4 Money Miracles in the Bible (And What They Teach Us About Trusting God With Our Finances)Sample

Day 2: Joseph's Economic Wisdom - Trusting God's Plan for Provision

Consider the responsibility of interpreting the dreams of a powerful ruler, with the knowledge that your interpretation will directly impact the future of an entire nation (and even your own life).

In Genesis 41, Joseph finds himself at this crossroads. Pharaoh has been troubled by dreams, and Joseph is called upon to interpret them. He reveals to Pharaoh that the dreams predict seven years of abundance followed by seven years of famine in Egypt. Joseph's faith in God and his understanding of the dreams lead him to propose an economic strategy of storing grain during the years of abundance to prepare for the coming famine.

Joseph's trust in God's wisdom and his obedience to God's plan results in Egypt being saved from the devastating effects of the famine. I love how this story reminds us that trusting God with our possessions means not only relying on Him for provision but also seeking – and acting on –His guidance in managing resources wisely.

Reflect on today's verses:

• Consider a time when you had to make a financial decision that required faith in God's wisdom. How did you seek His guidance, and what was the outcome?
• Reflect on the importance of trusting God's plan for your finances, even when it doesn't align with conventional wisdom or societal norms.
• Pray for wisdom and discernment in making financial decisions that honor God and align with His plan for your life.

Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for the example of Joseph, who trusted in Your wisdom and guidance during a time of great uncertainty. Help us to seek Your guidance in our financial decisions and to trust in Your plan for our lives. Grant us wisdom and discernment to manage our resources in ways that align with Your will and bring glory to Your name. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.