Money & Stewardship topics

We Bought Cheap and Paid Dearly

Many expect shelves to stay stocked no matter what, but the factories that filled them are often gone. Losing the ability to make things quietly leaves us unprepared when supply breaks down.

The Hard Part Is Deciding You Have Enough

Choosing to keep his company for the good of his employees, Eddie Smith teaches us about the value of generosity over mere financial gain. His actions inspire us to prioritize meaningful contributions over chasing greater wealth.

Your House Went Up in Value. You Didn’t.

The appraisal climbs, the tax bill follows, and somehow a homeowner on the same retirement income is expected to find money that exists only on paper.

A Degree at Any Cost?

We must carefully evaluate the true cost of education and its impact on individuals' futures. Compassion means understanding that supporting someone's dreams shouldn't lead them into lifelong debt traps.

The First Thing Money Buys Is the Illusion That You Are in Control

Most conversations about money focus on generosity, debt, or financial success. Scripture certainly addresses those topics, but it also exposes a deeper spiritual danger. Wealth tempts us to believe we have become independent of God. The greatest deception of money is not greed. It is the false promise of self-sufficiency.

Stewardship, Not Ownership: Managing God’s Resources Faithfully

Major corporate milestones like record IPOs highlight how individuals and companies manage vast resources, raising questions about responsibility, investment, and long-term impact.

Confronting Spiritual Abuse in Modern Ministries

When churches pressure followers for money and loyalty, they diverge from true biblical teaching. Christians must recognize these dangers and stand against any form of spiritual exploitation that contradicts the gospel's message of freedom and truth.

The First Trillionaire: What Extreme Wealth Reveals About Our Hearts

Elon Musk became the world’s first trillionaire after SpaceX’s record-breaking IPO, which raised $75 billion and pushed the company’s valuation near $2 trillion. The milestone has reignited debates about innovation, inequality, and the concentration of vast wealth in the hands of a few.

The Deceitfulness of Riches: Why Wealth So Often Leads Us Astray

Billionaire wealth has surged to record highs, with fortunes growing faster than ever and deepening debates over inequality, power, and the spiritual implications of vast riches in a hurting world.

Generosity and Justice: Wealth Meant to Flow to the Needy

Annual rankings of America’s top philanthropists show billions donated by the ultra-wealthy, including record single-year gifts, amid ongoing conversations about inequality and the role of private generosity.

Treasures in Heaven: Redirecting Our Hearts from Temporary to Eternal

As global billionaire wealth continues to climb rapidly, reaching unprecedented levels, culture wrestles with questions of legacy, security, and what ultimately matters in life.

Minnesota’s Immigration and Welfare Challenges: Tough Questions About Costs, Budgets, and Community Capacity

Minnesota’s immigrant population contributes economically, but state and local policymakers face real fiscal pressures. A balanced public discussion needs data on tax contributions, welfare use, healthcare costs, and budget priorities — and sober reflection on how to responsibly manage limited resources.