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What does it mean?
Spiritual preparation precedes financial commitment.
In plain terms
Pray before you spend money.
What can you take from it?
Seek guidance before making purchases.

Where it applies

  • budgeting
  • making large purchases

Putting it to work

  • planning finances
  • spiritual discipline

Questions to consider

  • How do you decide to spend?
  • Does prayer influence your budget?

Another view

It may not apply to necessary daily expenses.

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