Needs Met and Not Met – Phil. 4.10-19
10 I rejoice in the Lord greatly that now at last you have revived your concern for me; indeed, you were concerned for me, but had no opportunity to show it. 11 Not that I am referring to being in need; for I have learned to be content with whatever I have. 12 I know [...]
Suggested Reading: a summary of prosperity teaching
For a very helpful summary of prosperity teaching (from a non-sympathetic perspective) drawing on the work of many others, see The Heart of the Prosperity Gospel: Self or the Saviour? by Dan Lioy, pp. 1-9. You can freely view this in PDF format by clicking the link.
1 John 2.15-17 – ‘do not love the world’
2.15 Do not love the world or the things in the world. The love of the Father is not in those who love the world; 16 for all that is in the world-the desire of the flesh, the desire of the eyes, the pride in riches-comes not from the Father but from the world. 17 [...]
The Language(s) and Logic of “Prosperity”
“Because of the price he [Jesus] paid we have a right to live in total victory… He has paid the price so that we may be totally free… abundantly free”[1] “God’s plan for your life, including your money, is summed up in one beautiful word: prosperity… God wants you to succeed in the area of [...]
Introducing “Prosperity Teaching”
Is it GOD’s intention for us to possess and enjoy financial wealth and/or material abundance in this life? For some of us, the answer is clearly no, for others yes. Then there are those who would offer a ‘qualified’ yes, or a ‘no, but…’. That said, this is not a question to be considered of [...]
The Abuse of Tithing
The following are reasons that I have a problem with teaching tithing as a requirement for followers of Jesus. It can reinforce the idea that the ‘pastor’ or ‘leaders’ are the only ones capable of hearing the Spirit and knowing where our money should be used.[1] Can we not all gain wisdom in this area [...]
Pressing Concerns for the Church
My interest in the topic of money and possessions was sparked in the last three or so months by discussions with a new found friend with whom I work. The man has some serious concerns about the effects of some of the teachings and practices surrounding money that he has heard, seen, and experienced within [...]
