It makes the world go round, it is much desired, and the love of it the root of all evil. What is it? It’s money, and it occupies a central place in our lives. But what is it, exactly? This essay from the University of Minnesota Library’s Principles of Economics explains. (Photo: Steven DePolo, Creative […]
A onetime banker and now a pastor, the Rev. William B. MacLean does a deep dive into the Bible to explore the meaning, purpose and responsibility associated wealth for a follower of Jesus. A weighty and thought-provoking read from Luther Seminary’s Word and World.
Stewardship is about money, but it’s not only about money. This essay from the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia, Wash., helps put money in its proper place in an overall theology of abundance. (Photo: epSos .de, Creative Commons)
More than 2,300 Scripture passages talk about money, so obviously it’s something Christians should ponder carefully and faithfully. Callie Picardo, author of Money Talks: A Biblical Take on Earning, Saving, Spending, and Giving discusses. From the Lewis Center for Church Leadership.
As individuals and families, we can find ways to use our money for the general good, and not just our own. Faith & Money Network talks with a thirtysomething couple that has found fulfillment practicing “Sabbath Economics.” (Photo: Maitree Rimthong, Pexels.com)
In this engaging article from Harvard Divinity School, theologian Harvey Cox weighs in on the prosperity gospel. ” There’s not a single biblical view of wealth, but underlying all of it … is the bias of God for the left out, the poor, the marginalized, the orphans, and the widows,” Cox says. (Photo: Mark Willis, […]
“Jesus spoke more about money than he did about sex, heaven, and hell. Money is a big deal to Jesus. There must be something really dangerous about money,” writes John Piper from desiringgod.org. Jesus’ words provide not only a warning but a path for disciples to follow to true freedom. (Photo: Andrew Magill, Creative Commons)
Here’s a brainy, challenging read from The Guardian about how economics has become a new faith — promising adherents a path to security, comfort and material salvation. Why not tackle this as a study group, sharing your own experiences of the marketplace’s hold over your soul. (Photo: epSos.de, Creative Commons)
Financial stewardship is not only a matter of faithful giving but of faithful living, writes author and pastor Mark Allen Powell. In response to the gospel, we surrender our lives so that we may be the people God wants us to be. From the Journal of Lutheran Ethics. (Photo by Wellford, via Bigstockphoto.com)
As North Americans, we live in a money-crazed culture, filled with contradictory messages about wealth and human value — even in church, from pastors, preachers and biblical interpreters. What’s a faithful Christian to think ? This insightful article from Christianity Today may help navigate the choppy waters with a look at some of the most […]
