Category: Debt

Bible Verse of The Day – 5-7-19

Deuteronomy 28:13 (NKJV) 13 And the Lord will make you the head and not the tail; you shall be above only, and not be beneath, if you heed the commandments of the Lord your God, which I command you today, and are careful to observe them.

Being the head and not the tail is going to take some changes for some of us in the way we do things.

The very first thing most of us will need to do is to change the way we think regarding our lives.

When we become God’s children through Jesus Christ’s provision, we are no longer our own. We are now His Child. And if we follow His commandments, we will be above and not beneath.

Debt is a major problem in many Christian’s lives today. Being in debt will keep us as the tail, and beneath where God would have us to be. Our finances need to be freed up.

What do we do? We need to know that where we are at right now can and will be changed if we listen to what God is asking us to do.

We begin today by taking a step in our heart and speaking two words; “No more.”

No more borrowing.

No more buying things we can’t afford.

No more expensive trips.

No more frivolous spending.

No more spending money on things we don’t need, even if they are on sale or clearance.

Time to pull those reins in on unnecessary spending. For some it will be just a few minor changes. For others it may be a little harder and more discipline will be required.

And yet, for others it may be a drastic change, pulling back almost to a stopping point and really digging in to reach that place where we can breathe a little again.

If we are at a place where we are way behind on our bills and we have done everything we can, it may be time to reach out for help.

Sometimes we have to get help in ways that we would never have imagined.

Don’t be ashamed. Most countries have programs in place that can help if our debt gets out of control and we can’t see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Get whatever help is needed, as God directs us. We have to stop waiting for it to fall from the sky. Our help will not just mysteriously appear. But it will come through steps of humility, obedience and discipline on our part.

Don’t stay a slave to debt, dealing with torment, stress, and pressure all the time. Owe no man anything but love. Amen.

Romans 13:8 (NKJV) 8 Owe no one anything except to love one another, for he who loves another has fulfilled the law.

We can promise that you will feel better as the head and not the tail, above and not always beneath. You can do this.

Call us if you need prayer. Or simply reply to this email if you prefer to write to us, and we will stand in agreement for God’s will to be done in your situation, that you will know the steps to take and you will have what it takes to do it.

May God go before you.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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Bible Verse of The Day – 8-18-18

Proverbs 22:7 (NKJV) 7 The rich rules over the poor, And the borrower is servant to the lender.

Poverty is a terrible thing. It’s a snare that is hard to escape from.

And just as poverty is a snare, so also is debt. Debt is a trap that can pull us down into extreme depths of despair, robbing us of our joy and our peace.

The world that we live in seems to run on debt. And many of us have fallen into this terrible pit.

We see something that we can’t afford to pay for, and we buy it anyway. And then we pay for it over time, adding interest to it. In the long run we end up paying a very high price for so many of the things we own.

And the cycle continues, on and on and on.

God doesn’t want His people living in debt. His word says that the borrower is a slave to the one he borrows from. This is pretty serious stuff!

Not a single one of us would ever voluntarily enter into slavery. But we won’t hesitate to sign on the dotted line or slide the credit card through the terminal and enslave ourselves for the material things we want to possess.

Enough is enough! It’s time for God’s children to get free!

Climbing up out of debt can be difficult, and it takes hard work and determination to accomplish. And it takes time. We don’t get into debt overnight, therefore we can’t get out of debt overnight.

But if we let God give us wisdom and lead us, over time He will lead us out of debt, just as He led the Israelites out of the slavery of Egypt.

We need to prioritize our spending and let God teach us how to manage our money. When we do this, our financial situation will begin to be transformed. And the evils of debt will be washed from our lives as we obey Him.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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Christians and Debt

We recently published a new blog post regarding Christians and debt.

We put a lot of time into this latest article because we know it’s a topic that affects a lot of people on a daily basis.

If you, or anyone you know, has debt or is struggling to get out of debt, please take the time to read this new post and share it with others. We promise it will be well worth your time and theirs.

Be blessed in Him.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

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Bible Verse of The Day – 2-17-16

Proverbs 22:7 (NKJV) 7 The rich rules over the poor, And the borrower is servant to the lender.

Are we a borrower? Do we have debts to others?

The world today runs on the principle of debt and borrowing. And it’s not a good thing.

Debt is a form of modern slavery. The borrower is subject to the lender, just as the verse above states clearly. When we owe people money, we are beholden to them until the debt is paid in full.

Debt is very costly. Things paid for using debt cost many times more than if we bought them with cash.

And debt, if not managed properly, can become a trap that’s hard to get out of.

Debt can become stressful and can even affect our walk with God, as we struggle to make ends meet and get distracted by the pressures of failing finances. It can also alter our giving habits when we become financially over-extended.

We want to encourage you today, that if you’re in debt, take whatever steps are necessary to get out. Break the chains of debt and leave them behind you.

It’s not an easy thing to do, but it’s worth every bit of effort required.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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Bible Verse of The Day – 5-13-14

Proverbs 22:7 The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is servant to the lender.

In today’s society, debt has become something normal for everyone, including followers of Christ.

The pressures of the world to compete for status and keep up with the high cost of owning lots of things has led to most people making debt a way of life. Sadly, this comes at a very high price for everyone.

Debt is nothing more than modern slavery. Debt will rob you of your hard-earned money, your peace of mind and your joy.

Being in debt makes you a servant to the one who let you borrow the money or extended credit to you. You may not think of it like this, but it’s a fact.

Debt is destroying the finances of millions of people, business and even governments. Once you’re in debt, it can seem nearly impossible to get out of.

But we’re here today to tell you that it can be done. It’s not always easy, but with hard work, perseverance, and determination, you can overcome the debt monster.

God tells us not to live in debt to anyone.

Romans 13:8 (NKJV) 8 Owe no one anything except to love one another, for he who loves another has fulfilled the law.

And the scripture at the top clearly tells us that if we are in debt, we are a slave or a servant to the creditor.

Today, make a determination in your heart and mind to put an end to debt in your life. Start small and work your way up, paying it all off as you go.

It won’t happen overnight. But no goal worth pursuing comes easy.

Stop being a slave to debt. Get free today, and never go back to it again.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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