The Scripture lays out many clearly defined principles of financial stewardship that if followed will bring greater peace of mind and stability.

Good Work Ethic

Christians are to be an industrious and hardworking people, not slothful in temporal affairs (Romans 12:11). Proverbs 24:30-34 details the field of the lazy man who does not tend well to his field. Through carelessness and inattention, the field did not yield a good harvest so poverty came. Christian stewards are to have a good work ethic and should work hard,
be on time, and do things at a high standard. A welfare mentality is contrary to Scripture.
2 Thessalonians 3:10-12 states, “If any would not work, neither should he eat.” Paul commanded these people who were not working due to laziness to “work and eat their own bread.” From the fall of Adam, man was given a charge to work and eat bread from the sweat of his brow and the labor of his own hands.Read more

Research shows that money is one of the main reasons for marriage problems and one of the leading causes of divorce. Money issues can be challenging in the home but can be minimized by following biblical principles.

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All debt is not created equal. Good debt is referred to as debt that helps generate income and increases net worth such as education, business ownership, real estate, and investing. Even “good” debt is not guaranteed and can have a downside.

“Bad debt” refers to debts incurred to purchase depreciating assets such as vehicles, clothes, consumables, and other goods and services. Credit card debt is one of the worst due to high interest rates if not paid in full monthly.

What shall we eat? …. or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed? …. Your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things.  But seek ye first the kingdom of God….
 —Matthew 6:31-33

Dedicated, full-time gospel workers will often experience financial hardship and even poverty as they labor to promote the richer treasures of Christ rather than the mammon of this life. While time and talents should be fully invested for the furtherance of the kingdom of God, money is necessary to live in this world. God is well aware of this reality and will not forget His servants in their time of need. Ministers of the gospel must be willing to suffer while maintaining a steadfast faith that God has promised to provide those necessary things. In times of difficulty, our trust must rise beyond the present need in acknowledging that God has a higher purpose and plan.Read more