A VISION FOR MY FINANCES
JOHN 10:10
”The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full."
INTRODUCTION
As Christians, we are called to steward our health in alignment with God’s vision for our lives. This devotional explores the dual responsibility of caring for our health—what we rely on from God (“God’s Side”) and what we must do in obedience (“Man’s Side”).
In my own life, I have faced the battle for health head-on. Doctors told me I had multiple types of aggressively spreading blood cancer (B-cell 2 and Mych lymphoma), with a 90% proliferation rate, meaning the cancer cells were supposed to double in size every 20 days. Before starting chemotherapy, I underwent surgery to remove a 4x4-inch tumor from my neck. I was also told “between the blood cancer and the chemotherapy, you’ll probably never have kids so begin protecting whatever fertility you have left.” Despite the direct reports, I held onto God’s promises and experienced His power to sustain and heal.
Here are a few things I learned along the way that not only helped me receive full healing in my body, but also become a father in the process.
UNDERSTAND “GOD’S SIDE” & “MAN’S SIDE”
Scripture reminds us in Ephesians 2:10 that, "We are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works." God provides promises, power, and guidance, but we are called to act in faith and obedience. Stewarding our health requires a partnership—a balance of trusting His provision and taking practical steps forward.
BUILDING A STRONG FOUNDATION
The first step is to build a strong foundation for your health, starting with God’s promises. Isaiah 53:5 reminds us, "By His stripes, we are healed." Align your thinking with God’s Word and ask, “What does God say about my health?” The Holy Spirit will help reveal areas that need transformation. On our side, we must identify limiting beliefs and unhealthy habits. As Romans 12:2 urges us, "Be transformed by the renewing of your mind." This involves replacing thoughts & behaviors that don’t serve us.
ANCHOR & PROTECT
When faced with challenges, it is essential to anchor your belief in God’s Word. Matthew 24:35 declares, "Heaven and earth will pass away, but My words will never pass away." Even if faced with a difficult diagnosis, God’s promises remain true. Protecting your belief is equally important. As 1 Corinthians 15:33 warns, "Do not be misled: 'Bad company corrupts good character.'" Be mindful of who you share health-related news with. Surround yourself with people who will stand with you in faith, not sow doubt.
LIVE AS IF
Jesus said in John 10:10, "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life." The enemy’s plan is clear: steal God’s Word from your heart, kill your mortal body, and destroy your hope for the future. Yet, we are not defenseless. James 4:7 commands us, "Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you." When we resist the enemy, he must flee because he is a defeated loser, not the ”opposite” of God. Live as if healing is already yours, knowing you stand in victory through Christ.
“When we resist the enemy, he must flee because he is a defeated loser”
STAYING IN VICTORY
Victory (or healing) is not something you strive to achieve; it is something you walk in because of Christ. As 1 Corinthians 15:57 declares, "But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ." While facts, such as a diagnosis, may change, God’s truth never does. John 17:17 reminds us, "Sanctify them by the truth; Your word is truth." Facts can change for the better just as easily as they can change for the worse. Keep declaring God’s promises over your life and live confidently in His truth.
CONCLUSION
Health is a partnership between God’s promises and our obedience. By aligning our actions with His Word and standing firm in faith, we honor Him and experience the abundant life He promises. Remember: you’re coming FROM victory. You’re not trying to get it. You can’t strive to “get” something that’s already yours.
PRAYER
Father, I thank You for showing me exactly what I need to do to walk in the fullness of what Your Word promises according to my body. I thank You that You don’t “give us” sickness to teach us, but rather You sent your Son, Jesus to heal anyone bold enough to ask and believe for it. I thank You for showing me strategies and specific actions to take in order to see breakthroughs in my health. It says in Psalm 91:16 With long life You will satisfy us and show us Your salvation. I receive LONG LIFE today and declare health and healing over my entire body. I break any prior agreements with a negative reports NOW. From this moment forward I place God’s TRUTH above any facts, symptoms, or bad reports. I have God’s truth on those facts. I know that living whole is a promise in Your word, and I receive my healing NOW. In Jesus’ name! AMEN.
- Landon Rhodes
ACTION STEPS FOR TODAY
Allow the Holy Spirit to show you things that people or doctors have spoken over you and you have partnered with. Using some of the scriptures provided and others found on your own, declare the word of God over your health and verbally break agreement with things spoken over you that do not align with His word.
RESOURCES
Want to listen to a message that dives into this more? Check out these podcast messages from some of the leaders at My City Church on God’s faithfulness to His promises.
