Planning and Saving for the Future According to the Bible

In the wisdom literature of the Bible, we find a balance between diligent planning and trusting in the divine. Proverbs 21:5 emphasizes the benefits of careful planning and hard work, leading to prosperity, while hasty decisions may lead to poverty. Yet, we are reminded in Matthew 6:19-21 that our ultimate investment should be in heavenly treasures, not earthly ones that are subject to decay and theft. The Biblical narrative does not discourage planning; instead, it endorses wise planning that aligns with divine principles. Luke 14:28-30 encourages counting the cost before undertaking endeavors, and James 4:13-15 humbly acknowledges that our future is in God's hands, advising us to say, 'If it is the Lord's will, we will live and do this or that.'