Unfortunately, I think many Christians today are getting only half the message about financial stewardship. They grasp the part about the importance of getting out of debt. But they think it’s so that they can have more money to spend on themselves. No! Jesus’ warning applies here: “Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions” (Luke 12:15, NIV).
Let’s get out of debt so we can give more money to God’s kingdom, and be financially free, not centering our lives around our debt. Our goal should be a life that mirrors Jesus’ generosity, not a money and possessions-driven life.
This article originally appeared here and is used by permission.
