Lesson 7 - Seek Wise Counsel, Trust God as Provider, and Keep an Eternal Perspective

Jun 6, 2026 • Aswand Cruickshank, Aaron Guyett

This powerful financial discipleship session reminds us that seeking wise counsel isn't just good advice—it's biblical wisdom that transforms every area of our lives. Drawing from Proverbs 15:22, we're challenged to abandon the 'lone wolf' mentality that our culture glorifies and instead embrace the community God designed us for. The message cuts to the heart of a critical truth: we cannot serve both God and money, yet money itself isn't evil—it's our love of it that leads us astray. Through practical examples ranging from former strippers turned successful realtors to parents investing in their children's character development, we see how God redeems every story when we submit our finances to His lordship. The discussion of Philippians 4:19 reframes what it means to be 'rich'—reminding us that true wealth isn't measured in dollars but in our relationship with Christ. When we understand that God owns it all and we're merely stewards, our anxiety about finances dissolves into joyful obedience. This isn't about manipulating Scripture to get rich; it's about trusting that whether we have much or little, Christ is enough. The call to establish a Bible verse for every financial decision is particularly convicting—it forces us to ask whether our choices align with God's word or our own desires.

Key Points:

God is the ultimate owner of all resources, and believers are stewards, not owners

Seek wise counsel before making financial decisions, avoiding the "lone wolf" mentality

Money itself is not evil; the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil

True riches include salvation, relationships, faith, and values—not just material wealth

Financial decisions should align with biblical principles and be supported by scripture

Distinguish between needs and wants to find contentment and financial freedom

Leave an inheritance that includes faith, values, skills, and wisdom—not just money

Work should be viewed as worship, done for God's glory regardless of occupation

Humility and transparency are essential when seeking and giving counsel

Rejoice in God's provision whether in abundance or scarcity

Explicitly Mentioned:

Romans 1 - Referenced regarding moral culpability and knowledge of good and evil

Proverbs 15:22 - "Without counsel, plans go awry. But in the multitude of counselors, they are established."

Philippians 4:19 - "And my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus."

1 Timothy 6:10 - "For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil, for which some have strayed from the faith in their greediness and pierce themselves through with many sorrows."

Colossians 3:23 - Referenced regarding doing work for the Lord

Colossians 3:17 - "Whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him."

1 Corinthians 10:31 - "Whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God."

Matthew 16 - Mentioned but not specifically quoted

Alluded To/Thematically Present:

Matthew 6:24 - "You cannot serve both God and money" (referenced in the discussion)

Proverbs 13:22 - Inheritance for children's children (theme of leaving inheritance)

Genesis 3 - The Fall, thorns and thistles, pre-fall work being good

Numbers 22 - Story of Balaam's donkey (God working through a donkey)

John 8:1-11 - Jesus and the woman caught in adultery (prostitute set free)

Matthew 1 - Jesus' genealogy including prostitutes in his lineage

Suggested Verses Aligned with Main Themes: