Explorer for the Young (Proverbs)Sample

Spend Wisely

Proverbs 21:17

Whoever loves pleasure will become poor. Whoever loves wine and rich food will never be wealthy.

How have you been spending the pocket money given by your parents? Have you been buying cute and adorable erasers even though you still have many new and unused erasers at home? Have you been saving money from your pocket money or do you always spend your money on stuff that you don’t really need?

Your parents or teachers teach you how to use your money wisely. The Bible also teaches us how to be a wise spender. We need to be wise with the resources God has given us. One of the ways is by setting a budget. Before buying something, you might also want to give a second thought if you really need it. Buying things does not always bring pleasure to you. 

It is always good to save up. In the future, you can use your saving when you need it. You are not too young to start being a wise spender.

Prayer

Dear God, may I find pleasure only in You who is eternal. As much as I enjoy all the blessings You have given me, I also want to be wise and sparing in utilizing them. Amen.