As I mentioned earlier, over time, many ministers have been misunderstood or even misrepresented simply for mentioning money. And while it’s true that your sermons as a preacher shouldn’t revolve solely around finances, it’s also important to acknowledge the fact that money plays a vital role in fulfilling the Gospel. So it brings us to a position that a balanced truth should be taught: the Gospel is not for sale, but it does cost money to take it to the ends of the earth.
Jesus Christ instructs us in Matthew 6:33 to “seek first the kingdom of God, and all these things shall be added unto you.” Accordingly, this means that when our priorities are in order, that is, when God comes first, He takes care of our needs, and even our wants or desires. Also, the book of Deuteronomy 28:12 echoes a solid promise that “the Lord will open to you His good treasury… and bless all the work of your hands. You shall lend to many nations, but you shall not borrow.” In other words, and just as you can see from these verses I have shared, prosperity isn’t a sin. Instead, it’s a sign of divine blessing and a tool for generosity.
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I have come to learn that God’s desire is not for His children to live in lack, but to thrive, so they can also be a blessing to others. The Bible further tells us in 2nd Corinthians 9:10 that, “He who supplies seed to the sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness.” So by now, I hope you have more than enough proof that God doesn’t just meet our needs, He increases our resources so we can live generously.
I want you to consider the fact that many of the free resources we’ve received as believers - be it tracts, books, Bible Apps, and even that small Gideon Bible someone once handed me years ago - exists by someone else's financial support. Or maybe that's too far. Here at the New Man Movement, we have multiple free resources from the daily devotional to our Bible Ready and Study Guides, all of which are sponsored by the generous minds of believers alike. The truth must be told about how true generosity funds impact. Today, in our media-driven world, much of what you see and hear online from ministers comes at a cost. Have you ever paused to think about what it takes to get those messages to you?
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Yes, Scripture warns us in 1st Timothy 6:10 that “the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil.” But let’s be clear: it says the love of money, not money itself. So, when a person is driven by greed, and is willing to get money by any means, then that’s when the line is crossed. It is not unspiritual or unscriptural to talk about money; it only becomes unspiritual when money becomes an idol.
Think of it this way: if you walk into a market with a list of items but no money, you leave empty-handed. Why? Because money is a medium of exchange. Likewise, fulfilling divine assignments on earth often requires resources.
Deuteronomy 8:18 reminds us, “Remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you the ability to produce wealth.” Wealth is not a reward for compromise—it’s often a result of diligence, faithfulness, and divine empowerment.
In addition, wealth is part of God's blessings for His children. Being a believer doesn’t mean you're called to lack. Poverty is not proof of spirituality. The psalmist captures this beautifully in Psalm 37:25–26: “I was young and now I am old, yet I have never seen the righteous forsaken or their children begging bread. They are always generous and lend freely; their children will be a blessing.”
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This scripture isn't just poetic—it’s a powerful reminder of God’s faithfulness. Righteousness does not equal lack. In fact, God's blessing often manifests through provision, abundance, and the ability to be generous. As believers, we’re not just called to survive—we’re called to live lives that reflect God’s goodness, including in our finances.
Throughout Scripture, we see examples of godly people—Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, David, Solomon—who walked with God and also had wealth. Of course, with wealth comes responsibility and even temptation, but the same can be said of poverty. Lack is not more holy than abundance.
Conclusion
I want to leave you with these final words pointing to the fact that money is not the enemy. Money in your hands, is a tool. And like any other tool, it depends on how it's used. So, let’s talk about money, teach about it, and use it well - not for selfish gain, but for the glory of God and the good of others.
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