Money, Work, & Possessions

Faithful Stewardship in Everyday Life

Learning to Give What We Owe and Own

Scripture speaks often and directly about money, work, and material life. These realities are never treated as morally neutral, nor are they presented as ultimate sources of security or meaning. Instead, the Bible frames possessions, labor, and wealth as entrusted gifts that shape the heart, reveal loyalties, and form habits of trust or fear.

This page gathers articles that explore how Scripture addresses work, generosity, consumption, and risk. Rather than promoting either prosperity or asceticism, these resources attend to stewardship as a practice of faithfulness rooted in gratitude, responsibility, and care for others.

Stewardship and Responsibility

Living with What We Are Given

The Bible consistently frames human beings as stewards rather than owners. Possessions, time, and resources are entrusted for the sake of faithfulness and service. These articles explore how Scripture understands responsibility, trust, and accountability in material life.

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  • Stewardship and Responsibility in the Bible

Generosity, Giving, and Trust

Freedom from Possession

Generosity in Scripture is not driven by pressure or calculation, but by trust in God’s provision and care for others. These articles explore how giving, sharing, and tithing function as practices that loosen the grip of possession and form communities marked by gratitude.

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  • Tithing and Giving in the Bible

  • Generosity and Giving in the Bible

Risk, Wealth, and Discernment

Wisdom in the Use of Money

Scripture acknowledges the allure and danger of wealth, along with the risks people take in pursuit of security or gain. These articles explore how the Bible addresses risk, chance, and restraint, calling for discernment rather than fear or indulgence.

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  • Gambling and Risk in the Bible

Alcohol, Enjoyment, and Restraint

Celebration and Self-Control

The Bible speaks about wine and strong drink with nuance, recognizing both celebration and danger. Rather than offering a single rule, Scripture emphasizes wisdom, moderation, and care for others. These articles explore how enjoyment and restraint are held together in faithful living.

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  • What Does the Bible Say About Alcohol?

  • Alcohol, Moderation, and Wisdom in the Bible

  • Wine, Celebration, and Warning in the Bible

  • Beer, Brewing, and Daily Life in the Bible