What Does the Bible Say About Money?
Scripture consistently warns that money makes dangerous promises it cannot keep — only God satisfies.
Scripture on Money
Matthew 6:24
New Testament
"No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money."
Proverbs 11:28
Old Testament
"Those who trust in their riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf."
1 Timothy 6:10
New Testament
"For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs."
Hebrews 13:5
New Testament
"Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, 'Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.'"
Ecclesiastes 5:10
Old Testament
"Whoever loves money never has enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income. This too is meaningless."
The Bottom Line
Money is a terrible master but a useful servant.
Try Today
Give something away today — money, time, or possession — to practice holding things loosely.
Prayer
Jesus taught us to bring our needs to the Father (Matthew 6:11).
Father, You own everything and lack nothing. I confess I often trust money more than I trust You. My heart chases security in accounts and possessions instead of resting in Your provision. Loosen my grip on what I cannot keep. Teach me to hold money as a tool, not a treasure. Help me be generous because You have been lavishly generous to me. In Jesus' name, Amen.
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