Money is one of the most talked-about—and misunderstood—topics in both Scripture and everyday life. In this episode, we take a deeper look at 1 Timothy 6:9–10 and explore what the Bible really says about wealth, desire, and the danger of misplaced trust. Drawing heavily from Proverbs, this conversation helps you develop a biblical framework for thinking about money—not as something to love, but as a tool to steward for God’s purposes.

“For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. It is through this craving that some have wandered away from the faith and pierced themselves with many pangs.”— 1 Timothy 6:10

I. Money Do’s and Don’ts from Proverbs

1. Do honor God with the first of your wealth (3:9–10).

2. Do seek righteous treasure (10:2–3).

3. Do be diligent in your work (10:4–5).

4. Do be generous with your money (11:24–25).

5. Do desire a good reputation more than money (22:1).

6. Do hone your craft (22:29).

7. Do be leery of false generosity (23:6–8).

8. Do not seek quick wealth (13:11).

9. Do not be greedy (15:27).

10. Do not be flippant about debt (22:7).

11. Do not rob the poor (22:22–23).

12. Do not become a pledge for someone else’s debt (22:26–27).

13. Do not swindle someone out of what the Lord has given him/her (22:28).

14. Do not be manipulated by the wealthy (23:1–3).

15. Do not work for fleeting riches (23:4–5).

II. Treat money like a tool.

• Luke 16:1–9

III. Focus on God’s good work and let him provide the money.

• Matthew 6:19–21

• Matthew 6:33

• 1 Corinthians 3:10–15

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