God desires that His children enjoy prosperity — spiritually, emotionally, and financially. But in God’s Kingdom, financial fortune doesn’t come by guesswork or hustle culture. Joshua 1:8 reveals the secret: meditate on God’s Word, speak it, live by it — and then you will make your way prosperous.
Financial fortune flows through three major channels: Your Thoughts, Your Words, and Your Works. Let’s explore each one through both scripture and real-life understanding.
1. YOUR THOUGHTS — What’s on Your Mind Matters
“As a man thinks in his heart, so is he.” — Proverbs 23:7
Your mindset sets the pace for your financial journey. If your thoughts are dominated by fear, scarcity, or self-doubt, it becomes difficult to access divine provision. But when your mind is renewed by the Word, your thoughts begin to align with God’s abundance
“Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it are the issues of life.” – Proverbs 4:23
“The Lord does not look at the things people look at… the Lord looks at the heart.” – 1 Samuel 16:7
“Though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does… we take captive every thought.” – 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
God often releases divine ideas and solutions during quiet moments of meditation. That’s why scriptures tell us to let the Word dwell richly in us. (Colossians 3:16) Right thinking produces right believing — and eventually, right living.
2. YOUR WORDS — Speak Life, Not Lack
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue.” — Proverbs 18:21
What you say with your mouth today determines what you experience tomorrow. You can’t keep confessing struggle and expect abundance. Your mouth is the watering can for your seed — the words you speak either nourish or destroy the future you’re sowing into.
“You shall have whatever you say.” – Mark 11:23
“Whoever would love life and see good days must keep their tongue from evil.” – Psalm 34:12-13
“Through the blessing of the upright a city is exalted, but by the mouth of the wicked it is destroyed.” – Proverbs 11:11
“The lips of the wise promote instruction.” – Proverbs 16:23
“By your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned.” – Matthew 12:37
Thanksgiving is one of the greatest ways to tame your tongue. When you’re full of gratitude, you’re less likely to speak doubt, fear, or frustration.
“Let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise — the fruit of lips that openly profess his name.” – Hebrews 13:15
“Set a guard over my mouth, Lord; keep watch over the door of my lips.” – Psalm 141:3
3. YOUR WORKS — What Are You Doing Wit
“Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might.” — Ecclesiastes 9:10
Financial fortune is not magic — it flows through responsibility and diligence. God blesses the works of your hands, not your wishes. You don’t wait to find the perfect job before you start. Start where you are, with what you have, and do it well.
“Blessed is the man… whatever he does shall prosper.” – Psalm 1:3
“The hand of the diligent will rule, but the lazy will be put to forced labor.” – Proverbs 12:24
“Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will stand before kings.” – Proverbs 22:29
“Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth.” – Proverbs 10:4
“I must work the works of him that sent me while it is day.” – John 9:4
Many times, divine ideas flow during your work or meditation. Just like Isaac prospered in famine because he sowed in the land, God multiplies effort, not excuses.
“And Isaac sowed in that land, and received in the same year a hundredfold.” – Genesis 26:12
🚫 Enemies of Financial Fortune in the Kingdom
Even when you’re aligned with the right channels, certain attitudes and actions can block your flow of financial favour. Be mindful of these enemies:
- Money Worship – When money takes God’s place in your heart. (Exodus 32:31)
- Wastefulness – Wasting time, money, and opportunities cuts off increase. (Luke 15:13–15; John 6:12)
- Covetousness – Always wanting what others have opens the door to greed. (Luke 12:15; 1 Timothy 6:6–10)
- Neglect of Kingdom Investment – Ignoring giving, serving, or supporting God’s work limits financial breakthrough. (Malachi 3:10)
- Financial Impropriety – Engaging in fraud, scams, theft, or dishonesty attracts curses, not blessings. (Zechariah 5:4)
In Summary
Financial fortune in the Kingdom is rooted in covenant principles — not guesswork. God honours right thoughts, right words, and diligent works.
So…
🧠 Train your mind with the Word.
👄 Tame your tongue with thanksgiving.
🙌 Engage your hands with diligence.
Everything God promises is real — but it flows through your alignment with His process.
Written by Oluwatoyosi Malomo
Inspired by the teachings of Bishop David Oyedepo (Living Faith Church Worldwide – Winners Chapel)