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Episode 80 – Choose Life and Blessing Daily: How to Avoid the Default of Death and Cursing!

By Ryan Hicks | June 30, 2026

Start each day decreeing this over your life: “Today, I choose life! Today, I choose blessing! Today, I choose to serve the LORD! I will not default to anything less than what God has promised me!” Download this affirmation as a downloadable and printable image at: https://taughttoprofit.com/download/Choose_Life_And_Blessing_Affirmation_Card_TaughtToProfit.com.jpg

Unlock the profound power of your daily choices and understand how to intentionally activate a life of blessing and prosperity instead of defaulting to a path of cursing. In this essential video from TaughtToProfit, I dive deep into the pivotal Scripture of Deuteronomy 30:19, where God lays out a clear, unambiguous choice: “I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live.” This verse isn’t merely historical; it’s a timeless principle for every believer today, revealing that our destinies are not solely predetermined by fate or a mysterious “God’s will” for suffering, but are profoundly shaped by our active decisions.

Many individuals mistakenly believe that life’s challenges, setbacks, and periods of lack are simply random occurrences or an inevitable part of their journey, sometimes even attributing negative experiences to God’s plan for their lives. However, this video challenges that passive mindset, showing you that blessing is not the automatic default for those who are inactive. Instead, the Bible teaches us that consistently choosing life and blessing is a daily, intentional act. When we fail to make that conscious choice for prosperity and well-being, the Scripture warns that we inadvertently default to “death and cursing.” This isn’t God actively punishing us; rather, it’s the natural consequence of not engaging with His divine invitation to choose the path of abundance.

I explore why so many people observe negative experiences around them and incorrectly conclude that these are simply “part of life.” They are often witnessing the default consequences for those who do not actively engage their Scriptural authority to choose blessings, and then mistakenly thinking that these negative experiences are just what we must expect from life. Learn how to break free from this cycle of passive acceptance and embrace the Biblical truth of your empowered will. Discover practical ways to actively choose life and blessing every single day through the transformative power of your words, as highlighted in Proverbs 18:21 (“Death and life are in the power of the tongue:”), and by renewing your mind according to Romans 12:2 (“be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind,”). TaughtToProfit is dedicated to empowering you to live a life that reflects God’s desire for your wholeness, abundance, and success. Watch now and begin making the choices that lead to your promised inheritance of life and blessing!

Beyond Appearances: A Scriptural Guide to Reshaping Your Reality!

By Ryan Hicks | June 29, 2026

Unlock the profound Biblical truth that your mind is not merely an observer of reality, but an active participant in its creation. In this transformative session from TaughtToProfit, we dive deep into why “the mind that clings to appearances keeps recreating those appearances!” This is a powerful concept that can either trap you in cycles of limitation or propel you into new dimensions of Christian prosperity and fulfillment. Discover how your perception, thoughts, and beliefs directly shape your external world, often without you even realizing it. I explore critical Scriptural foundations that illuminate this principle, providing you with a roadmap to intentionally reshape your reality.

First, I uncover the wisdom of Proverbs 4:23, which instructs us to “Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.” Learn what it truly means to guard your “heart,” your inner world of thoughts, intentions, and beliefs. Learn how its diligent protection is paramount to determining every outcome and experience in your life. Understand the danger of allowing current, often undesirable, appearances to dictate your internal state and, consequently, the trajectory of your future.

Next, prepare to be empowered by the revolutionary words of Jesus in Mark 9:23: “If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.” This segment challenges you to move beyond the visible limitations and perceived impossibilities that appearances present. I discuss how a mind rooted in belief, rather than in observable facts alone, has the divine capacity to transcend and transform circumstances. Discover how your faith is the key to overriding the narratives of lack, sickness, or limitation that your physical senses might currently communicate.

Finally, I solidify this understanding with the profound insight from Proverbs 23:7, declaring: “For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he…” This powerful Scripture reveals the direct and undeniable link between your inner thought patterns and your outward reality. I delve into how your consistent mental self-perception, your deepest convictions, and your internal dialogue literally shape your identity and your experiences. Explore the critical mistake of identifying with limiting appearances rather than embracing the boundless truth of your Biblical identity and potential.

This comprehensive session provides practical, Scripturally-backed strategies to break free from the cycle of recreating unwanted appearances. Learn to consciously shift your focus from what is to what God’s Word says is possible for you. Empower yourself to cultivate a mind firmly rooted in divine promises, not fleeting circumstances. It’s time to stop letting visible reality dictate your potential and start allowing divine truth to redefine your entire existence. Join us at TaughtToProfit and embark on a journey to master your mindset for unprecedented Christian prosperity and a truly transformed life.

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Music Credit:

“Beauty” Ryan Hicks
Conscious Positivity: Volume 1
https://www.ConsciousPositivity.com

Healing All That Are Oppressed — Including Your Finances!

By Ryan Hicks | June 26, 2026

Discover the Unseen Truth About Your Finances: It’s Not God’s Will for You to Live in Lack!

Are you tired of the financial pressure, the constant feeling of “never enough,” and doors that consistently close on your opportunities? What if the lack you’ve been experiencing isn’t your destiny, isn’t “just the way things are,” and most certainly isn’t from God? At TaughtToProfit, I am unveiling a powerful Biblical truth that the Church often overlooks: financial oppression is a work of the devil, and Jesus came to destroy it! Just as Jesus healed “all that were oppressed of the devil” from sickness and disease (Acts 10:38), He also came to set you free from financial bondage.

This comprehensive teaching explores the powerful truth that oppression extends far beyond physical ailments. To oppress means to weigh down, to hold under, to keep pressed beneath something. While sickness weighs down the body, financial lack weighs down a life, limiting your potential, hindering your ability to bless others, and preventing you from walking in your full purpose in Christ Jesus. Just as the woman bound by Satan for eighteen years needed to be loosed (Luke 13:16), so too can financial hardship bind individuals, bowing them over and restricting their lives. I delve into John 10:10, where Jesus reveals the thief’s agenda: “to steal, and to kill, and to destroy,” contrasting it with His divine mission to bring “life, and that they might have it more abundantly.” The act of “stealing” is a financial term, clearly indicating the enemy’s intent to drain and impoverish those who allow his works in their lives.

God’s desire for you is not lack, but overflowing abundance! I meticulously stack powerful Scriptures to establish God’s unwavering will for your prosperity. From 2 Corinthians 8:9, you will uncover the divine exchange: “though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, that ye through his poverty might be rich.” This means poverty was the price He paid, and riches are the result He purchased for you. Leaving this exchange unclaimed is to settle for less than your inheritance in Christ. Proverbs 10:22 declares, “The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it,” distinguishing God’s pure, trouble-free riches from the often sorrow-laden wealth of the world. 3 John 2 emphasizes, “Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth,” placing prosperity and health as paramount desires of God. Psalm 35:27 reveals that the Lord “hath pleasure in the prosperity of his servant,” confirming that your abundance is His delight. I also explore Philippians 4:19, promising that “my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus,” and 2 Corinthians 9:8, assuring that “God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work.” These verses paint a picture of overflow, not mere survival.

The core of this revelation lies in 1 John 3:8: “For this purpose the Son of God was manifested, that he might destroy the works of the devil.” Is financial lack a work of God or a work of the devil? By tracing the enemy’s agenda to steal, oppress, and bind, and contrasting it with God’s pleasure in your prosperity and His desire to make you rich, it becomes undeniably clear: hardship and poverty are the oppressor’s handiwork, and Jesus was manifested to destroy them. You must never attribute your lack to God’s will; He sent His Son to undo it!

Furthermore, this teaching highlights that you have already been redeemed out of financial curse and into blessing. Galatians 3:13-14 teaches that “Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law… That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus Christ…” Poverty belongs to the curse; Christ redeemed you into the blessing of Abraham, who was “very rich.” Deuteronomy 8:18 reinforces this, stating that “it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant…” Financial freedom is part of your covenant inheritance, not a distraction from it.

Finally, I empower you with the practical Biblical strategy for victory, as revealed in Revelation 12:11: “And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony…” The finished work of the Blood of Jesus purchased your victory, but your testimony, what you consistently declare as true about your finances, is how you give voice to and enforce that victory. Are you testifying of God’s Word for your abundance or to the enemy’s lies of lack? Learn to align your words with the Blood, and actively overcome financial oppression by speaking God’s promises over your life.

Stop accepting lack as “normal” or “God’s plan.” Name it for what it is: oppression. Agree with God’s Word, receive what Christ already purchased, and walk in the expectancy of financial freedom. The Anointing that healed the sick is the same Anointing that breaks every oppression, including the financial kind. You were never meant to live bowed down under the oppressor’s works. There is no limitation to you in Christ!

To learn more about living a victorious, prosperous, and rich life in Christ, make sure to sign up for the TaughtToProfit Member Vault today at https://taughttoprofit.com/member-vault/

Music Credit:

“Beauty” Ryan Hicks
Conscious Positivity: Volume 1
https://www.ConsciousPositivity.com

Episode 79 – Unequally Yoked in Business: Partnering Wisely for Christian Prosperity!

By Ryan Hicks | June 23, 2026

Are you a Christian entrepreneur or business leader seeking to build a prosperous enterprise that truly honors God? Have you ever considered the profound implications of the Biblical principle of being “unequally yoked” beyond personal relationships? At TaughtToProfit, I am exploring a critical aspect of Christian business acumen: selecting the right partners in commerce. This comprehensive guide delves deep into the spiritual and practical implications of 2 Corinthians 6:14, revealing how this powerful verse of Scripture applies directly to your contracts, joint ventures, vendor agreements, and even your supply chain relationships. Discover the hidden dangers and potential pitfalls of aligning with individuals or organizations whose core values, ethical standards, and ultimate vision do not align with your God-given purpose and Biblical principles of prosperity.

This podcast outlines the specific challenges faced when unequally yoked in business, such as differing ethical frameworks that can lead to moral compromises, conflicting decision-making styles that generate constant strife, and the spiritual friction that inevitably arises when your faith-driven approach clashes with a purely secular mindset. Learn how such disparities can lead to unnecessary conflict, hinder your business growth, compromise your integrity, and even damage your Christian testimony in the marketplace. The podcast uses Scripture like Amos 3:3 to underscore the impossibility of truly walking together without agreement.

More importantly, I will equip you with actionable strategies for wise partner selection, ensuring your business endeavors are founded on integrity and spiritual harmony. Explore the transformative power of prayer and discernment, understanding how to seek God’s divine direction (Proverbs 3:5-6) in every single business decision you make. I’ll guide you through the essential process of conducting thorough due diligence, emphasizing the importance of researching potential partners’ reputations and aligning values. Furthermore, you’ll learn the immense value of communicating clearly about your values and expectations upfront, and the wisdom found in seeking Godly counsel (Proverbs 15:22) from trusted mentors. Understand why prioritizing alignment over fleeting opportunities is not just good business sense, but a fundamental principle for sustainable, righteous prosperity that truly honors God. This isn’t just about avoiding “bad” partners; it’s about strategically cultivating relationships that uplift, support, and accelerate your journey toward Biblical prosperity, allowing God’s blessings to flow freely through your enterprise. Join me in learning how to build a business that not only thrives financially but also reflects your faith and honors God in every partnership and agreement. Visit the TaughtToProfit Member Vault for more insights into Christian business principles and Scriptural strategies for divine prosperity.

The Modern Merchant of Pearls: Finding Hidden Value for Kingdom Profit!

By Ryan Hicks | June 22, 2026

Unlock the transformative power of Biblical wisdom applied to modern business with TaughtToProfit’s latest video, “The Modern Merchant of Pearls: Finding Hidden Value for Kingdom Profit.” In this compelling exploration, I delve into the timeless parable of the merchant seeking goodly pearls (Matthew 13:45-46) to reveal practical strategies for identifying overlooked opportunities and creating significant value in today’s dynamic marketplace.

Are you ready to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset that sees beyond the obvious? This video equips you with the discernment and actionable steps required to become a true “merchant of pearls” in your own ventures. I break down the three critical arenas where hidden value often resides: secondary marketplaces, uncovering undervalued assets and the art of profitable reselling; unoptimized systems, revealing how to spot inefficiencies and create solutions that streamline processes and enhance productivity; and emerging trends, guiding you to anticipate shifts and position yourself at the forefront of innovation.

Learn to distinguish true potential from fleeting fads (something many resellers failed to do when they loaded up on Stanley cups or Labubus), understanding that a “goodly pearl” isn’t always shiny on the surface. I emphasize the importance of seeing beyond present value, developing a keen eye for intrinsic worth, and recognizing the “gaps” in the market where unmet needs present golden opportunities. Drawing on Scriptural principles, I highlight how discernment, wisdom from Proverbs, and a stewardship mindset are your most powerful tools in this pursuit.

Finally, I address the often-challenging but essential step of decisive action. Just like the merchant who “sold all that he had” for the pearl of great price, I explore the commitment required to capitalize on significant opportunities. This isn’t about reckless or foolish behavior, but rather calculated investment of time, effort, and resources, coupled with the faith-driven boldness to overcome fear and hesitation. Discover how to strategically execute your vision and transform potential into tangible Kingdom profit.

Join the TaughtToProfit community and embrace your calling to create wealth with purpose. This video is an essential guide for Christian entrepreneurs, business leaders, and anyone seeking to align their financial success with their faith. Explore how diligent search, keen identification, and decisive action can unlock profound opportunities for you and for God’s Kingdom. Visit TaughtToProfit.com for more resources, courses, and community support designed to help you integrate Biblical principles into every aspect of your business and financial journey. Don’t just work hard; work smart, work wisely, and uncover the pearls of great price waiting for you to find them.

Music Credit:

“Beauty” Ryan Hicks
Conscious Positivity: Volume 1
https://www.ConsciousPositivity.com

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