Biblical Finance

What Does the Bible Say About Retirement? A Biblical Perspective on Aging and Purpose

Retirement, in the modern sense, is a relatively new concept—stepping away from paid work to spend your later years in leisure. The Bible doesn’t speak directly about retirement the way we do today. There are no verses that lay out a formal age to stop working, no discussions about pension plans or travel goals. And yet, Scripture speaks profoundly to what it means to grow older, to transition into a new season, and to live each remaining day with purpose. You may have finished the rat race—early mornings, long meetings, pressing deadlines. But if you’re reading this, you haven’t finished…
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Discerning Between Trusting in God Versus Trusting in Wealth: A Christian Reflection on Stewardship and Faith

For Christians who have accumulated wealth—whether through diligent work, wise planning, or God's providential blessings—the question is not merely how to manage it, but how to relate to it. Financial success can open doors to generosity, influence, and legacy. Yet it also presents a subtle spiritual challenge: Am I still trusting in God, or has my security quietly shifted to what I possess? Scripture does not condemn wealth, but it does repeatedly warn against the spiritual dangers of misplaced trust. Stewardship or Misplaced Faith? It can be spiritually challenging to discern where stewardship ends and misplaced trust begins. Wealth can…
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6 Biblical Principles of Work

Work is a central theme in the Bible, underscored from the very beginning of the scriptural narrative. The biblical principles of work are deeply intertwined with the theological understanding of human purpose, dignity, and relationship with God. This article explores these principles, examining how work is viewed through the lens of biblical teaching. The Lord God took man and placed him in the garden to... The concept of work started from the very beginning of the world. God did not finish all of the creation and then tell mankind that they should sit back and enjoy the views."The Lord God took…
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What the Bible Says about Giving and Tithing

Generosity and the act of giving is a fundamental aspect of Christianity. Giving is so important that it is featured in arguably the most recognized Bible verses in the world - "For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." Without that act of God's gift of generosity, we would not have the grace through which all people can be saved. Through this grace, we gain the freedom to live through Christ. With this freedom, we can generously share the joy we experience…
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Biblical Stewardship: Learning to Manage What Belongs to God

Stewardship is a fundamental concept in the Biblical view of money. Stewardship refers to our responsibility to care for the resources and gifts that God has given us. At its core, stewardship is about recognizing that everything we have belongs to God and using those resources wisely and faithfully to further His kingdom. Truly understanding the concept of stewardship can redefine how you think about your money and will lay a foundation for the other Biblical money management concepts. In this article, we'll explore what the Bible teaches us about stewardship and how we can apply those principles in our daily…
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What the Bible Says about Money

What does the Bible have to say about money? Quite a lot! The Bible has over 2,300 verses that reference money, wealth, or possessions in some form. Of the 39 parables Jesus told, 11 were about money. This shows us how important it is for us to understand the principles and teachings of the Bible when it comes to our relationship with money. The Bible provides valuable guidance on managing our finances, including budgeting, saving, and giving principles. It highlights the importance of maintaining a healthy relationship with money, recognizing that our ultimate source of security and fulfillment comes from…
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