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What the Bible Says About Work and MoneyEnjoy Life Forever!—An Interactive Bible Course
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2. What is a balanced view of money?
While the Bible acknowledges that “money is a protection,” it also warns that money alone cannot make us happy. (Ecclesiastes 7:12) Thus, we are encouraged not to love money but to be “content with the present things.” (Read Hebrews 13:5.) When we remain content with what we have, we free ourselves from the frustration of always wanting more. We avoid unnecessary debt. (Proverbs 22:7) And we escape the dangers of gambling and pursuing get-rich-quick schemes.
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What the Bible Says About Work and MoneyEnjoy Life Forever!—An Interactive Bible Course
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5. Contentment benefits us
Many people try to accumulate as much money as they can. But the Bible encourages a different approach. Read 1 Timothy 6:6-8, and then discuss this question:
What does the Bible encourage us to do?
Even if we have very little, we can be happy. Play the VIDEO, and then discuss the question that follows.
Despite having little money, what makes these families happy?
But what if we have much and still want more? Jesus illustrated this danger. Read Luke 12:15-21, and then discuss this question:
What have you learned from Jesus’ illustration?—See verse 15.
Read and compare Proverbs 10:22 and 1 Timothy 6:10. Then discuss these questions:
What do you think is more important? Having a friendship with Jehovah or having lots of money? Why?
What problems come from chasing after money?
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