Meaning of the word "put your trust in God, and keep your powder dry" in English

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put your trust in God, and keep your powder dry

US /pʊt jɔːr trʌst ɪn ɡɑːd, ænd kiːp jɔːr ˈpaʊ.dɚ draɪ/
UK /pʊt jɔː trʌst ɪn ɡɒd, ænd kiːp jɔː ˈpaʊ.də draɪ/
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Idiom

to rely on spiritual faith or luck while also remaining practical and prepared for action

Example:
We have planned everything for the launch, but now we must put our trust in God and keep our powder dry.
In times of crisis, it is wise to put your trust in God and keep your powder dry.