There is a train of thought that the Bible is not relevant as far as money matters are concerned. However, the Bible has a lot to say about money. Furthermore, scripture encourages wise investment of our finances. Following are eight 
specific scriptural reasons for profitably putting our money to work for us.
- To Prepare for Lean Times6 Go to the ant, you sluggard!
Consider her ways and be wise,
7 Which, having no captain,
Overseer or ruler,
8 Provides her supplies in the summer,
And gathers her food in the harvest. (Proverbs 6:6-8) - It’s Considered Lazy Not to!
See Proverbs 6:6 above. The Bible does not have anything good to say about laziness! (Example: Proverbs 6:9-11) It is definitely a poor lifestyle! - To position yourself to receive God’s bounty
20 “So he who had received five talents came and brought five other talents, saying, ‘Lord, you delivered to me five talents; look, I have gained five more talents besides them.’ 21 His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.’ (Matthew 25:20-21)God not only encourages investing but provides the funds to invest! He has a reward system in which His servants keep the proceeds, are promoted, and share in His best. - It Pleases God
“His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!’ (Matthew 25:21, NIV) God truly delights in the prosperity of His servants. (Psalm 35:27) - It’s a Great testimony
1 If you fully obey the LORD your God and carefully follow all his commands I give you today, the LORD your God will set you high above all the nations on earth. (Deuteronomy 28:1, NIV) The verses immediately following describe these Divine manifestations of prosperity. - A Chance to Do Good
Therefore, to one who knows the right thing to do and does not do it, to him it is sin. (James 4:17, NASB)For one of the companies in which I am a stockholder, there was a proxy vote concerning a matter in which I thought was morally wrong. Through my vote, I was able to take a stand for righteousness.Additionally, if Christians increase their investments in businesses or, conversely, withdraw from other market segments; the Body of Christ can influence the marketplace (Proverbs 1:20).
- Develop Trust in God
For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. (Matthew 6:21, NASB)
If you make the Lord in charge of your finances, He TRULY is Lord. Your checkbook and your calendar will reflect your beliefs moreso than the words of your mouth. Do you really trust the Lord in your finances? - You Can’t NOT Invest
Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.(Galatians 6:7, KJV)Note that the above verse does not say “IF you sow … ” but “whatsoever …” you sow. The question is: in what (or, rather, whose) ground do you sow? Money is definitely a “whatsoever” in this context.
So, have I omitted anything? If so, please let us know with your comments.
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Allen Taylor
Thank you so much! We pray that these messages may be a blessing to you.
@coolhappy
Great post! I like that you mentioned #8… that is very true, we really are always investing whether we know it or not.