Bible wisdom for everyday money decisions
What does Scripture say about your money?
Every article pairs a passage with a plain-language explanation, a practical money example, and a short prayer. No hype, no guilt, just timeless wisdom you can use this week.
“Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase: So shall thy barns be filled with plenty, and thy presses shall burst out with new wine.”
“Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise.”
“The rich ruleth over the poor, and the borrower is servant to the lender.”
“Where there is no counsel, the purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.”
“He becometh poor that dealeth with a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent maketh rich.”
“Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom.”
“For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.”
“Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.”
“But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
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Proverbs & Pennies is an editorial project. Articles are researched and drafted with the help of AI tools, then reviewed and edited by a human editor before they are published. Scripture is quoted from the public-domain King James Version. We share education and inspiration, not personalized financial advice. Read more about us.