16All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:  17That the man of God may be perfect, thoroughly furnished unto all good works.

Welcome to Wealth From The Bible!

The purpose of Wealth From the Bible.com is to provide a forum by which we examine what the Bible has to say about money and stewardship. The primary tenet of Wealth From the Bible.com is that the Word of God is taken as absolute truth. We will entertain no debate or discussion about the Divine origin of the Word of God. It’s it and that’s that! This is our basic guiding principle and doctrinal statement. We want to make that perfectly clear upfront.

However, that is NOT to say that we will avoid debates or shy away from controversies! Even among the best God-fearing Christians differences in interpretation occur. We will simply acknowledge that the (perceived) problem is definitely not with God’s Word. If that disagrees with you than go back to Google or wherever you came from.

Well, glad that’s settled. So then, what are we about?

When I came back to the Lord in the late 1980s, I was bankrupt financially and spiritually. During that time I had a revelation in which I realized that God’s Word is Truth and is relevant to any situation we as humans encounter as we walk though this brief life. I devoured scriptures as popcorn – especially those relating to finances. I was in a financial mess and was foolish enough to believe that the Lord could deliver me. 

So, I started this website so that others could avoid the mistakes that got me into trouble in the first place.  Furthermore, the Bible can show us the true path to riches.  Additionally (perhaps selfishly), I want to learn from those of you out there that have struck the Father lode in their mining of God’s Truth. I also want to start a community in which we can edify one another, reach out to a lost and dying world that struggles with financial issues, and add to the body of knowledge that will help us use money – and not vice versa! – as God originally intended way back when.

Won’t you join me as we explore the treasury of God’s Word?

22 “While the earth remains,
Seedtime and harvest,
Cold and heat,
Winter and summer,
And day and night
Shall not cease.”

In this first teaching entry of Wealth From The Bible, I think it is appropriate to start at the book of beginnings: Genesis.

In this passage we see that, as long as we walk this Earth, we can draw on God’s promise that the seed we plant and nurture will reap a harvest. I believe that his promise goes beyond agriculture. Galatians 6:7-9 shows us that our actions will reap a harvest.

I think that it is significant to examine this passage in its context. God spoke this promise to Noah (and to us) after delivering Noah’s family from a flood that wiped out the rest of humanity. Noah saw firsthand how the actions of the wicked reaped a sobering result.

Noah also witnessed God’s mercy in this trial. Noah and his family were the direct beneficiaries of this mercy. Noah acknowledged this by worshipping God as soon as he stepped off the boat. Although Noah’s family was spared, Noah certainly realized that he and his family had to build a new life for themselves. It was in this setting that God spoke for this promise.

So how can we tie this to the financial realm?

· First of all, this passage emphasizes that God is our provider. While we may work for an employer or somehow engage in a livelihood, we must realize that the Lord is ultimately our source.

· There are practical benefits to worshipping God. Revelation follows worship. God will comfort us and counsel us as we walk in partnership with Him. Is it a coincidence that Noah chose farming as his occupation after this dialogue? God advice can benefit our careers and pocketbook.

· Our substance plays a role in our worship of God. Noah took of every clean animal in his possession and offered it to the Lord. In bible times, animals were a measure of a person’s wealth. When we invest our substance in God, this is a form of worship and an investment (i.e. we are sowing).

Long-Term Investment Plan For All Residents of Earth

As long as we are residents of this third planet from the Son, we are promised seasons of seedtime and harvest. If you want to see an increase of something in your life, you must plant it as seed. The bible says that fruit reproduces after its kind. You have God’s word on it. And there is no higher authority.

But wait there’s more! We can take that seed from prior plantings and replant it for an even greater harvest. Like that obnoxious bunny in those commercials it keeps going and going and … well, you get the idea!

This is THE ultimate dividend reinvestment plan!

There is, however, a CATCH. The catch is that we can also reap BAD stuff too! Galatians 6:7-9 makes it clear that if we sow to our sinful nature, we will reap destruction. That would tend to ruin your day eternity.

Of course the first — and most important — step toward total spiritual fulfillment is to join God’s Kingdom.

So, in order to reap the good and avoid the bad, it literally pays to follow the teachings of the Lord of the Harvest. That is what this web site is all about. We want to assist you in this wonderful, prosperous journey into Divine abundance. Please visit us often. Better yet, subscribe.

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