The Bible talks more about money and finances than it talks about heaven and hell combined, and there's a very good reason why that is so.
Money is a universal exchange of value that makes transferring of goods simpler for everyone. Imagine how inconvenient it would be if we still had to exchange goats for rice! However, through the centuries, the simplicity of currency has been transformed into a complex misalignment of values.
That's why the Bible talks about money so much -- because many people misunderstand the concept of money. Some value it too little while others value it too much. Whichever the case, we must have a balance view of Godly finance management. Here are a few misconceptions that we must correct about money.
"Saving is a sign that you don't trust God"
Proverbs 13:11 tells us "Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it." Saving is not a sign that we don't trust God to provide for our daily needs, but a way of using our God-given wisdom to prepare for hard times.
"Our jobs are our source"
The ultimate source of everything is God, not our jobs, not our bosses, not our businesses. These are merely channels and it is only by the grace of God that we receive these channels and are given the grace to be good stewards of them.
Deuteronomy 8:18 is a great reminder of this where it says, "But remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your ancestors, as it is today."
"Money is the root of all evil"
Money is not evil. It is neutral by nature and only becomes evil when it is the ultimate goal for our life and when we start loving it more than God and others. 1 Timothy 6:10 says "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs."
"Giving is a burden"
Proverbs 11:25 breaks this mindset by telling us that, "A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed." Giving is not a burden but an opportunity for greater harvest because we can never outlive our God. When we allow ourselves to be a channel of God's blessing to others, there will be a return.
