What Does the Bible Say About Money?
Key Scriptures and spiritual guidance on money
The Bible addresses money in many places, emphasizing the importance of using it wisely and being content with what we have. While money itself is not evil, the love of money is warned against, as it can lead to greed and cause people to stray from their faith. The Bible encourages generosity, giving to those in need, and being good stewards of the resources we have been entrusted with. Ultimately, the Bible teaches that our focus should be on serving God rather than pursuing wealth.
Bible Verses About Money
1 Timothy 6:10
“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.”
Proverbs 13:11
“Dishonest money dwindles away, but whoever gathers money little by little makes it grow.”
Luke 16:13
“No one can serve two masters. Either you will hate the one and love the other, or you will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and money.”
Proverbs 22:7
“The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender.”
Matthew 6:24
“You cannot serve both God and money.”
Hebrews 13:5
“Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, 'Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.'”
Ecclesiastes 5:10
“Whoever loves money never has enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income. This too is meaningless.”
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