Here are three things money can do for you:
- It can multiply. When you learn how to give and receive, buy and sell, invest and grow—money will multiply (Luke 6:38).
- It can be an instrument of love. When you use it to help the poor, the needy, or the lost, it becomes God's love in motion.
- It can be a testimony. As God has blessed and provided for you, give Him the glory and others will see God's goodness.
- It can't soothe your conscience. Giving it away will never bring the forgiveness of sin or relief of guilt. Only Christ can do that.
- It can't replace your work for God. Every Christian is called to actively serve in God's kingdom in some way. Just giving in the offering isn't enough.
- It can't go to heaven with you. Don't hoard it. Make the best possible use of it while you're here!
by Blaine Bartel.
Excerpt permission granted by Harrison House Publishers
