The Bible teaches that it’s possible to wisely save and invest for the future while also being rich toward God by storing up treasures in heaven. Saving and investing honours God because it rightly values money as a gift that He has given to us.

If we are to live the abundant life in our finances and manage money like grownups, we must first be honest with ourselves. Are we driven by fear, that leads to control or neglect? This will never lead to the abundant life.
We must anchor ourselves in the Biblical truths that shape our understanding about money and God.

HEBREWS 6:9-20 (CSB)

After giving three stern warnings the author of Hebrews begins to encourage the people of God, reminding them that God – who makes a promise and swears an oath – cannot lie! Therefore we can take Him at His word.

HEBREWS 5:11-6:8 (CSB)

The author of Hebrews gives some strong warnings that we should listen to. Be careful of immaturity, ambiguity and forgery that leads to apostasy.

HEBREWS 4:14-5:10 (CSB)

Jesus, is the ultimate High Priest – He is our ultimate High Priest, therefore we can boldly approach the throne of grace, so we can receive mercy and find grace.

HEBREWS 4:12-13 (CSB)
We are devoted to God’s Word because of what it is - it’s GOD’S WORD, - and because of what it does: it pierces, and divides, and discerns, and exposes, But we especially love it because, GOD’S WORD, shows us the Father!

HEBREWS 4:1-11(CSB)
Entering God’s rest should be a priority for God’s people. It brings us away from a slave-like relationship with God and into one that responds to His grace. It brings us past dead religion and into full life and joy with Him. It brings us away from fear and worries, and into a trust which is free in His love. It takes us past self-effort and self-righteousness into running in the finished work of Jesus Christ.

We were never ready for the COVID-19 pandemic. But are we ready for the ultimate unexpected global event? As we emerge from the pandemic let's re-evaluate our lives through the lens of scripture and a correct understanding of the time we live in. Let's do everything needed to be ready.

For many of us, all the worrying from the pandemic has caused us to get into some bad habits, and in some situations its caused us to fixate on the concerns of this world and to latch onto things whilst holding back from joyfully participating in the kingdom of God. In Luke 12:13-34 (CSB), Jesus has some encouraging words. Don't Worry!

It’s time to check in… How are we doing in light of the pandemic?