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~ “God’s wisdom is something mysterious that goes deep into the interior of his purposes.” ~Apostle Paul

Tag Archives: Money

“You cannot serve God and money.” ~Jesus

July 20, 2022

Who will I serve? It is a stunning question. Jesus now explains that behind the choice between two treasures (where I …

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“Whoever loves money never has money enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with his income” ~King Solomon

April 10, 2022

The main thing: We must be careful. Materialistic seduction can happen. We live in America and that is clear. If …

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Does Jesus know what we lack in our lives?

April 5, 2022

  And he said to him, “Teacher, all these I have kept from my youth.” 21 And Jesus, looking at him, …

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“Be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, thus storing up treasure for themselves as a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life.” ~Apostle Paul

October 31, 2021

This seems pretty timely. The economy goes up and down. That creates a lot of uncertainty. A lot of us …

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Will we serve money and wealth?

October 13, 2021

Want to know what Jesus thinks? Here is Everything Jesus had to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the …

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Are we being naïve about certain ministers?

October 8, 2021

This is quite common. I don’t think of it that way naturally, but it is when you start looking below …

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Should you give to beggars?

September 30, 2021

Jesus is noticeably clear and straightforward about giving to the poor. I do not know why it stumps so many …

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What is the challenge of too much wealth?

September 29, 2021

Materialism is defined as “the preoccupation with material things rather than intellectual or spiritual things.” If a disciple of Jesus …

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What are we working for?

July 22, 2021

What am I working for? Jesus wants to know. Jesus has some commands for me on this. I must act …

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What should I do when someone is begging for money?

July 16, 2021

It is a challenge. I see the homeless. Do I give them some money? Won’t they just use it to …

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Is it wrong to want material things? What does Jesus think?

May 15, 2021

  Material goods can turn our hearts away from God. The pursuit of possessions and wealth and a preoccupation with physical …

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Where should we keep our money?

March 29, 2021

Where is our treasure? What is important to us? Is Jesus our Master? Why it matters: Jesus told us to …

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Everything Jesus had to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving

November 9, 2020

Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …

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Is panic over money greed’s cousin?

September 14, 2020

Panic over money is greed’s cousin. Am I content with what I have? Do I have enough to eat and …

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When life falls apart, will a thick bankroll be of any help?

August 9, 2020

I sometimes think that money will save me. If I get in a tight spot, I know I can whip …

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Is what “we have” in terms of riches of any value to God?

May 9, 2020

Panic over money is greed’s cousin. Am I content with what I have? Do I have enough to eat and …

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“Now all the believers were together and held all things in common.” ~Luke

April 22, 2020

Jesus wants me to focus on the country where Jesus is in charge. That is the Kingdom of God. The …

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“Do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, tolerance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness leads you toward repentance?” ~Apostle Paul

April 17, 2020

Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …

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“And many others who were supporting them (Jesus and the disciples) from their possessions.” ~Luke

December 6, 2019

I have an obligation to support ministries that are spreading the good news of Jesus and making disciples. I don’t …

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“Make sure that your character is free from the love of money, being content with what you have.” ~Author of Hebrews

November 22, 2019

We live in a extremely materialist culture. Money has become an idol and much is measured by how much of …

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“Hard times will come in the last days. For people will be lovers of self, lovers of money, boastful, … lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, holding to the form of godliness but denying its power. Avoid these people.” ~Apostle Paul

November 12, 2019

I have to be careful. Materialistic seduction can happen. I live in America and that is clear. If materialism was …

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“Your riches have rotted and your garments have become moth-eaten. Your gold and your silver have rusted; and their rust will be a witness against you and will consume your flesh like fire.” ~James

August 19, 2019

Wealth and money is very elusive. Eventually all that will matter is eternity with God. We all know we can’t …

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What does Jesus think about capitalism?

May 22, 2019

Jesus wants me to focus on the country where Jesus is in charge. That is the Kingdom of God. The …

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Is wealth and money security against God’s displeasure?

May 18, 2019

Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …

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“The worry of the world and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word.” ~Jesus

March 24, 2019

I have no need to worry about anything. This is tough for me some days. I am a worrier for …

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Is love of money covetousness and a source of evil?

February 18, 2019

We live in a extremely materialist culture. Money has become an idol and much is measured by how much of …

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Is materialism a form of idolatry?

January 14, 2019

  Here is the wise warning from the Apostle John. I must pay attention. God doesn’t tolerate worship of anything …

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Can achievements give us false security?

December 11, 2018

I have to be careful to not fall into the trap that anything I have is the result of something …

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“Do you have any idea how difficult it is for the rich to enter God’s kingdom?” ~Jesus

November 7, 2018

Jesus, as always, asks a very penetrating question. The “rich young ruler” had just turned and left. He was very …

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“Go sell whatever you own and give it to the poor. All your wealth will then be heavenly wealth. And come follow me.” ~Jesus

October 29, 2018

  Jesus looks me hard in the eye. Jesus is clear. Jesus isn’t going to pull any punches with me. …

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“Lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal.” ~Jesus

September 12, 2018

What am I working for? Jesus wants to know. Jesus has some commands for me on this. I must act …

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“Whoever has the world’s goods, and sees his brother in need and closes his heart against him, how does the love of God abide in him?” ~Apostle John

August 21, 2018

Jesus tells me I “cannot serve both God and money.” (Luke 16:13) I must seek to be content with what …

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Wealth — John the Baptist on Fruits Worthy of Repentance

July 29, 2018

This is pretty stunning. Of course, John the Baptist is a prophet and is determined to speak the truth of …

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Materialism — Material Goods can Turn the Heart Away From God

June 10, 2018

Material goods can turn my heart away from God. The pursuit of possessions and wealth and a preoccupation with physical things …

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“No chance at all if you think you can pull it off by yourself. Every chance in the world if you let God do it.” ~Jesus

May 7, 2018

What Jesus said blew His disciples away. It was stunning. Am I hearing Jesus properly? Am I stunned? Am I …

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“You cannot serve God and wealth.” ~Jesus

April 20, 2018

The Jesus Manifest continues (Matthew 5-7). This is a critical teaching of Jesus. What should I think about money and …

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“Do not work for the food that perishes, but for the food that endures for eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you.” ~Jesus

April 14, 2018

The backdrop to this is the feeding of the five thousand. It is a truly stunning miracle. Jesus was moved …

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Everything Jesus had to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving

March 4, 2018

Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …

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“Prefer my life-disciplines over chasing after money, and God-knowledge over a lucrative career.” ~King Solomon

February 13, 2018

Prefer my life-disciplines over chasing after money,     and God-knowledge over a lucrative career. For Wisdom is better than all the …

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“Don’t think you need a lot of extra equipment for this. You are the equipment. No special appeals for funds. Keep it simple.” ~Jesus

September 23, 2017

Part of the way Jesus taught the Disciples was to send them out periodically to do the job. We call …

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“Don’t wear yourself out trying to get rich; restrain yourself!” ~King Solomon

September 19, 2017

I have a goal. I have a plan. I have dreams. They involve money. What does wisdom say about that? …

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“All these others made offerings that they’ll never miss; she gave extravagantly what she couldn’t afford—she gave her all!” ~Jesus

September 18, 2017

Jesus is looking. Jesus is going to challenge me. Am I ready? What will I give? Jesus is looking. Jesus …

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"Tell those rich in this world’s wealth to quit being so full of themselves and so obsessed with money." ~~Apostle Paul

April 30, 2017

I want to go after God. He is the rich one, not me. He can pile it on. Jesus, the …

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"A thick bankroll is no help when life falls apart, but a principled life can stand up to the worst." ~~King Solomon

January 22, 2017

I sometimes think that money will save me. If I get in a tight spot, I know I can whip …

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“All things are possible with God.” ~Jesus

May 14, 2016

Jesus had been talking with a rich man about some difficult things. He wasn’t willing to give up his possessions …

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"Give me a bent for your words of wisdom, and not for piling up loot." ~King David

April 6, 2016

King David knew what was important in life. His passion was for God’s word. Nothing delighted him more that to …

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"Money just draws flies." ~~ Mahalia Jackson

September 25, 2015

There is one thing for sure. If you have money, it is “attractive” to others. They will seek you out. …

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“A bank is a place that will lend you money if you can prove that you don’t need it.” ~Bob Hope

August 12, 2015

Some things are so true the are just plain funny. Now think about it. A bank is a place that …

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“I have never understood why it is ‘greed’ to want to keep the money you’ve earned, but not greed to want to want to take somebody else’s money.” ~~Thomas Sowell

February 26, 2015

This rings true. Generosity should be through the act of individuals. It always serves the needs of the deserving better …

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“Givers for God disarm the power of money.” -R. Kent Hughes

January 25, 2015

God loves a cheerful giver. God’s goal for us is that we use the financial gifts Jesus has given us to …

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"All this time and money wasted on fashion—do you think it makes that much difference?" ~~Jesus

January 9, 2015

Jesus knows how to ask questions. He forces us to get clear. What is important? Perhaps the question is rhetorical …

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Panic is greed’s cousin. Will we be content with godliness?

April 7, 2014

Panic over money is greed’s cousin. Am I content with what I have? Do I have enough to eat and …

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