Look At the Sparrows with Taylor Standridge and Chad Clark

Sep 12, 2024

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“Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?” - Matthew 6:26

God has promised to provide, and He is ever faithful. Knowing that is one thing; believing and living by it is another. Taylor Standridge and Chad Clark join us today to launch a brand new tool to help you overcome financial fear and anxiety.

Taylor Standridge and Chad Clark (along with Carolyn Calupca) are the authors of the new FaithFi devotional “Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety.” Chad Clark is also the Executive Director of FaithFi: Faith & Finance, and Taylor Standridge is the Production Director of FaithFi: Faith & Finance.

Why This Devotional is So Important

At FaithFi, we're excited to introduce a brand new resource, Look at the Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and Anxiety. This devotional, authored by Taylor Standridge and Chad Clark, with contributions from Carolyn Calupca, addresses one of the most pressing issues many people face today—financial anxiety. This resource is designed to guide you through the challenges of financial fear, helping you find peace and rest in God's promises.

Financial anxiety is a struggle that many people face daily. Whether it's on the Faith and Finance radio program, through our app, or in our community, we hear about it all the time. Financial anxiety isn’t just about the numbers in your bank account; it runs much deeper, often affecting us on a spiritual level. This devotional was born out of a desire to help people recognize the root of their financial anxieties and to offer practical, biblical solutions that lead to peace.

The Structure of the Devotional

The devotional is beautifully structured into seven sections, each containing three devotionals. Each section begins with a portion of Jesus's Sermon on the Mount, and the following devotionals build on that theme. The sections cover topics like "You Can't Serve God and Money," "Don't Be Anxious About Your Life," and "Seek First the Kingdom of God."

But this devotional is more than just a daily reading. It invites you to engage deeply with the content. Each day includes a Scripture passage, a devotional reflection, questions for deeper thought, a guided prayer, and a pivotal truth to ponder throughout the day. By the end of the 21 days, you'll have memorized Matthew 6:19-34, grounding you in God's Word as you navigate your financial journey.

The Design Behind the Devotional

The design of Look at the Sparrows is as thoughtful as its content. We wanted the design to reflect the experience of financial anxiety and the hope that God offers. The black-and-white theme symbolizes the darkness of fear, while a pop of gold represents both worldly treasure and the eternal hope we find in God. This design is intended to draw you into the devotional, helping you to focus on the themes of treasure, trust, and God's provision.

Experiencing Peace Through Trust in God

One of the key messages of this devotional is learning to trust God with your finances, freeing yourself from the grip of anxiety. We often try to control our financial future, but real peace comes when we trust that God knows our needs better than we do. This devotional encourages you to see God as your ultimate treasure, helping you to release your worries and rest in His provision.

How to Get Started

We invite you to dive into Look at the Sparrows and experience the transformation that comes from focusing on God's promises. You can learn more about this devotional and get your copy by visiting faithfi.com/sparrows.

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We hope and pray that Look at the Sparrows will help you break free from the weight of financial fear and anxiety, guiding you toward God being your ultimate treasure as you find peace and rest in Him. Join us on this 21-day journey, and let God transform your perspective on finances and life.

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