Biblical Keys to Financial Prosperity

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What is defined as the ultimate finality of death?

  • Eternal death (correct)
  • Spiritual death
  • Physical death
  • Natural death

Which event is cited as the onset of spiritual death in humanity?

  • Eating from the forbidden tree (correct)
  • The expulsion from the Garden of Eden
  • The murder of Abel
  • The creation of man

What does spiritual death indicate?

  • Separation from God (correct)
  • Eternal suffering
  • Physical weakness
  • Moral decay

What must man receive to overcome his fallen state?

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Which law is referenced as being at work within man?

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Why can man not respond to God's call in his fallen state?

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What characteristics did Jesus attribute to the Pharisees?

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What scripture references the consequence of eating from the forbidden tree?

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What was God's reason for creating Eve according to the content?

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What was granted to Adam and Eve in relation to the earth?

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According to the content, what does the scripture in Haggai 2:8 state?

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What misconception does the Lord address regarding material possessions?

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In the context of the document, who does the Lord imply has a distorted view of wealth?

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What did God create for Adam according to the content?

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What was God's intent for giving Adam and Eve dominion?

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How does the content portray the difference in attitudes towards church and secular establishments?

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What amount did the speaker initially claim for their budget?

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How much did the speaker receive after the ten-day meeting?

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What was the speaker's financial situation prior to their trip to Alabama?

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What did the speaker need to do after arriving in Alabama?

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How many people were in Sunday school when the speaker attended the church in Alabama?

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What did the speaker want to do before preaching the next morning?

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What did the speaker compare himself to regarding feeling like a fool?

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What did the speaker say in prayer to claim their finances?

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What is the primary commandment stated under the New Covenant for believers to prosper?

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According to Romans 13:10, what is stated to be the fulfilling of the law?

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How does Galatians 3:13 illustrate the relationship between Christ and the Law?

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What are the threefold blessings promised to Abraham according to the text?

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Who was Paul's audience when discussing the fulfillment of the law through love?

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What does Romans 13:9-10 suggest about the commandments?

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Why are believers not under the curse of the Law as stated in Galatians?

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What overarching theme is emphasized in the discussion of God's Law under the New Covenant?

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In Mark 11:23, how many times is the word 'say' mentioned in relation to the believer?

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What does the passage suggest is the primary area where people are missing it in their faith?

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According to the passage, what must be true for the Word to work effectively in a believer's life?

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What does Romans 10:8 suggest about the relationship between faith and speech?

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What was the author's initial reaction after reflecting on the words he heard regarding Mark 11:23?

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What aspect did the speaker initially struggle with according to Isaiah 1:19?

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How does the author suggest addressing the imbalance between teaching about belief and teaching about speech?

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According to the passage, what will happen if a person's heart doesn’t agree with what they are saying?

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Which belief about finances did the speaker have to overcome according to their denomination?

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What change did the speaker make in their approach to financial prayer?

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What does the term 'Great Commission' relate to in the context provided?

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According to Mark 11:23, what is necessary for a person to have what they say?

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What does Proverbs 6:2 suggest about the power of words?

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What was the speaker's experience while holding a meeting in Graham, Texas?

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What lesson did the speaker learn about faith after their financial struggles?

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What does the speaker imply about the connection between faith and actions?

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Flashcards

Spiritual death

A state of separation from God, resulting from disobedience and sin.

Second Death

The ultimate and final death, the state of eternal separation from God. It is the consequence of spiritual death and rejecting God's redemption.

Child of the devil

The state of being in Adam's fallen condition, inheriting his sin nature and separation from God.

New birth

Being reborn spiritually through faith in Jesus Christ, receiving a new nature and restored relationship with God.

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Cannot be saved by good works

The idea that good deeds, religious practices, or personal conduct cannot earn salvation. God's grace and forgiveness are received solely through faith in Jesus Christ.

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Paying the penalty for sin

The penalty paid by Jesus Christ on the cross for our sins, reconciling us to God and making salvation possible.

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Separation from God

The process of being separated from God due to disobedience.

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God's grace

God's offer of forgiveness and reconciliation through Jesus Christ. It's freely available to all who believe.

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Love as the fulfillment of the Law

The practice of loving others as ourselves, a core principle of the New Covenant that fulfills all the law.

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Abraham's Promise

The promise of blessings given to Abraham, encompassing spiritual, physical, and material prosperity.

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Old Covenant vs. New Covenant

The old covenant's requirement to keep God's commandments for prosperity, replaced with the New Covenant's emphasis on love.

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Redemption through Christ

The act of redeeming mankind from the curse associated with breaking the law, achieved through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

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Blessings of Obeying God's Laws

The blessings given to the Israelites for obeying God's laws, now accessible through the New Covenant's emphasis on love.

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Blessings of God's Teachings

The spiritual, physical, and material benefits that come from following God's teachings.

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Love Fulfills All the Law

The focus on loving others fulfills all the law, highlighting the importance of love as the cornerstone of the New Covenant.

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Christians as Abraham's Seed

The understanding that Christians, as descendants of Abraham through faith in Christ, are inheritors of the promised blessings.

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Who created everything?

The Bible teaches that God created everything, including the Earth and all its resources. This includes things like animals, plants, precious metals, and everything else.

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What was our God-given role?

God gave humans dominion over the Earth and everything on it, meaning He wants us to care for and use His creation wisely.

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What restores our relationship with God?

Through Jesus Christ, we have a new relationship with God that restores our connection with Him.

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Why does it seem the devil has more wealth?

It's ironic that the devil, who is against God, appears to have more material wealth than many who follow God.

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What's the problem with thinking about God's stuff?

Our thinking about God's possessions can be distorted – sometimes we act as if God's resources are meant for the devil's uses, not ours.

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What is God's true desire for us?

God's true desires for us are not material things. He wants us to live a meaningful and fulfilling life in fellowship with Him.

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What's the devil's trick?

The devil tricks people into thinking that worldly success is the most important thing. He distracts us from focusing our attention on God.

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Who did God create precious metals for?

We need to understand that God created everything for our benefit, even the precious metals. This understanding helps us use our resources wisely and for His purposes.

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Played whaley

A term that describes someone who has acted foolishly or made a mistake. It refers to Jonah, who disobeyed God and ended up in the belly of a whale.

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Battle between your head and your heart

The experience of intense internal conflict, often between opposing thoughts or desires.

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Claiming what you needed

An action taken with the expectation of a financial reward. It suggests an attempt to obtain financial gain.

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Ministering spirits

Spiritual beings who are sent to carry out God's will, often to deliver a message or provide assistance.

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Claiming an amount

An amount of money requested or demanded, especially for a particular purpose.

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Claiming in Jesus' name

Taking a step of faith and acting upon God's guidance, trusting in His promises even without seeing immediate results.

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Satan, take your hands off my finances

A statement made to declare authority over negative forces and affirm God's power.

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The Word Works

The belief that God intervenes and acts in the physical world, often through miraculous occurrences.

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Speaking Faith

The act of verbally expressing your faith or belief.

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Faith

The belief that God's promises are true and will come to pass.

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Active Faith

Faith that's not just in your heart but also expressed through your words.

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Confessing Faith

The ability to believe that what you say will happen.

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Word of Faith

The principle that faith works best when it's both in your heart and spoken out loud.

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Dual Aspect of Faith

The teaching that faith requires both believing and speaking.

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Confessing and Believing

The idea that faith is expressed through both believing and confessing.

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Vocalizing Faith

The importance of putting what you believe into words.

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Willing and obedient

Our willingness to obey God, combined with our genuine desire to do so.

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Renewing your mind

The state of believing and acting in line with what God's Word says.

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Faith for finances

Claiming what you need from God in Jesus' name, commanding Satan to release what's rightfully yours, and using spiritual forces to bring it to you. This is the scriptural approach to asking for God's provision.

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Saying part of faith

The power of words to create reality. In spiritual terms, what we say expresses our faith and shapes our circumstances.

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Captive to words

Being taken captive by the negative power of our own spoken words.

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Faith without doubt

Having the belief that what you say will come to pass, without doubting in your heart.

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Releasing faith

The power of believing in God's word and acting upon it, even when it seems impossible.

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Act on the Word

A state of believing and acting upon God's Word, even when it contradicts your current circumstances, leading to a positive result.

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Study Notes

Biblical Keys to Financial Prosperity

  • This book explores biblical principles for achieving financial prosperity.
  • One of the key issues is understanding God's will for prosperity, which is greater than merely personal desires.
  • The author emphasizes the importance of honoring God's Word and obeying His commands for financial success.

Poverty: A Blessing or a Curse?

  • The book argues that poverty, in some cases, can be a spiritual curse.
  • The author explains how spiritual redemption through Christ frees us from the curse of the law, which can includes economic hardship.
  • Death, sickness, and poverty were all part of the curse.

Qualifications for Walking in Prosperity

  • Honoring and obeying God's word is a crucial part of experiencing prosperity.
  • Honoring God includes proper motives, faith-based giving and not giving financially out of guilt, or fear, in order to receive God's blessings.

Our Authority in the Area of Finances

  • Christians have the authority to claim what belongs to them,
  • Based on their relationship with God's Word.
  • Financial prosperity is dependent upon spiritual prosperity (physical, mental, and emotional well-being).

The Bible Way to Release Your Faith

  • Faithfulness to God's Word is essential for receiving financial blessings.
  • To receive God's blessings, you should trust in His Word, and live a life congruent with God's will.

Honor Your Pastor and Receive God's Blessings

  • The text suggests honoring pastors and church leaders is important for prosperity.
  • Respect for the pastoral office, and leadership, is essential.
  • The text suggests that those who honor God by honoring His ministers, as well, will see prosperity.

Sowing and Reaping and The School of Obedience

  • The author connects financial prosperity with obeying God's Word.
  • This includes sowing seeds (tithes and offerings) faithfully.
  • A harvest of prosperity follows as a result of faithful sowing.

Godliness is Profitable in All Things

  • The book argues that godliness (living a life in accord with God's teachings is essential for prosperity, both now and in the future.
  • It discusses how bodily discipline is worthwhile for a limited time, but godliness has profound and lasting benefits.

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