Money Management

For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil… 1 Timothy 6:10 (NIV)

There is nothing wrong with money, in and of itself, or even having an abundance of it.  The issue comes with the love of it.  If we look closely at how we manage money, we would undoubtedly uncover the real value we place on it - and whether or not we have a love for it.  If we constantly make excuses or come up with “good” reasons as to why we should not allocate money in areas we know we should – this could be an indication of a love of money.  Proper money manage involves first and foremost rendering what is rightfully due.

Now the tithe belongs to God (Leviticus 27:30).  A tithe is ten percent of all incoming money.  So if we love God and not money – we would have no problem giving what is rightfully His.  Matthew 6:21 says, for where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.  So if we love God, the proof is in our treasure, that is, our money.  It is only when we come to trust and give that we will experience God opening up the windows of heaven and pouring us out a blessing that we will not have room enough to receive (Malachi 3:10).  I believe part of the blessing is to provide us with wisdom and guidance to properly manage and multiply the money that remains in our care.

Today, love God - not money.  Start to tithe and give offerings.  It is truly the first step toward proper money management and financial stability.