Posts with the tag “money”

"Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce." - Proverbs 3:9Our financial resources, whether abundant or modest, are tools for honoring God and blessing others. Giving the firstfruits means prioritizing God before our own desires, trusting that He will provide for our needs. This practice builds faith and breaks the power of money to control our hearts. Contentmen...  Read More

"The earth and everything in it, the world and its inhabitants, belong to the Lord." - Psalm 24:1Everything we have comes from God's hand. This foundational truth reshapes how we view our possessions, talents, and opportunities. We are not owners but stewards, entrusted with God's gifts for a purpose greater than ourselves. When we understand that God owns everything, we begin to hold things loose...  Read More

"Whoever loves money never has enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income. This too is meaningless." - Ecclesiastes 5:10Money is a tool, but it's a dangerous tool that can easily become a master instead of a servant. Solomon, who had experienced both great wealth and the emptiness it can bring, warns us about the futility of loving money itself rather than using it wisely fo...  Read More

"How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight rather than silver!" - Proverbs 16:16In a world obsessed with material wealth and financial success, this verse offers a radically different perspective on what we should pursue. Solomon, who had access to incredible riches, declares that wisdom is far more valuable than gold or silver. This isn't the opinion of someone who never had money; ...  Read More

“Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above…” - Colossians 3:1 Life often feels like a scramble for what’s urgent. But resurrection resets our compass. When you belong to Christ, the eternal breaks into the here and now, and you start longing for what will outlast time itself.Paul urges believers to live with hearts set “above”—on Christ, heaven, and God’s prior...  Read More

“Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:6-7 Everyone wants peace. We chase it in different ways, hoping that if we could just have a little more success, a little more comfort, or a little mo...  Read More

"But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret." – Matthew 6:3-4 Jesus did not suggest that generosity is optional. He expected it. What He corrected was not the action itself, but the heart behind it. He called His followers to a higher standard, one that refuses to make generosity about attention, approval, or a...  Read More

"But so that we may not cause offense, go to the sea and cast a hook and take the first fish that comes up, and when you open its mouth you will find a shekel. Take that and give it to them for me and for yourself." - Matthew 17:27 Have you ever felt the pressure of a financial need with no idea where the provision would come from? That is where Peter found himself in Matthew 17. He was asked to p...  Read More

"And Jesus, looking at him, loved him, and said to him, ‘You lack one thing: go, sell all that you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.’ Disheartened by the saying, he went away sorrowful, for he had great possessions." – Mark 10:21-22 Are you really willing to follow Jesus no matter what? The rich young ruler in Mark 10 thought he was ready. He cam...  Read More

“But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” - Matthew 6:33    In a world that often measures success by numbers and tangible achievements, it's easy to fall into the trap of prioritizing material growth over spiritual depth. We might focus on expanding our career, accumulating wealth, or enhancing our social status, thinking these will brin...  Read More

“I know your affliction and poverty—yet you are rich.” Revelation 2:9   In the city of Smyrna, the early Christians faced unimaginable challenges. They were afflicted, enduring persecution and slander. They lived in poverty, often unsure of where their next meal would come from. Yet, Jesus looked upon them and declared, “You are rich because of your faith in me.” It’s a paradox that challenges our...  Read More

"Blessed is the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavens in Christ." - Ephesians 1:3    The Apostle Paul provides a powerful and concise answer to our questions about our identity: if you have been saved, your identity has been transformed. You are now in Christ. Paul also tells us that as followers of Jesus, we are considered saints ...  Read More

“But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ.” – Philippians 3:20 When you see yourself as a citizen of this world, your goals are naturally focused on making the most of this life. You strive to make more money, have more fun, become more popular, and accumulate more things. Your identity and priorities are shaped by earthly achievements and p...  Read More

“Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much.” – Luke 16:10 As followers of Christ, we are called to be faithful stewards of all that God has entrusted to us. This includes not only our material possessions but also our time, talents, relationships, and opportunities. Yet, in a culture that often ...  Read More

"So I hated life, because what is done under the sun was grievous to me, for all is vanity and a striving after wind." - Ecclesiastes 2:17   Have you ever felt like you're constantly chasing after something just out of reach? Maybe it's success, wealth, or the perfect relationship. Whatever it is, you're not alone in this pursuit. Just look at Solomon, the wise and wealthy King of Israel. In his q...  Read More

"Vanity of vanities," says the Preacher, "Vanity of vanities! All is vanity." - Ecclesiastes 1:2   Have you ever felt like you're chasing after something that's always just out of reach? Maybe it's success in your career, happiness in your relationships, or fulfillment in your pursuits. Whatever it is, you're not alone. Think about Solomon, the wise and wealthy King of Israel. Despite all his acco...  Read More

"Yet when I surveyed all that my hands had done and what I had toiled to achieve, everything was meaningless, a chasing after the wind; nothing was gained under the sun." - Ecclesiastes 2:11   Solomon's journey through life is marked by a relentless pursuit of fulfillment. Like many today, he believed that if he could just accumulate enough wealth, success, and achievements, he would finally find ...  Read More

"Yet when I surveyed all that my hands had done and what I had toiled to achieve, everything was meaningless, a chasing after the wind; nothing was gained under the sun." - Ecclesiastes 2:11   Solomon, renowned as the son of David and the third King of Israel, embarked on a forty-year reign marked by an insatiable quest for life's best. Like many today, Solomon believed that achieving greatness in...  Read More

"The words of the Teacher, son of David, king in Jerusalem." - Ecclesiastes 1:1   Have you ever flipped through someone's journal and caught a glimpse of their journey—their struggles, their triumphs, their quest for meaning? The book of Ecclesiastes is much like that—a journal chronicling the reflections of King Solomon, a man on a relentless pursuit of life's best. Solomon, the son of David and ...  Read More

“Children are a heritage from the Lord, offspring a reward from him.” – Psalm 127:3 Have you ever found yourself in the whirlwind of parenthood, wondering if you’re equipped for the journey ahead? The anticipation of becoming a parent can bring a mix of emotions—excitement, nervousness, and perhaps a touch of anxiety. Yet, in the midst of the unknown, there’s a profound truth waitin...  Read More

“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” – Matthew 6:19-21 When you hear the phrase “the good life,” what comes...  Read More

“Love the Lord Your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.” – Mark 12:30  In the midst of our busy lives, it’s easy to lose sight of our priorities. We can easily become consumed by the demands of work, relationships, possessions, and personal ambitions. However, it’s essential for us to regularly evaluate our hearts and ask o...  Read More

Your worth isn't measured by your talent. Remember the God who gives the ability in the first place.  Read More

Earthly treasure rusts and fades. Discover the lasting riches we have in Christ that no thief can touch.  Read More

When we seek God's kingdom first, everything else finds its place. Discover the joy of building what lasts.  Read More

Generosity becomes second nature in the kingdom. Discover the new normal of an open-handed life.  Read More

God has entrusted each of us with gifts. Learn what it means to steward well what He's placed in your hands.  Read More

January 30, 2023“Though I am the least deserving of all God’s people, He graciously gave me the privilege of telling the Gentiles about the endless treasures available to them in Christ.” – Ephesians 3:8Are you frustrated with the race you are running? Has God led you down a path that you just wish was…well, different? As we continue to look at Paul, one thing we must understand is that he stayed ...  Read More

Trouble is promised, but so is deliverance. Discover the Lord who rescues the righteous from them all.  Read More

You have a real enemy who is on the prowl. Stay alert and discover how to stand firm in the devil's crosshairs.  Read More

Legacy is what your faith leaves behind. Discover how a life of faith still speaks long after we're gone.  Read More

We chase fulfillment in a hundred places. Discover how delighting in the Lord satisfies the heart's deepest desires.  Read More

Clinging to 'stuff' can quietly become idolatry. Discover the freedom of holding possessions loosely and God tightly.  Read More

God still calls for first place in our lives. Discover what it means to let Him be God — and nothing else.  Read More

God delights in using the unlikely. Discover how He calls ordinary people to extraordinary service.  Read More

Long after we're gone, our faith still speaks. Discover what your life is saying about the God you serve.  Read More