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Ecclesiastes 10:18

A self-made millionaire who studied 1,200 wealthy people found they're willing to admit an uncomfortable fact about money

Contrary to popular belief, "everyone has the same opportunity to acquire wealth," says self-made millionaire Steve Siebold , who has also studied more than 1,200 of the world's wealthiest people over the past 30 years.

In his research, he found that rich people are willing to admit something about money that makes many of us uncomfortable: It can solve most problems.

It can be uncomfortable to accept that money, rather than being the corrupting force it is often portrayed, can serve as a useful tool that creates opportunities, options, and happiness, but that's what the wealthiest people do on a daily basis — and it allows them to generate more wealth. 

"If you want to start attracting money, stop seeing it as your enemy and think of it as one of your greatest allies," Siebold writes .

"It's a friend that has the power to end sleepless nights of worry and physical pain, and can even save your life ... Start telling yourself on a daily basis that money is your friend and a positive force in your life, and your mind will go to work to help you acquire more."

While average people see money as a necessary evil and let it stress them out, rich people find wealth reassuring, says Siebold : "The world class sees money as the great liberator, and with enough of it, they are able to purchase financial peace of mind."

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Ecclesiastes 10:19

“A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: but money answereth all things .” King James Version (KJV)

Ecclesiastes 10:19 Context

16 Woe to thee, O land, when thy king is a child, and thy princes eat in the morning! 17 Blessed art thou, O land, when thy king is the son of nobles, and thy princes eat in due season, for strength, and not for drunkenness! 18 By much slothfulness the building decayeth; and through idleness of the hands the house droppeth through. 19 A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: but money answereth all things . 20 Curse not the king, no not in thy thought; and curse not the rich in thy bedchamber: for a bird of the air shall carry the voice, and that which hath wings shall tell the matter.

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100 Bible Verses about Money Problems

Hebrews 13:5 esv / 216 helpful votes helpful not helpful.

Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.”

Proverbs 22:7 ESV / 136 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The rich rules over the poor, and the borrower is the slave of the lender.

1 John 2:15-17 ESV / 127 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father but is from the world. And the world is passing away along with its desires, but whoever does the will of God abides forever.

1 Timothy 6:10 ESV / 127 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs.

Matthew 6:33 ESV / 124 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.

Acts 20:35 ESV / 101 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

Malachi 3:10 ESV / 86 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the Lord of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you a blessing until there is no more need.

2 Corinthians 9:7 ESV / 79 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.

Proverbs 3:9 ESV / 73 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce;

Proverbs 19:17 ESV / 63 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord , and he will repay him for his deed.

Proverbs 13:22 ESV / 62 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children, but the sinner's wealth is laid up for the righteous.

James 1:5 ESV / 61 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him.

Matthew 6:19-21 ESV / 58 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

2 Corinthians 9:6 ESV / 57 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.

Luke 16:11 ESV / 56 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

If then you have not been faithful in the unrighteous wealth, who will entrust to you the true riches?

Ecclesiastes 5:10 ESV / 56 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

He who loves money will not be satisfied with money, nor he who loves wealth with his income; this also is vanity.

Luke 14:28 ESV / 49 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For which of you, desiring to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost, whether he has enough to complete it?

James 1:22 ESV / 43 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.

Ecclesiastes 10:19 ESV / 43 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Bread is made for laughter, and wine gladdens life, and money answers everything.

Luke 16:10 ESV / 41 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

“One who is faithful in a very little is also faithful in much, and one who is dishonest in a very little is also dishonest in much.

Haggai 2:8 ESV / 39 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The silver is mine, and the gold is mine, declares the Lord of hosts.

Proverbs 21:20 ESV / 36 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Precious treasure and oil are in a wise man's dwelling, but a foolish man devours it.

Psalm 24:1 ESV / 36 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

A Psalm of David. The earth is the Lord 's and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein,

Philippians 4:19 ESV / 35 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.

Romans 13:8 ESV / 34 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Owe no one anything, except to love each other, for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law.

Acts 4:34-37 ESV / 34 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

There was not a needy person among them, for as many as were owners of lands or houses sold them and brought the proceeds of what was sold and laid it at the apostles' feet, and it was distributed to each as any had need. Thus Joseph, who was also called by the apostles Barnabas (which means son of encouragement), a Levite, a native of Cyprus, sold a field that belonged to him and brought the money and laid it at the apostles' feet.

John 10:10 ESV / 30 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.

Matthew 25:14-30 ESV / 27 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

“For it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted to them his property. To one he gave five talents, to another two, to another one, to each according to his ability. Then he went away. He who had received the five talents went at once and traded with them, and he made five talents more. So also he who had the two talents made two talents more. But he who had received the one talent went and dug in the ground and hid his master's money. ...

Matthew 5:11 ESV / 27 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

“Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account.

Luke 21:1-4 ESV / 25 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the offering box, and he saw a poor widow put in two small copper coins. And he said, “Truly, I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all of them. For they all contributed out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty put in all she had to live on.”

Mark 12:41-44 ESV / 24 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And he sat down opposite the treasury and watched the people putting money into the offering box. Many rich people put in large sums. And a poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which make a penny. And he called his disciples to him and said to them, “Truly, I say to you, this poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the offering box. For they all contributed out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty has put in everything she had, all she had to live on.”

Acts 4:34-35 ESV / 20 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

There was not a needy person among them, for as many as were owners of lands or houses sold them and brought the proceeds of what was sold and laid it at the apostles' feet, and it was distributed to each as any had need.

Luke 6:38 ESV / 19 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Give, and it will be given to you. Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over, will be put into your lap. For with the measure you use it will be measured back to you.”

Matthew 6:24 ESV / 19 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

“No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money.

Isaiah 61:7 ESV / 19 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Instead of your shame there shall be a double portion; instead of dishonor they shall rejoice in their lot; therefore in their land they shall possess a double portion; they shall have everlasting joy.

Acts 4:34 ESV / 18 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

There was not a needy person among them, for as many as were owners of lands or houses sold them and brought the proceeds of what was sold

Matthew 6:19 ESV / 17 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal,

Isaiah 1:1-31 ESV / 16 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The vision of Isaiah the son of Amoz, which he saw concerning Judah and Jerusalem in the days of Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah, kings of Judah. Hear, O heavens, and give ear, O earth; for the Lord has spoken: “Children have I reared and brought up, but they have rebelled against me. The ox knows its owner, and the donkey its master's crib, but Israel does not know, my people do not understand.” Ah, sinful nation, a people laden with iniquity, offspring of evildoers, children who deal corruptly! They have forsaken the Lord , they have despised the Holy One of Israel, they are utterly estranged. Why will you still be struck down? Why will you continue to rebel? The whole head is sick, and the whole heart faint. ...

Romans 13:1 ESV / 15 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God.

Amos 4:9 ESV / 15 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

“I struck you with blight and mildew; your many gardens and your vineyards, your fig trees and your olive trees the locust devoured; yet you did not return to me,” declares the Lord .

1 Timothy 6:6 ESV / 14 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

But godliness with contentment is great gain,

Romans 13:1-7 ESV / 14 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and those that exist have been instituted by God. Therefore whoever resists the authorities resists what God has appointed, and those who resist will incur judgment. For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Would you have no fear of the one who is in authority? Then do what is good, and you will receive his approval, for he is God's servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not bear the sword in vain. For he is the servant of God, an avenger who carries out God's wrath on the wrongdoer. Therefore one must be in subjection, not only to avoid God's wrath but also for the sake of conscience. ...

John 3:16 ESV / 13 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.

Matthew 4:4 ESV / 13 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

But he answered, “It is written, “‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”

Nehemiah 10:38 ESV / 12 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And the priest, the son of Aaron, shall be with the Levites when the Levites receive the tithes. And the Levites shall bring up the tithe of the tithes to the house of our God, to the chambers of the storehouse.

James 1:2 ESV / 11 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds,

Luke 12:15 ESV / 11 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And he said to them, “Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for one's life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.”

1 Timothy 6:17-19 ESV / 10 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy. They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, thus storing up treasure for themselves as a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life.

1 Timothy 5:8 ESV / 10 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

But if anyone does not provide for his relatives, and especially for members of his household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.

Philippians 4:6 ESV / 10 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.

Acts 2:44-45 ESV / 10 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And all who believed were together and had all things in common. And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need.

Matthew 6:21 ESV / 10 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.

Proverbs 3:9-10 ESV / 10 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine.

Hebrews 13:6 ESV / 9 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

So we can confidently say, “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?”

Deuteronomy 8:18 ESV / 9 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

You shall remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you power to get wealth, that he may confirm his covenant that he swore to your fathers, as it is this day.

Philippians 4:11-13 ESV / 8 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

Romans 8:32 ESV / 8 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

He who did not spare his own Son but gave him up for us all, how will he not also with him graciously give us all things?

Mark 8:36 ESV / 8 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?

Proverbs 28:20 ESV / 8 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

A faithful man will abound with blessings, but whoever hastens to be rich will not go unpunished.

Proverbs 13:11 ESV / 8 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it.

Proverbs 10:4 ESV / 8 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

A slack hand causes poverty, but the hand of the diligent makes rich.

1 Peter 5:7 ESV / 7 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.

James 4:3 ESV / 7 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

You ask and do not receive, because you ask wrongly, to spend it on your passions.

Luke 14:28-30 ESV / 7 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For which of you, desiring to build a tower, does not first sit down and count the cost, whether he has enough to complete it? Otherwise, when he has laid a foundation and is not able to finish, all who see it begin to mock him, saying, ‘This man began to build and was not able to finish.’

Luke 12:34 ESV / 7 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.

Matthew 19:21 ESV / 7 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Jesus said to him, “If you would be perfect, go, sell what you possess and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.”

Proverbs 22:3 ESV / 7 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The prudent sees danger and hides himself, but the simple go on and suffer for it.

James 5:1-6 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Come now, you rich, weep and howl for the miseries that are coming upon you. Your riches have rotted and your garments are moth-eaten. Your gold and silver have corroded, and their corrosion will be evidence against you and will eat your flesh like fire. You have laid up treasure in the last days. Behold, the wages of the laborers who mowed your fields, which you kept back by fraud, are crying out against you, and the cries of the harvesters have reached the ears of the Lord of hosts. You have lived on the earth in luxury and in self-indulgence. You have fattened your hearts in a day of slaughter. ...

1 Timothy 6:9-11 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

But those who desire to be rich fall into temptation, into a snare, into many senseless and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs. But as for you, O man of God, flee these things. Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness.

Luke 12:16-21 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And he told them a parable, saying, “The land of a rich man produced plentifully, and he thought to himself, ‘What shall I do, for I have nowhere to store my crops?’ And he said, ‘I will do this: I will tear down my barns and build larger ones, and there I will store all my grain and my goods. And I will say to my soul, “Soul, you have ample goods laid up for many years; relax, eat, drink, be merry.”’ But God said to him, ‘Fool! This night your soul is required of you, and the things you have prepared, whose will they be?’ ...

Luke 3:14 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Soldiers also asked him, “And we, what shall we do?” And he said to them, “Do not extort money from anyone by threats or by false accusation, and be content with your wages.”

Matthew 6:34 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

“Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.

Matthew 6:25 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

“Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing?

Proverbs 12:11 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Whoever works his land will have plenty of bread, but he who follows worthless pursuits lacks sense.

Proverbs 10:22 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The blessing of the Lord makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.

Psalm 37:21 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The wicked borrows but does not pay back, but the righteous is generous and gives;

Psalm 37:4 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Delight yourself in the Lord , and he will give you the desires of your heart.

Deuteronomy 16:17 ESV / 6 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the Lord your God that he has given you.

3 John 1:2 ESV / 5 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul.

1 Peter 3:1 ESV / 5 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Likewise, wives, be subject to your own husbands, so that even if some do not obey the word, they may be won without a word by the conduct of their wives,

1 Corinthians 16:2 ESV / 5 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

On the first day of every week, each of you is to put something aside and store it up, as he may prosper, so that there will be no collecting when I come.

Matthew 6:26 ESV / 5 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?

Proverbs 30:24-25 ESV / 5 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Four things on earth are small, but they are exceedingly wise: the ants are a people not strong, yet they provide their food in the summer;

Proverbs 23:4-5 ESV / 5 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Do not toil to acquire wealth; be discerning enough to desist. When your eyes light on it, it is gone, for suddenly it sprouts wings, flying like an eagle toward heaven.

Proverbs 22:9 ESV / 5 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Whoever has a bountiful eye will be blessed, for he shares his bread with the poor.

Proverbs 21:25 ESV / 5 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The desire of the sluggard kills him, for his hands refuse to labor.

Proverbs 6:6-8 ESV / 5 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Go to the ant, O sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise. Without having any chief, officer, or ruler, she prepares her bread in summer and gathers her food in harvest.

Psalm 127:2 ESV / 5 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

It is in vain that you rise up early and go late to rest, eating the bread of anxious toil; for he gives to his beloved sleep.

Colossians 3:23 ESV / 4 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men,

Philippians 4:11 ESV / 4 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content.

2 Corinthians 9:8 ESV / 4 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work.

Isaiah 41:20 ESV / 4 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

That they may see and know, may consider and understand together, that the hand of the Lord has done this, the Holy One of Israel has created it.

Proverbs 22:4 ESV / 4 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life.

Proverbs 16:9 ESV / 4 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.

Proverbs 1:5 ESV / 4 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Let the wise hear and increase in learning, and the one who understands obtain guidance,

2 Thessalonians 3:10 ESV / 3 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For even when we were with you, we would give you this command: If anyone is not willing to work, let him not eat.

2 Corinthians 9:6-8 ESV / 3 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work.

Romans 14:8 ESV / 3 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

For if we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord. So then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord's.

John 14:6 ESV / 3 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.

John 6:12 ESV / 3 helpful votes Helpful Not Helpful

And when they had eaten their fill, he told his disciples, “Gather up the leftover fragments, that nothing may be lost.”

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What Does The Bible Say About Money?

Money is the root of all evil?

Money is the root of all evil – that’s what the Bible says, right? Chances are you’ve come across this phrase in one place or another in your life, but you won’t find it in the Bible! What the Bible actually says is: 

“The love of money is a root of all kinds of evil.” – 1 Timothy 6:10

See the difference? Money itself is not evil, but loving money leads to evil.

Unfortunately, Christian culture has often confused money itself with the sin of loving money . We know that Jesus had followers who were wealthy, such as Joseph of Arimithea, but as far as we know, Jesus never condemned them for their wealth. His criticism was reserved for those like the Pharisees, who are described as “lovers of money” (Luke 16:14). 

Why shouldn’t we love money?

Money can be an idol.

“No servant can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and Money.” – Luke 16:13

If we prioritize having money over serving God, we will make our decisions based on financial gain rather than obedience to Him. This might lead to violating a general moral principle, such as the case of someone who gains wealth by deceiving or harming others. But it also might distract you from a specific plan God has for your life!

Money also becomes an idol when we trust in our bank account more than we trust in God. When life is difficult, where do you turn? Do you expect your money to solve your problems or God? 

When you don’t trust someone, your heart isn’t fully open to a relationship with them. The same is true with God.

Financial wealth is deceptive.

“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.” – 1 Timothy 6:9

“Still others, like seed sown among thorns, heard the word; but the deceitfulness of wealth and the desires for other things come in and choke the word, making it unfruitful.” – Mark 4:19

Our culture believes money will solve all problems and make us happy. It’s true that money does solve some problems, and a certain amount is necessary for general well-being. We need a place to live, food, clothes, and so on. 

But the Bible says pursuing excessive money leads to disappointment. No amount of money will ever be enough to fill the God-shaped hole in our hearts. Money may help our lives function smoothly, but it doesn’t satisfy the deepest desires of the human heart.

Jesus says we are like plants choked by thorns when we pursue wealth expecting it to make us happy. We can only flourish and find real joy when we look to God alone as our provider!

It can make us greedy.

“Whoever loves money never has money enough” – Ecclesiastes 5:10

The problem with greed is that it’s never satisfied, no matter how much you have. When you love money, you’ll never be content with your salary. You’ll always need the next new house, car, gadget – which means more money, and more, and more. And that’s a miserable way to live!

So how should we treat money then?

Money is a part of our daily lives; we can’t avoid it, nor should we try to! Again, money itself is not evil. It only becomes something ugly when we desire it more than God. 

Here’s what the Bible says about using money in our daily lives:

Work hard to provide for yourself and others. 

“All hard work brings a profit, but mere talk leads only to poverty.” – Proverbs 14:23

“He who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work doing something useful with his own hands, that he may have something to share with those in need.” – Ephesians 4:28

The Bible encourages diligence and hard work – and hard work that leads to profit! It’s not wrong to earn money and use it to live. We should provide for ourselves, our families, and those in need around us to the best of our ability. And as long as we are able to work, we shouldn’t be lazy and rely on someone else to take care of us.

Practice contentment.

“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.” – Hebrews 13:5

Ultimately, God is our provider. There may be seasons when we have an abundance of money and seasons when we have a lack. God is with us through it all, and He knows what we need. 

God works to provide not just for our physical needs but also for our spiritual needs. He wants to teach us new things and help us grow! 

Contentment is an act of trust. It says: “God, I choose to trust you and give thanks no matter what my circumstances are. You know exactly what I need!” 

Give your money away. 

“A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.” – Proverbs 11:25

“Remember this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” – 2 Corinthians 9:6-7

The Bible says that we should be generous with our money, giving freely as opportunities arise. For some, this might look like a traditional tithe of 10% of all income. For others, it might be more spontaneous!

Giving is about helping those in need, but it’s also about the attitude of our hearts. It helps us let go of attachment to money (love of money) and instead trust God. When we give, we become generous, open-hearted, and joyful. When we hold onto things for ourselves, we become selfish, closed-off, and unhappy. 

“Sowing” or giving generously allows us to have an undivided love for God that isn’t diminished by a competing love of money.  

A lot of people think the Bible is out to prevent us from having any fun. When it comes to money, it can seem like our lives would be so much better if we could just make a million dollars! Our culture certainly tells us that. 

The Bible warns, however, that loving money doesn’t actually lead to happiness. Instead, it offers us a different path to life in the fullest – a path on which we serve God instead of money.

What might happen if you actually believed and practiced what the Bible says about money? How might your life become more free, exciting, and fulfilled? 

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Why is money important?

We all know that money is important, but have you ever wondered  why ?

There’s no doubt that money affects many areas of our lives. On one hand, we can owe some of our greatest experiences to the money we had to pay for them. On the other hand, we can feel so much stress and anxiety over our financial situations.

If you’ve always struggled with your finances, you might see money as a scarce resource that keeps you from being happy. Or, you might see it as some elusive goal that you’ll never achieve.

On the flipside, you may be overly driven to make more money because you think it will solve all of your problems. You dream of all you’ll do when your bank account has a balance with 5 or 6 zeros and the happiness you’ll finally have.

I’m sure you would agree that the role of money plays an important part in how we all live. It has the capacity to open up amazing opportunities that can change the entire course of your life.

So, it’s important to have the right perspective about money and not merely dismiss it as something that only seems to create problems for you – or as the one thing that will make all your dreams come true.

When you have a healthy mindset about why money is important, you can understand its true value in your life and the possibilities it can provide.

You’ll realize that money itself is just a neutral, unlimited resource that’s available to anyone who is willing to control it. It doesn’t exist to make your life miserable and it certainly can’t buy your happiness (or can it? more on that later ).

In this post, I’ll go over a few reasons why money is important, as well as how it can make some things easier, what problems it can create, and how much you really need.

Why do I need money?

This might be a silly question to think about (as you stare at your credit card bill), but it’s helpful to challenge your assumptions about money.

For most of us, money is absolutely a necessity. We need it for shelter, food, and clothing. Without these basics, your life would be in serious trouble. Money is the resource that allows you to attain a certain level of security and safety. To a certain degree, money helps you survive.

Now, that’s pretty important!

However, it can be easy to forget the significance of these basic necessities when you’re worried about how you’ll make your car payment this month. (When you feel your anxiety rising, focus on the fact that your money is allowing you to have a roof over your head and food on the table. Thanks, money!)

Beyond the basics, there are many benefits of money including freedom, comfort, and providing an unlimited number of opportunities to enhance your life. This is where many people get tripped up and start spending more money than they make. They see money as something that can buy them a little excitement or enjoyment now, instead of a means to build a financially secure future.

Money can do either, or both. It doesn’t care. It has no control over how you use it.

Money is simply a tool that can work for you or against you.

So, if you want to increase your financial literacy and maximize the benefits of money in your life, it’s critical that you learn how to use it properly.

When you learn better behaviors around money, its importance in your life will be evident in the freedom and choices available to you. Let’s talk about some of those.

15 reasons why money is important

When it comes to money, the more the better – right? After all, more cash means more stuff.

But, just having a nicer car or bigger home doesn’t give us deep fulfillment in life. So, why is money important, and why do we all want more of it?

Let’s go over 15 of the main reasons money is important.

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1. Money is important because it gives you freedom and control

As an American, I am thankful for my freedom. I’m not restricted to what I can say, what I can believe, and whom I can worship.

However, as important as these things are, they don’t pay the bills. And, if I don’t have enough money, I am greatly restricted to where I can live, what I can eat, and how I can spend my time.

Without enough money, your freedoms are limited and you may even have to spend most of your time working just so you can cover the basic necessities. What little control you have may end up making you feel out of control.

Most people that don’t have enough money usually go into debt. Credit card bills and payday loans keep you from living in financial independence and hold you back from achieving your life’s dreams.

2. Money is important because it gives you options in life

Having access to money in the bank opens up more options for you. When you have enough money, you have more choices with the neighborhood you live in, the car you drive, the restaurants you eat at, and even the health care you choose.

Feeling stuck in your circumstances can be frustrating and discouraging. Money is important because it allows you the choice to change careers, move to another city, or buy a more reliable vehicle. 

3. Money allows you to pursue your passion

If you have to work two jobs just to pay the bills and cover your credit card debt, you won’t have the time or energy to go after your dreams.

It’s important to have money that gives you the breathing room to pursue your interests. You need to invest in yourself if you want a fulfilling life.

4. Money is important because it provides security

Financial stability comes with a lot of benefits, including a sense of security and peace of mind. When you have more than enough to pay your bills and stash some away, you don’t have to deal with financial worries about how you’ll survive.

You don’t need a lot of money to live securely, but you need enough to pay your bills and save an emergency fund to cover 3 to 6 months of living expenses.

Knowing a small emergency won’t turn into a crisis will give you the sense of security you need to make good financial decisions.

5. Money can provide valuable opportunities for your children

We all want the best for our kids, and money can help us provide a quality education to give them a good head start in life.

Private schools are expensive and usually out of reach for the family living paycheck to paycheck. This typically leaves the local public school as the only choice for hardworking parents who both have to work to get the bills paid. As a result, there is little choice or control over the quality of education and after-school programs their children have access to.

When you have the money, you can afford a better education, private lessons, tutors, and coaches. These additional opportunities give your kids the chance to pursue their interests at a young age and develop skills that give them an advantage in adulthood.

Of course, there can be a fine line between giving your kids an advantage in life and creating entitled little people. When you have the money to give them more choices, play a key role in their lives by teaching your kids about money and the value of hard work. 

6. Money helps you make more of it

The more money you can invest, they more you’ll have in the long run.

If you can find the money to buy real estate, invest in the stock market, and save in a tax-advantaged retirement account, then your money will grow.

Then, when you retire, you can benefit from passive income sources to support you through your golden years.

7. Money is important for giving back

Money is important because it allows us the opportunity to give back to the world we live in. Most people have a desire to be generous but have gotten stuck in a scarcity mindset because they’re always worried about money.

When you live on a tight budget, it’s easy to stay focused on making sure your own needs are being met. There’s little left to help others who are struggling more than you.

When you have financial freedom, you can be generous without being concerned about your own needs. You can get your focus off of yourself and give financial support to the people and causes you value.

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8. Money gives you the chance to live life to the fullest

Living life to the fullest can mean different things to different people. Of course, you can have a very full and satisfying life without being rich. It all depends on what brings you fulfillment.

I love to travel, so a “full” life for me would include lots of vacations to foreign countries. This would require a lot of extra discretionary income. My husband, on the other hand, doesn’t really care about going overseas. He’d rather go on road trips or camp out by a lake, both of which don’t cost a lot of money.

Either way, money is the commodity that allows you to create the experiences that enrich your life in meaningful ways. Sometimes you have to have it to do the things that bring you joy.

From traveling to education to learning new skills, money provides the freedom to pursue your passions and live life to its fullest. Without it, your options become very limited.

9. Money can buy happiness … if you spend it right

Can money really buy happiness?

In past research, it’s been shown that money and happiness do, in fact, have a positive correlation. However, the relationship is weak and only leads to more questions. What if you have bad spending habits? Does it matter what you spend it on?

Research has shown that it does. Specifically, if you use your money on experiences versus possessions, and for helping others, then you can experience more life satisfaction.

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10. Money can provide a higher education

There are many careers that require a college degree. If you want to climb the ranks in the business, legal or medical fields, then you’ll need at least 4 years at a university.

The average in-state tuition for four years at a public university in 2021 was $43,000. For out-of-state residents, this cost was almost 2.5 times the amount.

College is expensive .

But, if it’s part of your big dream, you’ll need money to get there.

11. Money is important for your health

If you’ve ever had to pinch pennies to make the rent, then you know how finances can be stressful. A little stress now and then isn’t a bad thing, but it can really damage your physical and mental health if it becomes a way of life.

Financial stress often leads to depression and anxiety. Some get trapped in bitterness and a victim mentality. Many choose to give up any hope that they’ll ever get out of debt or find a better paying job. They’re so focused on just getting by that they never find any fulfillment in life.

Chronic stress can lead to physical health problems, such as risk of heart attack, insomnia, weight gain, and a weakened immune system.

It’s important to have stability in your finances so you can reduce stress and increase your quality of life.

12. Money is important for community needs

Organizations that serve the community through homeless shelters, food banks, welfare programs, and public health facilities, need money to run effectively. These funds are often raised through private donations and fundraising events. 

Without this money, there are many people in the world who would go hungry and not have the medical care they need.

13. Money is the difference between surviving and thriving

Some people spend their entire lives stuck in a paycheck-to-paycheck cycle. This leaves them without any room to get ahead because they can barely cover basic living expenses.

Having additional money gives you the ability to live below your means, put some in savings, get out of debt, and pursue your interests. It takes you from just surviving through life to thriving in life.

14. Money is important to make quality purchases

Have you ever settled for the cheap option because you didn’t have enough money for higher quality?

I did this a lot in my younger days. Cheap furniture, cheap clothing, cheap electronics. Just because I couldn’t afford to pay for better quality.

Inevitably, cheap purchases end up costing you in the long run. They don’t last as long, they’re unreliable, and you have to replace them sooner.

Money is important to make quality purchases that will last, so you’re not wasting money on the cheap stuff.

15. Money makes life easier

There once was a time when bartering was the only way to shop. If you wanted a new cow, then you needed to offer something of similar value to the seller.

Thankfully, money was created to make these transactions more fair and efficient. It’s the universal means to exchange goods, which makes life so much easier!

Money can solve problems – but not all of them

If you’re always pinching pennies, you may fall into the belief trap that more money would solve all of your problems. More money can definitely be a welcome rescue from financial emergencies, but there are many issues in life that can’t be fixed with cash.

Money can fix your car after it breaks down so you don’t lose your job. Money can pay for the medicine you need for your child’s asthma so they can play sports. Money can replace your broken fridge so you have a place to keep food for your family.

Money is important because it *can* solve many problems in life very quickly and easily.

But, money can’t fix anything that doesn’t require an economic exchange. This means you can’t use money to solve problems like:

  • Your broken relationship with your mother
  • How many true and deep friendships you have
  • The health of your marriage
  • Your insecurities
  • Earning respect from others
  • Having the courage to confront someone

Money is important because it can work as a tool to help you improve in these matters. But, you won’t find resolution in these areas until you work on your own character issues and personal growth. No amount of money in the world will give you a fulfilling marriage or genuine friendships.

Money can also create problems

If you don’t have a firm grasp on what you truly value, then money can quickly become a priority that negatively affects your life.

Let’s go over a few problems that money has the potential to create. Being aware of the negative aspects of money will help you keep your finances in perspective.

Giving money too *much* importance

The bible says where your treasure is, there your heart will be also . When you make money your treasure, it can become more important than people, health, integrity, and even God.

Some can mistakenly believe that money is the root of all evil because they misquote that famous verse in the bible that actually says “the love of money is the root of all evil.”

Money in and of itself has no ability to create evil in the world. It’s *how* we feel about money that can cause great damage.

Throughout history, the love of money has destroyed marriages, broken friendships, caused jealousy and rage, and even led to murder and suicide. Some are so driven to make more of it that they lose everything most important to them.

Although money is important for many things, we must remember that it’s only a tool to serve us. Once it becomes the master, we lose control and become enslaved to the consequences that result.

Money is often the cause of stress

I mentioned earlier that having money is important to reduce stress in your life. However, it’s possible that too much can end up creating stress for you.

If you grew up in a lower-income family, you may have developed an unhealthy mindset around money. The fear of living in poverty again can drive you to work too much or live like a cheapskate. This can keep you in a perpetual state of stress and anxiety around money.

Money is important, but having a healthy money mindset is critical to enjoying your wealth.

Money can create divisions in relationships

Unfortunately, money can really bring out the worst in people. Disagreements in financial matters are a common cause of divorce, lawsuits, and strained family relationships.

It may be as simple as different spending habits, or as complicated as the distribution of an inheritance. When it comes to financial conflicts, you must decide what’s more important – the relationship or the money.

If you and your spouse often have money fights, do what you can to find common ground. Have a financial goal that you can move toward together, but also give each other the space to express your individual money values.

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So, how much money is enough?

Because we live in a world where we rely on money for food and shelter, we will always be in need of having some. But, how much is enough? And how do you make sure you don’t run out?

Putting a figure on what’s sufficient for you is a personal choice. If you’re satisfied with a simple life and you keep your financial obligations to a minimum, you could live on relatively little. But, if you have your heart set on a vacation cabin in the mountains, paying for your kids’ college education, and retiring a millionaire, then you’ll obviously need more.

Setting financial long-term and short-term goals is a smart habit that will tell you how much money you’ll need for the things you want. When you’re intentional with financial planning, you have a direction to focus on and the steps you need to take to get there.

Other effective money habits include developing good money management skills and a healthy mindset . These both will help you strengthen your financial future. Learning how to budget , avoiding debt , and saving money will greatly increase your chances of not running out in retirement.

Just be careful to not get trapped in the belief that more money means greater happiness. In 2018, Purdue University published a study that revealed the point at which a greater annual income no longer had emotional benefits. The study found that once a person makes $75k a year, any increase in income actually tends to reduce life satisfaction.

Have a clear understanding of what you truly value and the vision you have for your life, and let those two priorities inform your financial goals and decisions.

What’s more important than money?

It’s probably not difficult for you to answer this question for yourself. But, it is important that you always keep your priorities in order. Otherwise, money can slowly start to create some of the problems mentioned above.

One way to maintain a healthy perspective of money is by keeping a gratitude journal. Take 5 minutes every day to write down 3 to 5 people and things that you’re grateful for. This will keep your focus on what you already have, instead of all the stuff you think is missing from your life.

Here are a few ideas you could add to your list:

  • The relationships in your life
  • Your health and well-being
  • The lessons and experiences your life has given you
  • The wisdom you’ve gained through the years
  • Your ability to keep learning and growing as a person
  • Your church and your faith

When you foster gratitude, growing, and giving on a consistent basis, it’s easier to keep money in its rightful place – as a tool that’s meant to serve you and support your efforts to create a fulfilling and purposeful life.

In conclusion: Money is important to live the life you want

No matter what life you want to create for yourself, you need money to make it happen. That’s why it’s important to practice good money management habits, and live below your means so you can save for the future.

Money can’t buy you happiness, but it can help you acquire things and experiences that create much joy and satisfaction for you. It can help you pursue your passions and purpose in life. And, it allows you to be generous and supportive of others in need.

Money is important to live the life you really want. To reach your goals and realize your dreams. So, take control of your finances and learn how to use it as a powerful tool in your life. Align your goals with your values and know your own answer to the question: why is money important to me?

Then, you’ll learn to master money instead of money mastering you.

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Money Basics: Financial Problem Solving Strategies

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Financial problem-solving strategies

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Have you ever experienced a financial problem? Do you feel like finances are holding you back from reaching your goals? This lesson will give a brief overview of the general problem-solving process and how to apply it to the most common financial problems.

The problem-solving process

First, let's take a look at a general problem-solving process that you can apply to any situation, not just a financial one.

  • Identify the problem . The first step in solving a problem is to identify it. What exactly do you need to overcome?
  • Make a plan. What are the steps you need to take in order to overcome the problem?
  • Implement the plan . This step actually puts the plan you created in place. While it sounds fairly straightforward, this is usually the most difficult step.
  • Evaluate the plan . Although this is listed last, this step might actually occur simultaneously with implementing the plan. Things happen and circumstances change, so you may need to re-evaluate your plan as it is happening.

Identifying the problem

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The first step in the problem-solving process is to get to the root of the problem and understand what you need to overcome. Here is a list of the most common financial problems people may face:

  • Lack of income/job loss
  • Unexpected expenses
  • Too much debt
  • Need for financial independence
  • Overspending or lack of budget
  • Lack of savings

When thinking about these common problems, each one falls into one of three areas: You need more money, you need to reduce your debt, or you need to change how you spend.

Making a plan

After identifying the problem you need to overcome, it's time to make a plan. Not sure where to start? No worries! We have you covered with some tips and places to begin.

Problem 1: You need more money . Whether you've lost your job, met an unexpected expense, or are working on becoming more financially independent, a form of income is necessary.

If you are a looking for additional work or maybe just a better-paying job, take some time to update your resume and cover letter. Make sure they are neat, up to date with your most current information, and free of spelling and grammar errors.

Be wary of any advertisements or jobs that offer fast, easy money. A lot of quick-cash methods come with unintended consequences. More often than not, if something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Problem 2: You need to reduce your debt . With high interest rates or the need to live paycheck to paycheck, high debt can be debilitating. Sometimes it feels like climbing a neverending mountain with an invisible peak. However, by prioritizing and negotiating your debt, you can make it more manageable.

Try listing all of your debt and the interest rates associated with each. Focus on paying off the ones with the highest interest rates first. If you're having trouble making payments, call the loan company and see if it can offer any solutions for you. The company may be able to lower your interest rate or offer a temporary forbearance to help you get back on your feet. If you need more help tackling your debt, you may want to contact a professional debt counselor like Consolidated Credit.

Problem 3: You need to change how you spend . Going from financial problems to a healthy financial status often requires organization and a shift in thinking. Avoiding overspending, building your savings, and gaining financial independence can often be accomplished with good spending habits.

The first thing you may want to try is creating a budget. There are many templates and resources available to help you create one. Sticking to one can be challenging, but simply having a budget laid out can help you see where you need to start spending less.

In addition to your budget, create a savings plan. Start out small. Even stowing away an extra dollar or two here and there can make a big difference. Also, try placing your savings in a place you cannot easily access. For example, create a savings account at a bank you don't usually use. The more difficult it is to access your money, the less likely you are to spend it.

Implementing the plan

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Although the explanation of this part is the simplest, this is often the most difficult part to actually execute. It requires self-discipline and perseverance. The most important part of this step is to know that if your plan doesn't work or if you have a difficult time sticking to it, all is not lost. If it happens, move on to the next step, evaluate your plan, then repeat the process.

Overcoming financial obstacles can require changing your lifestyle, and this does not happen overnight. However, just having a plan itself can help to give you confidence and reassurance that you can eventually overcome whatever is in your way.

Evaluating your plan

As you implement your plan, you'll need to continually evaluate it. Maybe something happens and your original plan needs to change. Perhaps you've learned more along the way and realize that your original plan was incomplete. Or maybe your first plan went as planned and was a success. No matter the circumstances, it is always a good idea to look back and re-evaluate. Try answering these questions:

  • Was your problem solved? Did a new problem arise?
  • What went right?
  • What went wrong?
  • What circumstances changed?
  • Was there anything you didn't account for?
  • What was easy about implementing your plan?
  • What was difficult about implementing your plan?

Financial obstacles can often seem debilitating and impossible to overcome. They often create a significant source of financial anxiety . We hope this lesson will help give you the confidence to take on your problem one step at a time so you can conquer your anxiety and move forward.

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Can Money Solve All of Our Problems?

Can money solve all your problems?

by LaTan Roland Murphy

On July 8th, God’s Provision in Tough Times released from Lighthouse Publishing of the Carolinas. Over the next few weeks, join us as we meet some of the 25 authors of this fantastic book about overcoming financial hardships in the era of a down economy. The book is filled with stories of hope and is sure to lift your spirits.

Up third is author of the book, LaTan Roland Murphy:

[My parents] were quick to acknowledge [God] and give praise for all the things He had done for them. Whining just wasn’t an option.

~ LaTan Roland Murphy God’s Provision in Tough Times

I heard one of the most profound statements I’ve ever heard a few days ago, spoken by a wise friend:

“If money can solve all of your problems, then you don’t really have any problems.”

There have been times in my life when money seemed like the solution to all of my problems. As much as I hate to confess it, it’s true! It wasn’t until I watched loved ones suffer with cancer, chemo, and the terrible effects of these that I realized what real problems look like and what real pain feels like. No amount of money could heal, take away the suffering, or lighten the burden.

What do you consider your greatest problem today? What is your ideal solution? Perhaps you are plain exhausted. You’ve tried with all of your might to live frugally, saving for the possible rainy day you hoped would never come. But it did come. The unimaginable, the unpredictable happened and your world suddenly got rocked-off its ‘ideal’ axis. No amount of money could put Humpty Dumpty back together. All of the king’s horses and all of the king’s men can’t put your ideal world back together again.

There comes a time in everyone’s life when perception meets reality face to face. It is then we are able to gain true perspective on what really matters in life. Our empty perceptions of what equates true happiness melt away as sudden desperation grabs us from behind unexpectedly.

My physician friends have shared stories of patients pleading after hearing the devastating test results: Terminal illness/no cure. In that moment their cold, harsh, reality put everything in perspective. Money was no object. They would give every dime they owned, willingly pay any amount of money to have their health back. Unfortunately, money could not solve the problem or change the circumstance that would follow.

I am not sure what problems you are facing today, my friend. Perhaps the weight is crushing and you see no solution. I want to encourage you to reevaluate what warrants a real problem. Sure, our perception is our reality. My big problems might seem trite to you. Your big problems might seem trite to me. But we can all stand to take heed to the profound statement of my wise friend:

“If money can solve all of our problems, then we don’t really have any problems, do we?”

The good news is: We don’t have to do this life alone. I don’t know about you, but that gives me strength to face each day. I am humbled by Christ’s willingness to be concerned with my problems. What a wonderful gift to have Christ help in all our times of trouble. He is the provider, the faithful One, the ideal solution for all of our problems. You can count on Him no matter what life throws your way. You can be sure He is concerned about all that concerns you. You can rest in knowing He is at work. He has your best interest in mind.

I pray all of your perceptions will be His best reality in your life. I pray you will celebrate over-looked blessings and jump for joy simply because you have good health. I challenge you to be thankful today as you intentionally take notice of God’s provision.

Although all of the king’s horses and all of the king’s men couldn’t put Humpty Dumpty back together again, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords has power and authority to mend our brokenness – and that, my friend, is an ideal solution to all of our problems.

“He is before all things and in Him all things are held together” (Colossians 1:17 NIV). “God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble” (Psalms 46:1 NIV).

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Great post, Latan! I especially appreciate your prayer (and challenge) for us.

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3 reasons why money won't solve all problems

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Money is not the solution to all problems. While money does pay the bills, buy food and supplies, and purchase clothes and a home, it can never heal wounds, mend broken hearts, and fix broken lives. If any, it can even worsen the problems we have.

The Bible tells us that money is a good tool, but a terrible master. It's so terrible that it competes with God in the heart of man. This is why the Lord Jesus Himself said:

"No one can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or else he will be loyal to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon." (Matthew 6:24)

The apostle Paul also warned us against excessive, or at least a driving desire, for money:

"For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, for which some have strayed from the faith in their greediness, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows." (1 Timothy 6:10)

These words tell us that money is not an end-all and be-all in terms of solving problems.

Reasons not to put all our hopes in riches

To help us understand why we should not trust in money for everything, here are some reasons why money cannot solve all problems.

1) Money depends on its user

Money is but an arbitrary tool  that can be used for good or bad, depending on the person who will use it. Many rich people are able to give gifts and help other people. On the other hand, there are some rich people who just added more problems to their already burgeoning list of burdens, thanks to their greed.

Consider the rich young man who talked to the Lord Jesus in Matthew 19:16-22. He did good things since his youth, but he failed in one very important matter of the heart:

"Jesus said to him, "If you want to be perfect, go, sell what you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow Me." But when the young man heard that saying, he went away sorrowful, for he had great possessions." (Matthew 19:21-22)

2) Money can't fix heart issues

Many people try to earn more wealth, thinking that if they have more money they can buy any and everything that they'll ever need and want. Many Christians even do this.

Sadly, no amount of money can ever fix the errors in our hearts. God's forgiveness can't be bought using a credit card. God's blessings cannot be purchased over the counter. Reconciliation with God cannot be acquired through installment plans.

In the same way, other heart issues just can't be driven away using cash. Take loneliness, for example. While we can spend a fortune on feasts and other social gatherings just to have friends surround us, the fact is that they'll still go home and leave us alone. And when they do, the loneliness will still remain.

Friends, only God can fix heart issues. Whether it's an orphan spirit, an issue of rejection, and wounds from being abused and hurt, only God can heal.

3) Money can bring out the worst in us

Money is a litmus test that reveals the heart of a man. Some may not understand and believe it, but money is able to bring out the worst in us.

Consider the famous disciple named Judas Iscariot. He walked with Jesus Christ daily, saw Him do miracles, heard His teachings, and ate with Him everywhere they went. The Lord trusted him enough to make him the group's treasurer, carrying the money bag they used for their resources. Yet, he betrayed the Lord for a few pieces of silver.

In the same way, money is able to bring out the worst in people. Those who feel like they lack may be tempted to acquire things in illegal ways. The rich but greedy will not be contented with their wealth; even if they have more than what they really need, they will try to gain more and more money to satisfy their greedy appetites.  At the same time, we can be poor and yet still be greedy because of our lust for things we don't have.  Ecclesiastes 5:10 tells us,

"He who loves silver will not be satisfied with silver; Nor he who loves abundance, with increase. This also is vanity."

Friends, money is not the solution to all problems; contentment in God is. He is the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. He knows all that will happen before it happens, and knows just how to deal with it. Let's all trust in Him above all, and run to Him whenever we, His children, are in need.

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The limitations of money include its inability to buy happiness and love. Money cannot always guarantee security or solve all problems related to health or relationships.

Money, a commodity that was invented to facilitate trade and commerce, has gained significance beyond its original purpose. Over the years, people have come to view it as a measure of success, a symbol of power, and a source of happiness and wellbeing.

But despite its apparent advantages, money also has its limitations. While money can provide for basic necessities, luxuries, and material possessions, it cannot guarantee happiness or love. As the old saying goes, money can’t buy happiness or buy someone’s love. It may generate feelings of security and temporary satisfaction, but it cannot solve the underlying problems of mental and emotional wellbeing. Moreover, money cannot ensure perfect health or prevent unforeseen illnesses or medical conditions. Additionally, it cannot buy back lost time or relationships that are broken beyond repair. Therefore, while money has countless advantages, there are many limitations to consider, which we will explore in this article.

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Understanding The Concept Of Money

Money is a universally recognized form of exchange for goods and services. It allows us to buy, sell, and save. The concept of money has evolved, from early bartering to paper money, to digital currencies. Governments and financial institutions create and regulate money, ensuring its stability and value.

Financial systems are built on trust, and so money must be transparent, stable, and secure. Money is not infinite, however, and can lose value due to economic factors such as inflation. The limits of money are the boundaries of our economic systems, and its value is essential to our daily lives.

Understanding the concept of money is crucial to effective financial planning and decision-making.

The Illusion Of Abundance

Money has its limits of abundance. Inflation affects its value and distorts our value systems. Consumerism and materialism have perpetuated the illusion that more money is better. This mindset has a psychological impact on individuals and society. The constant need for more money has created a culture of workaholics and a lack of satisfaction.

The value of money cannot be solely measured by its purchasing power, but also by the value it brings to individuals and society. We must recognize the limits of money and seek to find balance in its importance in our lives.

Money And Power

Money and power have a close relationship, with money being a tool to acquire power. It is used to influence decisions, sway opinions, and even control actions. However, this relationship is not always ethical, as corruption can play a part in perpetuating power imbalances.

Those without money often have less power and less influence over decisions. This can lead to a widening gap between the wealthy and the poor, and unfair advantages for those with financial resources. Such disparities have serious implications for social and political stability.

Ultimately, money may have its limits, but its impact on power dynamics cannot be underestimated.

The Environmental Impact Of Money

Money has its limits, and one of them is its environmental impact. Economic growth, fueled by consumerism, has led to severe degradation of the planet. Our current economic model puts profit and growth above sustainability. However, alternative economic models are emerging that prioritize the health of the planet.

These models aim to balance economic growth with environmental protection. These approaches include circular economics, degrowth, and regenerative economics. We must prioritize the environment and incorporate sustainability into our economic systems to ensure a healthy planet for generations to come.

The Emotional Toll Of Pursuing Wealth

The pursuit of wealth can take a significant toll on one’s emotional well-being. Financial stress can have a profound impact on mental health, causing anxiety, depression, and other issues. The pressure to earn more and meet societal expectations can feel overwhelming, leading people to prioritize money over personal fulfillment.

However, research shows that prioritizing fulfillment over financial gain can improve overall happiness and well-being. It’s essential to recognize the limitations of money and to examine how our pursuit of wealth affects our mental health and overall happiness. By taking a step back and reevaluating our priorities, we can live more fulfilling lives and find a sense of peace that no amount of money can buy.

Frequently Asked Questions On What Are The Limitations Of Money?

What are the limitations of money.

Money has many limitations, including that it cannot buy happiness, love, or time. It can also lead to greed and corruption.

Can Money Solve All Problems?

No, money cannot solve all problems. While it can help with financial issues, it cannot fix relationship, health, or mental health problems.

Is Money The Most Important Thing In Life?

No, money is not the most important thing in life. Other aspects like relationships, health, and personal fulfillment are also crucial.

What Is The Downside Of Wealth?

The downside of wealth can include feeling isolated, attracting insincere relationships, and becoming greedy or entitled.

How Can Money Impact Happiness?

Money can impact happiness to a certain extent, but beyond a certain point, having more money does not necessarily equal more happiness.

Can Money Buy Success?

Money may be able to buy opportunities to achieve success, but it cannot guarantee success in any field.

Is Having Too Much Money A Problem?

Having too much money can come with its own set of problems, including attracting insincere relationships and potentially becoming isolated or disconnected from society.

To sum up, money is indeed an essential component of our lives, and it helps in serving our needs and fulfilling our goals. However, one must understand that it has its limitations as well. Money cannot always buy happiness, love, or time.

It can only provide temporary pleasures, and beyond a certain point, it stops contributing to our overall happiness. We must also acknowledge the fact that it creates a divide in our society, often leading to unequal distribution of resources and power.

Therefore, it is crucial to have a balanced approach towards money and its significance in our lives. We should prioritize our relationships and cherish the moments that truly matter in life. By acknowledging the limitations of money and understanding its importance, we can lead a more fulfilling and content life.

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Why Money Doesn’t Solve Most Money Problems

written by Bob Lotich, CEPF® | Debt Help , Money Mistakes

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You can bet that the raise you are hoping to get is not going to fix your financial squeeze.

I mean even if you were making what your boss is making, it will not fix your financial squeeze.

There is a famous principle called Parkinson’s Law that essentially says that  expenses rise to meet income.   So if you are having a hard time paying your bills or making a dent in your mountain of debt, more   money is likely NOT your answer .

I know it may sound like this is bad news, but really this is great news.

This is because money problems (difficulty paying bills, paying off debt , getting into debt, difficulty saving) are most often caused by behavioral problems.

And behavioral problems can NOT be solved with money.

People seem to think that they can make their problems go away with more money, but really it just covers them up. This is apparent with all of the millionaires who file for bankruptcy.

They have more money than most people can dream of, yet they also have a spending problem that is far stronger than their income.

How do you fix behavioral problems?

Well, you start by asking God for help and then begin just doing one small thing at a time. It is a lot easier to update your house by working on one room at a time than by tearing up every room all at once.

You can start by learning to not spend more than you make .

There are practical things that can be done to help out, but I think nothing will be more valuable than just taking a long hard look at where your money is going and asking yourself, “do I really need this?”.

We say we NEED all this stuff to survive and yet 100 years ago most of it didn’t even exist (see Richer than Rockefeller for more) .

I think when we are honest with ourselves, we can see that a lot of our NEEDS are really just screaming, yelling, panicky WANTS.

1 Timothy 6:8 puts things in perspective…

“ 6  But godliness with contentment is great gain.   7  For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it.    8  But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that.”

I have a long way to go as I try to fight off my panicky wants daily, but that is what I am aiming for.

What about you?

Update 1-4-18: We have gotten a few upset comments from folks who have loads of medical debt or other non-consumer debt and I just want to be clear that is a different animal than what we are talking about in this article.  This is directed towards most of us who struggle with controlling our temptation for more and more leading to loads of debt. 

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Before you go back to the store or website, learn about the company’s return policies and collect documents related to your purchase.

  • Look for return policies, deadlines, customer service numbers and other important information on receipts, product packaging, warranties , or the seller’s website.
  • Check deadlines. Many stores will not take returns or exchanges after a certain time, like 30 or 90 days. Promptly return your undamaged item to have the best chance of a refund, exchange, or store credit. You might have to contact the manufacturer to return a defective or damaged product after a seller’s return deadline.
  • Collect key documents. Gather your receipts, warranties, canceled checks, credit card statements, invoices, contracts, or other documents. Make copies of documents to give the business and keep the originals. If you go to a store, bring any tags and original packaging you have.

Tell the business what happened. Give details about the problem, and about the resolution you want.

  • Explain the problem. Is the product defective or damaged? Did you get poor service or repairs that didn’t fix the problem? Reputable businesses want to know about their customers’ problems so they can act and avoid future complaints.
  • Be clear about what you want. Say if you want a full refund, an exchange, a store credit, a markdown on the item you bought, or a percentage discount on a future purchase. Explain why you want that result. Sellers are often more willing to offer a store credit than a refund. It’s less expensive for them and keeps you as a customer.
  • Ask to speak with a manager. If a customer representative doesn’t offer the result you want, be calm, polite, and persistent. Ask for a manager or supervisor. A manager will likely have more flexibility and authority to resolve the issue. Explain the problem to each person you talk with and describe what you want them to do.
  • Keep notes about what you did to solve the problem. List the people you talked to, the date of your conversation, and what they promised to do. If you chat online or send forms to customer service, save a copy of what you wrote, or take a picture of the screen before you exit, and note the date.

If you can’t resolve the problem by going back to the store or website, use this sample letter to write an effective complaint. When you write

Give your name, mailing address, and email address. Include your phone number too, if you want the business to contact you that way. Include your account number if you have an account with the business, and the related order or transaction number.

Give the basics. Describe the product or service you bought and important details of the transaction. Give the product’s name, its serial or model number, and the date and place you bought it or had it repaired or serviced.

Explain the problem. For example, say the product doesn’t work, you were billed incorrectly, something wasn’t disclosed clearly, or a product’s features were misrepresented.

Tell the business what you want. For example, say you want a refund, repair, exchange, or store credit.

Include copies of relevant documents , like receipts, repair orders, and warranties. Keep the originals.

Describe your next steps. Say how long you’ll wait for the business to answer. Give time for the business to act, and let it know you’ll report the matter to your state attorney general or state consumer protection office if you don’t hear by your deadline.

Make a copy of your letter to keep. Send your letter by certified mail and ask for a return receipt. If you send your complaint letter online, print the screen that shows your letter or take a screenshot of your letter before you click “submit.”

If you’re not satisfied with a business’s response to your complaint

Contact your state attorney general or state consumer protection office . These government agencies might mediate complaints, conduct investigations, and take other action against those who break consumer protection laws.

Contact a national consumer organization. Groups like Call for Action and Consumer Action try to help people with complaints.

Contact your local Better Business Bureau The Better Business Bureau is made up of organizations supported by local businesses. Local Better Business Bureaus try to resolve customer complaints.

File a report with the FTC. The FTC doesn’t resolve individual complaints, but your report helps law enforcement detect patterns and might lead to an investigation. Tell your story at ReportFraud.ftc.gov .

Visit USA.gov/complaints  to get information about filing complaints about specific types of products, steps to filing a complaint with a seller or manufacturer, links to product recall information, and more.

If you can’t resolve the problem and feel the business has been unfair, write an online review. The Consumer Review Fairness Act protects your ability to share your honest opinions about a business’s products, services, or conduct, in any forum, including social media.

It’s illegal for companies to threaten or penalize you for posting honest reviews. Many companies check social media and might reply if they see you’re dissatisfied with their response to your complaint.

Many consumers and businesses use dispute resolution programs instead of going to court.

  • In mediation , a neutral third party helps you and the other party try to resolve the problem. However, it's up to you and the other party to reach an agreement.
  • In arbitration you and the other party might appear at hearings, present evidence, or question each other’s witnesses, although the setting is less formal than court. An arbitrator or panel makes a decision or award after you present your case. The decision might be legally binding.

Many dispute resolution programs are voluntary, so you decide whether to use them. But in some states, a court might order you to try mediation or arbitration. Some companies require you to use arbitration for disputes and give up your right to go to court. Check your contract or product packaging to see what a business requires.

Your state consumer protection office or bar association might be able to suggest alternative dispute resolution programs in your area.

Small claims courts can resolve many financial disputes. The dollar limits on claims vary by state, but some states set the limit as high as $25,000. The costs of using small claims courts is relatively low, the procedures are simple, and you usually don’t need a lawyer. Check with your local small claims court for information about how to file your lawsuit.

If all else fails, consider a lawsuit. You’ll be able to sue for damages or any other type of relief the court awards, including legal fees. A lawyer can advise you about your options.

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    Answer The statement "Money is the answer for everything" comes in the middle of a section of Ecclesiastes that relates a list of seemingly unrelated proverbs. Here is the whole proverb: "A feast is made for laughter, wine makes life merry, and money is the answer for everything" ( Ecclesiastes 10:19 ).

  3. Ecclesiastes 10:19

    Berean Standard Bible A feast is prepared for laughter, and wine makes life merry, but money is the answer for everything. King James Bible A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: but money answereth all things. New King James Version A feast is made for laughter, And wine makes merry; But money answers everything.

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