Prosperity With Purpose
The only reason many people want to prosper—whether by having a better-paying job, more money, or material comforts—is to meet their own needs. But if that’s your only motivation, then you’ve misunderstood why God wants you to prosper. Prosperity isn’t just about you; it’s about what God wants to accomplish through you.
When we start a conversation about prosperity, many Christians get uncomfortable. Some even accuse preachers of using the “prosperity gospel” to line their own pockets. But let me make this clear: I’m not here to manipulate anyone for money. I’m not a church pastor looking to raise offerings—I’m a Bible teacher and business owner. I use my life as a testimony that God’s Word works.
The truth is simple: prosperity is God’s idea.
God’s Will for You to Prosper
The Bible is unambiguous. Third John 2 says:
“I wish above all things that you prosper and be in health, even as your soul prospers.”
Jesus Himself declared it is the Father’s good pleasure to give us the Kingdom. So why do we resist prosperity? Why do we allow the world to dictate who is “allowed” to prosper while the church is expected to remain poor?
Think about it. Elon Musk can be the richest man alive. Celebrities can have mansions, private jets, and overflowing wealth, and society applauds them. Yet when the people of God begin to believe in biblical prosperity, critics call it greed or heresy. That double standard is not from God—it’s from the enemy.
Blessed to Be a Blessing
From the very beginning, God set the purpose of prosperity. In Genesis 12:2, God told Abraham:
“I will bless you, and you shall be a blessing.”
The reason God blesses His children is so they can bless others. Prosperity isn’t about building the biggest mansion or driving the fanciest car. It’s about becoming a conduit of God’s blessings. When resources flow through you, others are impacted.
The church—not the government—was meant to care for the poor, feed the hungry, and meet the needs of the community. But how can we do that if we ourselves are struggling to pay rent or feed our children? God prospers you so you can overflow into the lives of others.
The Joy of Giving
Acts 20:35 reminds us:
“It is more blessed to give than to receive.”
When you’re in a position to give, there’s a joy and fulfillment that receiving can never match. God wants you to move from the place of barely surviving to the place of abundance—so that when someone is in need, you’re able to say, “I can help.”
If your prayers are always, “Lord, help me pay my bills, help me get through this month,” your prayers are too small. God wants you to pray, “Lord, bless me so abundantly that I can pay not only my bills but also the bills of others. Let me fund the gospel, support missions, and advance Your Kingdom.”
That is the higher purpose of prosperity.
The Covenant of Prosperity
Galatians 3:29 says:
“If you are Christ’s, then you are Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise.”
That means the same covenant promise God made to Abraham—“I will bless you and you shall be a blessing”—belongs to you. Abraham wasn’t just spiritually blessed; he was wealthy in cattle, silver, and gold. Nations envied him.
If you belong to Christ, you are an heir to that promise. God wants your life to reflect His abundance, so much so that others notice and glorify Him.
Breaking the Lie of Poverty
Religion has lied to many believers with sayings like, “As poor as a church mouse,” or the idea that poverty equals holiness. But Scripture never calls poverty a blessing. Instead, poverty is tied to the curse (see Genesis 3).
God doesn’t want you to toil endlessly, working day and night, just to survive. He wants to bless the work of your hands, give you creativity, and empower you to create wealth. Deuteronomy 8:18 says:
“It is the Lord your God who gives you power to get wealth, that He may establish His covenant.”
Wealth is not evil—it is a tool to advance the Kingdom of God.
God’s Ambassadors
As believers, we are ambassadors of Christ. An ambassador represents their home country in a foreign land, and their lifestyle reflects the resources of their nation—not the economy of the country they’re stationed in.
In the same way, our provision doesn’t come from the economy of our nation but from the economy of heaven. God’s intention is that His people would live as examples of His goodness—healthy, prosperous, and generous.
When the Israelites left Egypt, God brought them out with wealth. They stripped the Egyptians of their silver and gold and used those resources to build the tabernacle. That same principle applies today: God blesses His people so that His Kingdom purposes can be established.
Prosperity Is About the Kingdom
The real question is not whether God wants you to prosper—it’s whether you’re willing to see prosperity as a tool for His Kingdom. When you understand the purpose of prosperity, you won’t abuse it. It won’t just be about buying bigger houses, fancier cars, or new toys.
Instead, you’ll say, “Lord, bless me so I can fund the gospel, build churches, send missionaries, feed the hungry, and reach the nations.”
That is prosperity God’s way.
✅ Key Takeaway:
God wants you to prosper—not so you can hoard wealth, but so you can bless others and establish His Kingdom on earth.🙏 Prayer:
Lord, give me the power to create wealth. Make me a blessing to others. Let my life be a testimony of Your goodness, generosity, and abundance. Amen
