Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Financial Debt?
16 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Financial Debt in the Bible
What does the Bible say about financial debt? Browse 17 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 10 Verses About Financial Debt
- 1Deuteronomy 8:18
“But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day.”
KJV - 2Psalms 34:17
“The righteous cry, and the LORD heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.”
KJV - 3Psalms 37:21
“The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous sheweth mercy, and giveth.”
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- 5Proverbs 3:9
“Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:”
KJV - 6Proverbs 13:22
“A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children's children: and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just.”
KJV - 7Proverbs 21:20
“There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.”
KJV - 8Proverbs 22:7
“The rich ruleth over the poor, and the borrower is servant to the lender . the lender: Heb. the man that lendeth”
KJV - 9Malachi 3:10
“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it. pour: Heb. empty out”
KJV - 10Matthew 6:24
“No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.”
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Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Financial Debt? (9 Verses)
“But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day.”
“The righteous cry, and the LORD heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.”
“The wicked borroweth, and payeth not again: but the righteous sheweth mercy, and giveth.”
“Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.”
“Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:”
“A good man leaveth an inheritance to his children's children: and the wealth of the sinner is laid up for the just.”
“There is treasure to be desired and oil in the dwelling of the wise; but a foolish man spendeth it up.”
“The rich ruleth over the poor, and the borrower is servant to the lender . the lender: Heb. the man that lendeth”
“Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it. pour: Heb. empty out”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Financial Debt? (7 Verses)
“No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.”
“For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it?”
“Render therefore to all their dues: tribute to whom tribute is due; custom to whom custom; fear to whom fear; honour to whom honour.”
“Owe no man any thing, but to love one another: for he that loveth another hath fulfilled the law.”
“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
“And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily , as to the Lord, and not unto men;”
“Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Financial Debt
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about financial debt. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about financial debt and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about financial debt is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on financial debt needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about financial debt with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about financial debt, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About Financial Debt?
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