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The Bible’s answer
No. The Bible does not say that money is evil, nor does it identify money as the underlying cause of all bad things. The common expression “money is the root of all evil” is an incomplete and misleading Bible quotation. The Bible actually says that “the love of money is the root of all evil.” You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.—You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now., King James Version, emphasis ours.
The Bible acknowledges that money, when used wisely, can be useful, even serving as “a protection.” (You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.) Additionally, the Bible commends those who show generosity toward others, which may include monetary gifts.—You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now..
At the same time, the Bible cautions against making money the focus of life. It says: “Let your way of life be free of the love of money, while you are content with the present things.” (You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.) The lesson is to keep money in its place and not pursue wealth. Instead, we should aim to be content with the things we really need, such as food, clothing, and shelter.—You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now..
Why does the Bible warn about the love of money?
Greedy people will not gain everlasting life. (You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.) For one thing, greed is a form of idolatry, or false worship. (You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.) For another, in their effort to get what they desire, the greedy often abandon good principles. Those “hastening to get rich will not remain innocent,” says You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.. They might even be tempted to commit crimes, such as blackmail, extortion, fraud, kidnapping, or murder.
Even if the love of money does not lead to bad behavior, it can have other negative consequences. The Bible says that “those who are determined to be rich fall into temptation and a snare and many senseless and harmful desires.”—You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now..
How can we benefit from the Bible’s advice on money?
If we do not compromise moral and spiritual values for the sake of money, we will have self-respect along with God’s favor and support. To those who sincerely try to please him, God promises: “I will never leave you, and I will never abandon you.” (You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.) He also assures us that “a faithful man will receive many blessings.”—You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now..
Bible Verses About Money
You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.: “Money is a protection.”
Meaning: When used wisely, money can be beneficial because it adds a measure of security.
You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.: “Even when a person has an abundance, his life does not result from the things he possesses.”
Meaning: Money is not the most important thing in life, and it will not contribute to our salvation.
You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.: “The love of money is a root of all sorts of injurious things, and by reaching out for this love some have been led astray from the faith and have stabbed themselves all over with many pains.”
Meaning: Money in itself is not wrong. But people who love money—who make it their main focus in life—bring problems on themselves, such as broken families and poor health from overwork.
You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.: “Let your way of life be free of the love of money, while you are content with the present things.”
Meaning: Instead of pursuing wealth at all costs, we are wise to be content with what we really need.
You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.: “It is easier for a camel to get through a needle’s eye than for a rich man to enter the Kingdom of God.”
Meaning: Jesus had just invited a rich young man to follow him. The man refused because he was too attached to his possessions. So Jesus was giving a warning. A person who puts riches before God risks losing everlasting life.
No. The Bible does not say that money is evil, nor does it identify money as the underlying cause of all bad things. The common expression “money is the root of all evil” is an incomplete and misleading Bible quotation. The Bible actually says that “the love of money is the root of all evil.” You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.—You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now., King James Version, emphasis ours.
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The Bible acknowledges that money, when used wisely, can be useful, even serving as “a protection.” (You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.) Additionally, the Bible commends those who show generosity toward others, which may include monetary gifts.—You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now..
At the same time, the Bible cautions against making money the focus of life. It says: “Let your way of life be free of the love of money, while you are content with the present things.” (You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.) The lesson is to keep money in its place and not pursue wealth. Instead, we should aim to be content with the things we really need, such as food, clothing, and shelter.—You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now..
Why does the Bible warn about the love of money?
Greedy people will not gain everlasting life. (You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.) For one thing, greed is a form of idolatry, or false worship. (You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.) For another, in their effort to get what they desire, the greedy often abandon good principles. Those “hastening to get rich will not remain innocent,” says You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.. They might even be tempted to commit crimes, such as blackmail, extortion, fraud, kidnapping, or murder.
Even if the love of money does not lead to bad behavior, it can have other negative consequences. The Bible says that “those who are determined to be rich fall into temptation and a snare and many senseless and harmful desires.”—You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now..
How can we benefit from the Bible’s advice on money?
If we do not compromise moral and spiritual values for the sake of money, we will have self-respect along with God’s favor and support. To those who sincerely try to please him, God promises: “I will never leave you, and I will never abandon you.” (You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.) He also assures us that “a faithful man will receive many blessings.”—You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now..
Bible Verses About Money
You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.: “Money is a protection.”
Meaning: When used wisely, money can be beneficial because it adds a measure of security.
You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.: “Even when a person has an abundance, his life does not result from the things he possesses.”
Meaning: Money is not the most important thing in life, and it will not contribute to our salvation.
You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.: “The love of money is a root of all sorts of injurious things, and by reaching out for this love some have been led astray from the faith and have stabbed themselves all over with many pains.”
Meaning: Money in itself is not wrong. But people who love money—who make it their main focus in life—bring problems on themselves, such as broken families and poor health from overwork.
You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.: “Let your way of life be free of the love of money, while you are content with the present things.”
Meaning: Instead of pursuing wealth at all costs, we are wise to be content with what we really need.
You do not have permission to view the full content of this post. Log in or register now.: “It is easier for a camel to get through a needle’s eye than for a rich man to enter the Kingdom of God.”
Meaning: Jesus had just invited a rich young man to follow him. The man refused because he was too attached to his possessions. So Jesus was giving a warning. A person who puts riches before God risks losing everlasting life.