One way to help the poor is to roll up your sleeves and help them one by one. Cook them meals. Build them houses. Spend time with them. Another way to help the poor is to create enough wealth that instead of merely helping a few people, you can help many. The TV show “Secret […]
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Prosper In God’s Name
If you are called to the cultural sphere of business, don’t let anyone tell you that you are a materialist. Don’t let anyone condemn you for wanting to make money and have a successful business. God wants you to be a radically blessed, Kingdom-minded success. You may ask, “What reason could God for making me […]
Does God Want Us To Be Rich?
Some say that God does not want us to be rich. That is completely untrue. The Bible itself says: “Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.” (3 John 1:2) In what things does he say he wants us to prosper? “In all things.” […]
Is Money The Root Of All Evil?
Those who promote the idea that having money is wrong often quote the Bible as saying, “Money is the root of all evil.” The only problem with this is… that’s not what it says. The actual passage being quoted (1 Timothy [6:10]) says, “For the love of money is a root of all kinds of […]
The Abundance Of The Heart
It’s not hard to figure out what people are thinking. You only have to listen to what they say. Jesus said, “…out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks.” Here are some things I’ve heard various people say over the last 48 hours: “That drives me crazy.” “You’re breaking my heart.” “He makes […]