In ancient Israel, lending was a way to help a fellow Israelite. Charging interest was forbidden. But in our day, Christian lenders go against this prohibition. And get rich from it. Continue reading “Charging Interest is Forbidden”
Category: money
Is godliness rewarded with wealth?
In the Old Testament era, some people said if you are holy, God will make you rich. In our day, this view is growing in popularity among professing Christians. Continue reading “Is godliness rewarded with wealth?”
Preachers who accept bribes
Some faith-leaders do not teach the truth from the LORD God. Instead, they teach whatever people pay them to say. They are false prophets. Continue reading “Preachers who accept bribes”
When your minister doesn’t know the LORD
An old priest named Eli and his two corrupt sons didn’t know the LORD. They wrecked the faith of their people and led the nation astray. Continue reading “When your minister doesn’t know the LORD”
The root of evil
The Bible is clear as to the root of evil. And yet Christians explain it away in order to justify their greed. Continue reading “The root of evil”
Open your hand to the poor
In our day, some Christians have contempt for poor people and refuse to give them money. However, the Book of Deuteronomy commands us to be very generous to them. Continue reading “Open your hand to the poor”
Sharing a meal with the poor
Would you like to have a great spiritual experience? Go find a poor person and eat a meal together! Continue reading “Sharing a meal with the poor”
Sell what you have and give to the poor
Many of us Christians wonder how much money we should give money to poor people. The Lord Jesus provides a very clear answer. Continue reading “Sell what you have and give to the poor”
Give to everyone who asks you
Most of us Christians wonder whether we should give money to beggars. The Lord Jesus provides a very clear answer. Continue reading “Give to everyone who asks you”
Lavishly giving to poor people
Godly people give money to the poor. They are gracious and generous to the poor, as we learn in Psalm 112. Continue reading “Lavishly giving to poor people”