Seeking Excellence with Nathan Crankfield

Poverty Is Not A Christian Virtue


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Most Christians misunderstand the true purpose of wealth—and that misunderstanding can trap you in a life of financial struggle or misguided arrogance.


Nathan Crankfield exposes how the modern obsession with poverty or prosperity isn't the Christian virtue it’s often claimed to be, but instead a balance rooted in love, stewardship, and purpose.


In this compelling episode, Nathan rewires your perspective on money by breaking down the myth that humility or ambition alone define a virtuous life. You'll discover why true Christian wealth isn’t about accumulation or self-denial but about purposefully aligning your finances with your calling.


We dive into the “virtue of the mean”, a concept from Aristotle through Aquinas, explaining how virtue with money exists in a healthy middle ground: provision as an act of love, not a pursuit of status or avoidance of responsibility.


Nathan shares real-life examples about the risks of both making money an idol or treating it as inherently suspect, and how spiritualized poverty can undermine your family’s well-being.



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