“You cannot serve God and money.” ~Jesus
Who will I serve? It is a stunning question. Jesus now explains that behind the choice between two treasures (where I …
Who will I serve? It is a stunning question. Jesus now explains that behind the choice between two treasures (where I …
The main thing: We must be careful. Materialistic seduction can happen. We live in America and that is clear. If …
And he said to him, “Teacher, all these I have kept from my youth.” 21 And Jesus, looking at him, …
This seems pretty timely. The economy goes up and down. That creates a lot of uncertainty. A lot of us …
Want to know what Jesus thinks? Here is Everything Jesus had to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the …
This is quite common. I don’t think of it that way naturally, but it is when you start looking below …
Jesus is noticeably clear and straightforward about giving to the poor. I do not know why it stumps so many …
Materialism is defined as “the preoccupation with material things rather than intellectual or spiritual things.” If a disciple of Jesus …
What am I working for? Jesus wants to know. Jesus has some commands for me on this. I must act …
It is a challenge. I see the homeless. Do I give them some money? Won’t they just use it to …
Material goods can turn our hearts away from God. The pursuit of possessions and wealth and a preoccupation with physical …
Where is our treasure? What is important to us? Is Jesus our Master? Why it matters: Jesus told us to …
Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …
Panic over money is greed’s cousin. Am I content with what I have? Do I have enough to eat and …
I sometimes think that money will save me. If I get in a tight spot, I know I can whip …
Panic over money is greed’s cousin. Am I content with what I have? Do I have enough to eat and …
Jesus wants me to focus on the country where Jesus is in charge. That is the Kingdom of God. The …
Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …
I have an obligation to support ministries that are spreading the good news of Jesus and making disciples. I don’t …
We live in a extremely materialist culture. Money has become an idol and much is measured by how much of …
I have to be careful. Materialistic seduction can happen. I live in America and that is clear. If materialism was …
Wealth and money is very elusive. Eventually all that will matter is eternity with God. We all know we can’t …
Jesus wants me to focus on the country where Jesus is in charge. That is the Kingdom of God. The …
Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …
I have no need to worry about anything. This is tough for me some days. I am a worrier for …
We live in a extremely materialist culture. Money has become an idol and much is measured by how much of …
Here is the wise warning from the Apostle John. I must pay attention. God doesn’t tolerate worship of anything …
I have to be careful to not fall into the trap that anything I have is the result of something …
Jesus, as always, asks a very penetrating question. The “rich young ruler” had just turned and left. He was very …
Jesus looks me hard in the eye. Jesus is clear. Jesus isn’t going to pull any punches with me. …
What am I working for? Jesus wants to know. Jesus has some commands for me on this. I must act …
Jesus tells me I “cannot serve both God and money.” (Luke 16:13) I must seek to be content with what …
This is pretty stunning. Of course, John the Baptist is a prophet and is determined to speak the truth of …
Material goods can turn my heart away from God. The pursuit of possessions and wealth and a preoccupation with physical things …
What Jesus said blew His disciples away. It was stunning. Am I hearing Jesus properly? Am I stunned? Am I …
The Jesus Manifest continues (Matthew 5-7). This is a critical teaching of Jesus. What should I think about money and …
The backdrop to this is the feeding of the five thousand. It is a truly stunning miracle. Jesus was moved …
Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …
Prefer my life-disciplines over chasing after money, and God-knowledge over a lucrative career. For Wisdom is better than all the …
Part of the way Jesus taught the Disciples was to send them out periodically to do the job. We call …
I have a goal. I have a plan. I have dreams. They involve money. What does wisdom say about that? …
Jesus is looking. Jesus is going to challenge me. Am I ready? What will I give? Jesus is looking. Jesus …
I want to go after God. He is the rich one, not me. He can pile it on. Jesus, the …
I sometimes think that money will save me. If I get in a tight spot, I know I can whip …
Jesus had been talking with a rich man about some difficult things. He wasn’t willing to give up his possessions …
King David knew what was important in life. His passion was for God’s word. Nothing delighted him more that to …
There is one thing for sure. If you have money, it is “attractive” to others. They will seek you out. …
Some things are so true the are just plain funny. Now think about it. A bank is a place that …
This rings true. Generosity should be through the act of individuals. It always serves the needs of the deserving better …
God loves a cheerful giver. God’s goal for us is that we use the financial gifts Jesus has given us to …
Jesus knows how to ask questions. He forces us to get clear. What is important? Perhaps the question is rhetorical …
Panic over money is greed’s cousin. Am I content with what I have? Do I have enough to eat and …