We understand that you are facing financial difficulties due to unpaid debts, and we want to support you in prayer and biblical guidance. First, let us address the issue of borrowing and lending in the light of Scripture.
WEB Psalm 37:21 The wicked borrow, and do not pay back, but the righteous give generously.
WEB Proverbs 3:27-28
27 Do not withhold good from those who deserve it, when it is in your power to act.
28 Do not say to your neighbor, Go, and come back again, and tomorrow I will give; when you have it by you.
It is clear that non-repayment of debts is considered wickedness, and as believers, we should strive to be righteous in our dealings. It is also important to note that these are disputes between believers, which should be handled with care and compassion.
Let us pray together:
Dear Heavenly Father,
We come before you in Jesus' mighty name, lifting up Gwylaich and her family's financial situation. Lord, you know the struggles they are facing due to unpaid debts, and we ask for your divine intervention. Please soften the hearts of those who owe them money, and convict them to pay back what they owe promptly. Help Gwylaich and her family to communicate effectively and lovingly with the debtors, reminding them of their obligations.
Father, we also pray for wisdom and guidance for Gwylaich and her family. Help them to manage their finances according to your principles, and to make wise decisions regarding lending and borrowing in the future. We know the scripture (WEB Ecc 12:1-7) exhorts us to give generiously as follows:
Cast your bread on the waters; for you shall find it after many days.
Give a portion to seven, yes, even to eight; for you do not know what evil will be on the earth.
In Jesus' mighty name, we rebuke the spirit of deceit and avoidance that has caused these delays, and we declare that all debts will be paid in full and on time. We thank you, Lord, for your faithfulness and provision. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.
Now, let us address the individual cases:
Sources: Brother's friend, available in, WEB Acts 5:3-4
We must be honest and forthright, not deceiving others about our actions or intentions. We ought to behave righteously to others, a blessing and not a stumbling block. Recognizing this is a church member, you should follow the rules in WEB Matt 18:15 to restore he fellowship. Further, consider other Christians, offering the need to WEB Exo 22:7 with witnesses during further negotiations.
Husband's friend from last year, available in, WEB Prov 3:28
Your husband has his part to straighten out by receiving payment from the other Believer. He has an even greater responsibility along the same lines for others not readily paying back some payments.
Sisters owings of 15K, available in, WEB 1Tim 5:4
It should be your husbands responsibility (if she is single and living with your parents) to take charge of these needs. But if she belongs to another Christian Believer, it is his responsible to care for her.We do understand fornication and adultery have been addressed.
Friends still owing 14K, available in, WEB Prov 3:9
You again must deal with each individual separately and honor God with your money. You will need to follow the scriptures for paying back her balance also, particularly romance 13:8.
Your parents on marriage issues 1.4 lakh, available in, WEB Num 30:2, Deu 24:16; Eze 18:19-20
Parents are responsible along with the groom's parents. Again the scriptures do address the fact every person is responsible for their own sin and debts. These I ou's are marriage costs,
and we would argue the other part should pay them back.
We encourage you to lovingly approach those who owe you money and communicate, with all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love; endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace (WEB Eph 4:2-3) and seek to reconcile involved marriage relationships along with recovering money among parties like Scripture directed. As much as possible, and in spines with the word of God. You can consult your church about Christian mediation but we do wan you to avoid secular arbitration methods. Lastly we trust you are involved in a Bible believing Bible teaching Bible practicing local church where you can find help, comfort and assistance for all these issues and many more.