Day 92: Trusting in Riches vs. Trusting in God

Day 92: Trusting in Riches vs. Trusting in God

Scripture Reading: Proverbs 28:18–28

Key Verse:

“Whoever trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will flourish like a green leaf.”

— Proverbs 11:28 (ESV; echoed in Proverbs 28:25)

Reflection

It is not money that is the problem—it is trusting in money. Solomon doesn’t condemn wealth in Proverbs 28, but he does expose the false security it offers. Wealth may impress the world, but it cannot protect the soul. Only righteousness—anchored in a deep trust in God—leads to lasting peace and flourishing.

Integrity leads to security; deceit leads to downfall (v. 18).

A life of integrity is not flashy, but it is firm. The person who walks in truth will be kept safe, while the one who is crooked and manipulative will fall suddenly and hard. Trusting in riches often goes hand-in-hand with cutting corners, exploiting others, or living with divided motives—and the consequences are severe.

Favoring the rich leads to injustice (v. 21).

God is not impressed with social status or bank accounts. Leaders who show favoritism, especially in matters of justice, undermine their credibility and sow corruption. Wisdom calls us to treat every person with fairness and dignity, regardless of their wealth or influence.

Greed creates chaos; trust in God brings peace (v. 25).

Solomon draws a sharp contrast here: Greedy people stir up strife. Why? Because greed never rests. It drives people to compete, manipulate, and hoard. But those who trust in the Lord—who believe God is enough—will be richly blessed, even when they have little.

Generosity is the fruit of trust (v. 27).

The one who gives to the poor lacks nothing. Why? Because generosity reflects a heart that trusts God to provide, not a wallet that clings to control. On the other hand, those who shut their eyes to the needs of others will receive curses—not just from God, but from the people they’ve neglected.

This passage invites us to check the foundation of our confidence. Are we trusting in income, influence, or investments—or in the God who holds it all? Wealth can disappear. Influence can fade. But God never fails, and those who walk with Him will flourish—even in dry seasons.

Word Study: Trust (בָּטַח, batach)

The Hebrew word batach means “to place one’s confidence, to feel secure.” It speaks of relying on something or someone fully—a settled, unshakable confidence.

For leaders, batach challenges us: Is your confidence in your resources or your Redeemer? In your financial strategy or in God’s sovereign care?

Challenge

Reflect on where your security comes from.

1. Are you tempted to trust in your wealth, reputation, or position for peace?

2. Are you generous with what God has given you, or holding tightly out of fear?

Write down one area where you need to let go of control and trust God more deeply this week. Then look for one way to practice generosity as an act of faith.

Leadership in Action

Consider how trust in God shapes your leadership.

• Are you modeling contentment and generosity, or are you leading from fear and self-preservation?

• Are you building your team, family, or ministry on eternal values, or on temporary resources?

This week, lead from a posture of peace, not panic—trusting God more than the bottom line.

Prayer

Father, teach me to trust You more than I trust anything else. I confess that I sometimes find security in the things I can see and control, rather than in You. Help me to walk in integrity, lead with generosity, and rest in Your provision. Let my leadership reflect a heart fully surrendered to You, rich in faith and anchored in truth. In Jesus’ name, amen.