Discover how to monetize your social media in 2025
Faith-based content is more in demand than ever. Scripture is quoted over 3.5 million times per day on social media—and surprisingly, many of these posts are making real money for the people behind them.
You don’t have to be a pastor. You don’t need to be a theologian. And you don’t even need to show your face. You just need a little creativity, a few digital tools, and the willingness to start.
In this post, I’ll walk you through five faith-based side hustles you can launch this week—no preaching, no tech experience, no audience required.
Let’s Clear Up a Few Myths
Before we dive into the five side hustles, let’s talk about some common misconceptions:
Myth 1: You have to be a pastor or Bible scholar.
Nope. Most people making money with Bible-based content are just regular folks who saw an opportunity and acted on it.
Myth 2: Talking about faith online feels too personal or awkward.
You don’t have to preach or be on camera. With faceless content, you can create visuals, devotionals, or even automate everything using tools like ChatGPT and Canva.
Myth 3: You can’t serve God and make money.
Money is a tool—not a master. If your digital gifts help others and provide for your family, that’s not selfish. That’s stewardship.
1. Start a Bible Verse Blog
If you like writing and want to earn passive income, this one’s for you.
What it is:
Create a website where you explain Bible verses. People search for things like “What does John 3:16 mean?” every single day. You can be the one who answers them.
Monetization Options:
- Google AdSense or display ads
- Affiliate links (e.g., Bibles, devotionals, journals)
- Your own digital products like study planners
Tools You’ll Need:
- WordPress for your site
- ChatGPT to help draft devotionals
- Canva for peaceful imagery
Potential Earnings:
Anywhere from $50 to $10,000/month depending on your traffic and monetization strategy.
2. Sell Digital Bible Verse Printables
If blogging feels like too much commitment, start here.
What it is:
Design Bible verse wall art, affirmations, or planner inserts and sell them online. You don’t have to ship anything—customers download and print.
Where to Sell:
- Etsy (be aware of fees and competition)
- Gumroad or Payhip
- Your own site using tools like Gbolt Systems
Marketing Tips:
- Promote on Pinterest, YouTube, Instagram
- Create simple reels with calming visuals and soft music
Potential Earnings:
$100–$500/month on the low end; up to $10K/month if you build an email list and keep promoting.
3. Create Faith-Based Notion Templates or Digital Planners
Perfect if you love organizing your life with checkboxes and dashboards.
What it is:
Build and sell Notion templates like prayer trackers, gratitude planners, or Bible study dashboards.
Pro Tip:
Hire someone on Fiverr to build the template for $25–$50 and sell it for $17+ to earn your investment back.
Tools to Use:
- Notion
- Canva (for thumbnails and instructions)
- Gumroad or Etsy to sell
Potential Earnings:
$50–$300/month for a few templates. Scale it to $5K+ with bundles and consistent promotion.
4. Do Christian Affiliate Marketing
You don’t have to create products to make money. Just promote existing ones.
What it is:
Find Christian-friendly affiliate programs (Dayspring, Christian Book, ShareASale), promote them on social media or your blog, and earn a commission for every sale.
Platforms to Use:
- YouTube
- Linktree or a personal website
What Works Well:
- Bible study guides
- Devotionals
- Christian gifts
Potential Earnings:
$100–$500/month with low-ticket items, but scale to $10K+/month with a blog, YouTube channel, or mailing list.
5. Launch a Bible Verse Text Message Membership
This is recurring income at its finest.
What it is:
Send daily or weekly Bible verses via text message. People subscribe for $5–$10/month for daily encouragement.
Tools You’ll Need:
- SlickText, GoHighLevel, or similar SMS platforms
- ChatGPT or Canva to create themed messages
- A website or social presence to promote
Bonus Tip:
Offer bonus printables or a free trial to increase sign-ups.
Potential Earnings:
$100–$500/month with 20–50 subscribers. Scale to $5K/month+ with automation and volume.
Don’t Fall Into These Common Traps
1. Doing too much at once:
Pick one hustle. Master it before adding more.
2. Overthinking your niche:
Take action. You’ll learn faster by doing.
3. Thinking ministry and money can’t mix:
You’re not selling salvation. You’re building sustainability.
4. Waiting for the perfect time:
There’s no such thing. Start now.
Final Thoughts
You don’t need permission to start. You don’t need perfection. You just need to take the first step.
If you’ve got a heart to serve and a desire to build something that blesses others while supporting yourself, any one of these side hustles can help you do just that.
Let me know in the comments: which idea are you going to start first?
And if you want help staying consistent after the motivation fades, check out [Platform Proof Prophets]—my step-by-step guide to building income that doesn’t depend on algorithms, gatekeepers, or a huge audience.