1 Timothy 6:17 says, “Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be arrogant or to set their hope on the uncertainty of wealth, but on God, who richly provides us with all things to enjoy.” We all must use money. However, having money or spending money cannot be the end goal.
In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:19: "And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.”
In the act of giving, we worship God because we acknowledge it is God's money. Hebrews 13:16, “Do not neglect to do good and share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God.” Whether we have been blessed with much or with little financial giving, no matter how much, is a way to do the Lord's work.
The Bible does not teach that borrowing money is a sin. However, it discourages debt and clearly warns against its practical and spiritual dangers, thus compelling us to be wise stewards in the way we manage our finances. The basic conclusion is this. If you can avoid debt, avoid it.
Luke 8:14 The seed that fell among thorns stands for those who hear, but as they go on their way they are choked by life's worries, riches and pleasures, and they do not mature. Ecclesiastes 5:10 Whoever loves money never has enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income. This too is meaningless.
The Bible does not say it's a sin to go into debt.
Be encouraged that you are not outside of God's will or engaging in sinful behavior. Scriptures warn us about the dangers of debt for our own good, but also instruct us in how to pay off our debts in a responsible manner.
It often surprises Christians when they discover just how much the Bible talks about money. In fact there are more than 2300 verses on money, wealth and possessions. Jesus spoke about money roughly 15% of his preaching and 11 out of 39 parables. It was his most talked about topic.
The rich and the poor meet together; the Lord is the maker of them all. Seeing the crowds, he went up on the mountain, and when he sat down, his disciples came to him. And he opened his mouth and taught them, saying: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
But Scripture tells us that God loves the poor. He is on their side simply because they are still persons worthy of respect. And in their helplessness, they put their trust in God.
The Old Testament meaningfully portrays poverty as a sign of unfaithfulness to Yahweh or an evil caused by Israel's elite's class, while emphasising that God is the protector of the poor.
Jesus looked at him and said, "How hard it is for the rich to enter the kingdom of heaven! Indeed, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of heaven."
He taught about money in 11 of his 39 parables. Finances are Jesus' most talked about topic.” Ever heard something like this before? Did it surprise you?
Proverbs 22:26-27
Do not be a man who strikes hands in pledge or puts up security for debts; if you lack the means to pay, your very bed will be snatched from under you.
“Money and possessions are the second most referenced topic in the Bible – money is mentioned more than 800 times – and the message is clear: Nowhere in Scripture is debt viewed in a positive way.”
God does not owe us anything. Interestingly, we owe Him everything. He has given us the opportunity for living eternally with Him. He has provided the opportunity for total and complete forgiveness for every wrong we have ever done or will do.
We are encouraged to save, but we must do it for the right reason and in the right proportion. 1 Timothy 6:17-19 - As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy.
Indeed, the Bible addresses the issue of lending and debt forgiveness on several occasions, but perhaps nowhere more directly than in Deuteronomy 15: At the end of every seven years you shall grant a release of debts.
Everything belongs to God, including money.
It doesn't matter who you are, what you do for a living, or how much money you have earned, everything that you have belongs to God.
Give generously, because giving breaks the power of money.
God calls us to trust him, and giving generously forces us to do just that. Christ is the ultimate sacrificial giver, and we are called to live our lives in the same manner.
Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus, both men of stature and wealth, chipped in to help fund Jesus' ministry. “Sell all that you own and distribute the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; then come, follow me,” Jesus tells the rich man in one of his best-known parables.
According to the Gospels, Jesus was well aware of the importance of money. He most likely handled silver, bronze and gold coins, both local and from the neighboring regions – Jewish, Greek, Roman, Syrian, Nabatean, Egyptian, all present in Judea at the time.
The Bible has a realistic perspective about money, Ecclesiastes10:19 says, “Money answers all things”. Of course, money is important. It is our time, our toil, our sweat, our food, our shelter, our clothing, our agent of exchange and bargaining.
In Matthew's Gospel (6:19-21) Jesus specifies the difference between treasures on Earth and in Heaven. This passage defines the difference between the two riches: treasures on Earth are temporary, materialistic and limited. treasures in Heaven are eternal.
It was named for the bible passage Matthew 25:29: “For to everyone who has, more will be given, and he will have abundance; but from him who does not have, even what he has will be taken away.” The loose transition popularized today is "The rich get richer and the poor get poorer”.
Luke 6:20-21 (NIV)
“Looking at his disciples, he said: 'Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be satisfied. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will laugh. '”