Money: Seeking God's Wisdom (31-Day Devotionals for Life)

“I am not all that interested in economics or investing; even though we need money to live, money talk bores me. But this book, while it is about money (and related issues such as work), is hardly boring. Jim Newheiser has a wonderful gift for bringing together solid biblical exposition, sound theology, and practical application. This 31-day devotional is not a book on how to invest or how to put your money to work; it is a book about our hearts. Money is a barometer of where our hearts are—Jesus tells us so. And here Jim gives us a book for the heart—a practical book full of Scripture and wisdom. However, I warn you: if you pick it up, you cannot read it casually. These daily devotions, with their biblically penetrating themes and questions for serious refection and action, need to be discussed. I envision this devotional being used by married couples, by couples who are preparing for marriage, by parents with children, by small discipleship groups, and by Sunday school classes. As a pastor, I will make this book widely available to our church; and I know that it will bear fruit, because God’s Word does not return void.”

“Newheiser provides much-needed biblical wisdom for the ever-present temptations we face from money. Each devotional in this book ends with brief but pointed action steps designed to help us address the sinful issues that arise in our hearts as we wrestle with godly stewardship. Jim lays out a healthy, biblical approach to our possessions. He does this by helping us understand how to utilize our God-given resources for God’s glory while also appropriately warning us of the dangers that lurk within our love of money. Dr. Newheiser’s words are a timely gift for those who seek to live biblically in a culture that is saturated with the pitfalls of materialism.”

“This wonderful book by Jim Newheiser provides Christians with God’s money wisdom in the most accessible format I have seen. The format allows believers to assess and diagnose the most crucial aspects of their money attitudes and practices in eminently biblical terms. Beyond that, this book points us all to Christ, through whom lasting heart-based change can come.”

“Jim addresses a very important subject to all of our lives. I would put the topic of finances within the top fve issues that people whom I counsel struggle with. Here, Jim walks us through many of God’s commands and principles in order to guide us in this area of daily tension in our walk with God. May the daily reading and application of these principles encourage you, as it has me”

“Financial stress is a leading cause of discord in marriages and severe anxiety in individuals. This devotional points to solid biblical wisdom that will ground readers who feel tossed about by waves of fnancial woe. Scripture says a great deal about money. It gives lots of practical advice on how to earn it and how to use it. But the Bible is also clear that how we relate to money is a spiritual issue. . . . Newheiser ofers a steady fow of biblical wisdom to address the complex issue of fnancial stewardship. While money advice often seems like a few simple steps—work hard, don’t spend more than you make, save, and tithe—the Bible reveals that there is much more to it. This devotional does address the practical elements of managing our resources, but it also addresses the heart issues that are intertwined with our views on and use of money”