Written by Tanisha Taylor, Financial & Life Coach
Tanisha Taylor is an inspirational leader in financial, life, and ministry wellness. Her journey, sparked by a childhood money encounter with her grandfather, has led her to a profound understanding of the impact of money on individuals' lives.
I will not live in lack, for the Lord is my Shepherd, and I find provision and peace in His wisdom. I walk in God's guidance, trusting He supplies all my needs according to His riches in glory. I reject fear and scarcity and embrace the wisdom to steward, sow, and speak life over my destiny. Because I follow His way, I lack no good thing.
Speak life into your future & future generations can be challenging, but there are a few steps you can take to make wealthy living easier.
W: Wisdom
Mental moment
Wisdom with experience, knowledge, and sound judgment "Lord, give me wisdom to see beyond the moment, courage to act with understanding, and humility to follow Your way." Today, I choose wisdom over impulse, truth over illusion.
Spiritual moment: Wealth in the Bible, God as the source of wealth
"But remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your ancestors, as it is today." Deuteronomy 8:18 (NIV)
Wealth is not inherently evil. It's seen as a blessing from God. However, wealth should not become an idol or a substitute for trusting God.
Story moment
My mother told my brothers to read proverbs to gain wisdom and understanding. The Book of Proverbs has many powerful instructions for understanding the principles of money and godly living.
Tool resource: Proverbs book
Speak life: Proverbs Speak Out Aloud.
Proverbs 8:18 With me are riches and honor, enduring wealth and prosperity. Proverbs 10:22 says that the blessing of the Lord brings wealth without painful toil for it.
Behavior plan: Reading, Memorize, Mediate, Pray, Faith.
Money tip: Windfall Wisdom bonus, promotion, tax refund gains, Wealth window saving, investing early, compound interest.
For example: Extra Total 1500.00
Action plan: April 1- April 30, 2025
Any extra giving: Give personally to others in need.
I live with wisdom and love, led by God's Spirit, not by pressure or pride. I give where God leads, knowing that generosity is a seed with purpose. I give cheerfully and freely, trusting that God multiplies every gift for His glory and my good. As I give, I do so with discernment, understanding that faithful giving reflects God's heart and advances His kingdom."
E: Experience
Mental moment: Encounters with money past, present & future
Through every season, I am learning to handle money with wisdom, faith, and purpose. My experiences have taught me that money is a tool, not my master, a resource to steward, and not a source of fear. I trust God as my ultimate provider, knowing I will make wise decisions with His guidance, sow generously, save diligently, and live with contentment. I release the fear of lack and embrace God's abundance, walking in financial peace and purpose."
Story moment: My journey owe no man nothing but to love them
As a young adult, I remember reading this, and it stands with me today to find ways not to owe anyone but to give love with actions to others.
Tool resource: Doing business by the good book by David Steward
Speak life: Proverbs Speak Out Aloud.
Proverbs 10:4 says lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth. Proverbs 13:11 Dishonest money dwindles, but whoever gathers money little by little makes it grow.
Behavior plan: Learning, Budgeting, Planning, Saving, Risk, Giving
Money tip: Evaluate Expenses and Expand Your Expertise
For example, April Audit Monthly Statement Needs & Wants
Action plan: Set an Appointment with a Banker or Financial Advisor
Appointment the first week of April.
A: Accountability
Mental moment: Seeking feedback and acting on it, owning your emotions with money
"I am accountable for the wealth and resources God has entrusted to me. I choose to handle money with integrity, wisdom, and purpose, knowing that every blessing comes with responsibility. I will not waste or misuse what has been given but will steward it to honor God, bless others, and fulfill my calling. I seek God's guidance in every financial decision and remain humble, knowing that true wealth is measured by what I have and how I use it to serve and uplift others. With God as my source, I walk in abundance with accountability."
Story moment: Every experience with accountability is successful
The journey in life can be most successful when you have accountability partners who help you with your goals. My life has been most successful when I had accountability partners. It was a fantastic experience to share space with five other individuals from different states and countries in a wealth group. We were able to grow in our financial awareness of wealth concepts.
Related article here.
Tool resource: Life mastery planner, goal setting planners
Speak life: Speak out Aloud.
Proverbs 14:23 All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty. Proverbs 21:5: The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.
Behavior plan: Regular Financial Reviews, Learning and Adapting, and Financial Wellness Checkups
Money tip: Audit Your Finances (Portfolio) & Account for Every Asset
For example, Deposits, Savings, Debt, and Retirement. Write a vision plan and goals and share them with your accountability partner.
Action plan: Find an Accountability Partner By April 15
Review Goals In Deposit, Savings, Debt, and Retirement with a continuous time to check in with them.
L: Leverage
Mental moment
You are confident in managing leverage and multiplying opportunities. Your wealth is built by what you know, who you know, and how you grow together. Leverage the power of meaningful relationships because when you align with the right people, doors open, ideas flourish, and success multiplies far beyond what money can buy.
Story moment: Family story love (Dysfunctional families)
When a family overcomes the emotional trauma and mental and psychological strain that can affect the building of financial wealth, I witnessed a family forgive and turn their dysfunctional behavior into a strong family business that provides financial resources for each member.
Tool resource
Love as a business strategy Mohammad F. Anwar (Author), Frank E. Danna (Author), Jeffrey F. Ma (Author)
(Family & Friends Business Organization) Collaborations
Speak life: Speak Out Aloud.
Proverbs 21:20: A wise man saves for the future, but a foolish man spends whatever he gets.
Proverbs 28:22: The stingy are eager to get rich and are unaware that poverty awaits them.
Behavior plan: Strategic and Analytical Risk Thinking
Money tip: Leverage for Appreciating Assets, Long-Term Investments, and Live Below Your Mean
For example: Start Family Business, Entrepreneurship Witty Invention, and Ideas to the Marketplace
Action plan: Fix some family relationships ASAP. I apologize, Ask for forgiveness, and Love one another.
T: Trust
Mental moment
Trust The Lord, Trust in Yourself, Trust In Others
Story moment
Common Law or Statutory Law
Tool resource
Estate & Trust Administration For Dummies by Margaret A. Munro, Kathryn A. Murphy, Kathryn A Murphy
Speak life: Speak Out Aloud
Proverbs 30:8 Keep falsehood and lie far from me; give me neither poverty nor riches but my daily bread.
Behavior plan: Doing things to create Abundance, Heart Posture is now for Succession and Legacy, Generational wealth, Ability to Give Freel
Money tip: Trust the Process with Your Trust- Legacy Generation & Wealth Building
For example, Estate Planning Will & Trust Options
Action plan: Learn more about the Trust Journey and contact an attorney for Statutory Trust or groups that offer Common Law Trust
H: Hospitality
Mental moment
Hospitality is one of the most significant forms of wealth, not measured by what you have but by what you give. When you open your heart and space to others, you create connections, Trust, and goodwill that no money can buy. True abundance is generosity, kindness, and the relationships we nurture by welcoming others. Hospitality is wealth because how you make people feel becomes a currency that opens doors, builds Trust, and creates lasting value beyond money.
Story moment
As I recall, 2024 was a year of intentional giving. I had many opportunities to share in connecting with others monetarily, and the act of service and giving opened doors for me and others in 2024. One of my favorites this year was the giving project with the local nursing home in the local community.
Related article here.
Tool resource
Unreasonable hospitality by Will Guidara (Author)
Speak life: Speak Out Aloud
Proverbs 30-9 Otherwise, I may have too much and disown you and say Who is the Lord or I may become poor and steal and dishonor the name of my God.
Behavior plan: Give, Give, and Give, then align your plans for another year of intentional giving
Money tip: Health is wealth in spirit, soul, and body for a quality life for yourself and others.
For example, Become Sponsors & Collaborate and Connect provides services to organizations that give back to the community.
Action plan: Practice giving people more than they expect
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True wealth goes beyond money. It is found in the wisdom that guides us, an experience that shapes us, accountability that grounds us, leverage that multiplies our impact, trust that connects us, and hospitality that opens hearts. Building wealth in these forms creates a life of abundance, influence, and meaningful relationships.
Tanisha Taylor, Financial & Life Coach
Tanisha Taylor is an inspirational leader in financial, life, and ministry wellness. Her journey, sparked by a childhood money encounter with her grandfather, has led her to a profound understanding of the impact of money on individuals' lives. Her mission, 'Control your money relationship, 'is a testament to her dedication to helping others create healthy and sustainable relationships with money and business.
