Trading with Jesus

Trading with Jesus

by Corey Robinson

Season 2

Small Habits Create Big Outcomes

Today I want to spend some time in the Book of Proverbs chapter 6, because this chapter carries a powerful reminder that success and failure are often not decided in one major moment, but through the small habits we build every single day. As traders, we often focus on finding the perfect strategy, the perfect setup, or the perfect entry, but God continually reminds us that character and discipline will always matter more than talent alone.

The Danger of Small Compromises

Today I want to spend some time in the Book of Proverbs chapter 5, because I believe this chapter teaches one of the most important lessons a trader can ever learn — and that lesson is understanding the danger of compromise.

Guard Your Heart More Than Your Portfolio

Today I want to spend some time in Book of Proverbs chapter 4, because I believe this chapter speaks directly to something every trader fights daily, and that is the battle happening internally. Most people think trading is about mastering strategy, understanding price action, or finding the perfect setup, but the longer you trade, the more you realize the real battle is not on the charts. The real battle is happening within you.

Trust God More Than the Trade

Today I want to spend some time in Book of Proverbs chapter 3, and I truly believe this chapter carries a message every trader needs to hear. In trading, one of the hardest battles we face has nothing to do with charts, indicators, or strategy. The hardest battle is surrendering control. As traders, we naturally want certainty. We want to know where price is going, when to enter, when to exit, and how to avoid loss altogether. But God reminds us that life was never meant to be lived leaning entirely on our own understanding.

Chase Heavenly Wisdom More Than Profit

Today I want to spend some time in Book of Proverbs chapter 2, and I think this chapter hits especially hard for anyone walking the journey of trading, entrepreneurship, or building anything that requires patience and discipline. The chapter opens by telling us that if we seek wisdom like silver and search for it like hidden treasure, then we will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God. Think about that for a second. Most traders spend countless hours chasing profits, hunting entries, backtesting strategies, and looking for the next edge in the market. But God is asking a deeper question: Are you pursuing heavenly wisdom with the same intensity that you pursue money?

Start the Week With Wisdom

Good morning and welcome back to Trading With Jesus. It’s Monday, a brand new week, and before we jump into charts, setups, profits, losses, or the emotions that come with trading, I want us to anchor ourselves in Book of Proverbs Chapter 1. Right out of the gate, God gives us a powerful reminder: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction.” That means real success — not just in trading, but in life — starts with putting God first. So many traders spend years chasing strategy after strategy, indicator after indicator, looking for the secret sauce, but neglect the one thing that matters most: wisdom. And wisdom doesn’t begin with more screen time… it begins with surrendering to God.

Built Slow, Built Right

Today we’re anchored in the Book of Proverbs 13:11, where the scripture says, Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it. That verse speaks directly to how we approach growth, especially in trading, because naturally we want things fast. Fast wins, fast payouts, fast progress. But the scripture gives a warning… what comes quickly without foundation usually doesn’t last.

Ask Before You Act

Today we’re anchored in James 1:5, where the scripture says, “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him. That verse is simple, but it’s something a lot of people overlook, especially in trading.

Don’t Force the Trade

Today we’re anchored in the Book of Psalms 27:14, where the scripture says, “Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!”. That verse is simple, but it hits hard, because it goes directly against what most people naturally want to do, especially in trading.

Aligned, Even When It’s Uncomfortable

Today we’re anchored in Gospel of Matthew 5:10, where Jesus Christ says, “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” That verse flips the way we normally think, because Jesus is saying you can be blessed even when things feel difficult, even when you’re facing resistance, even when doing the right thing costs you.

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