94 | Gaslighting My Gift: The Christian Excuses That Sound Holy But Keep You Broke

Key Talking Points:

• “I’m being patient and waiting on God.”
  → But it’s been 3 years and no action. Is it obedience or avoidance?

• “God hasn’t released me yet.”
  → Or have you just not taken the first step?

• “I don’t want to turn my gift into a business.”
  → Why not? Isn’t the laborer worthy of her wages? (Luke 10:7)

• “I just want to serve; I don’t need to get paid.”
  → That sounds holy, but you can’t serve well if you’re exhausted, under-resourced, or in survival mode.

• True humility submits your gift to God—not the fear of man.

• False humility says: “Who am I?”

• God says: “You are my workmanship.” (Ephesians 2:10)

• If God gave you a gift and you’re not using it, that’s not reverence. That’s rebellion wrapped in insecurity. (Ouch, I know.)

• God never equated poverty with holiness.

• Proverbs is full of wisdom about diligence, multiplication, and stewardship.

• You’re not meant to hoard wealth—but you are meant to create, manage, and multiply resources so you can bless others.

• God is your Source. Money is just a tool. Don’t confuse the two.

• Call it what it is. Fear. Doubt. Misbelief. Then repent and renew your mind.

• Start taking faith-led action—even small steps.

• Shift your language:
  From → “I’m not ready.”
  To → “I’m showing up while I grow.”

• Surround yourself with truth-tellers who will lovingly call out your excuses.

• Invite God to rewire your thoughts about business, wealth, and calling.

Let's Take Action:

Journal this:

• What have I been calling “spiritual” that is actually rooted in fear?

• Where have I gaslit my gift, and what’s one step I can take this week to show up in bold obedience?