As the O’Jays said in the song, “For the Love of Money”–Don’t let money fool you or rule you. Money is a tool that God has given us the ability to acquire so that we can first of all give back to him a portion in a show of appreciation (usually through a church tithe and offering), give to charitable causes, pay bills, save for the future, and buy things we can afford. Many people worship their money and get nervous when things happen that threaten their wealth. It doesn’t make any difference how much money you have, you can still be consumed with fear when your money isn’t “right.” Most divorces are the result of money woes so watch your tongue and your emotions when you are having money trouble. I Timothy 6:9-10 explains why we must understand the temptations we can fall into as we pursue money as our love and god. Listen to the words of Paul:
“People who want to get rich fall into temptation and a trap and into many foolish and harmful desires that plunge men into ruin and destruction. 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.”
Don’t let money make you greedy and fearful–be generous with the church, pay your bills, have fun. Be a good steward over God’s money.
Former Sr. Pastor Mike Higgins
