The Gospel & Money

How does looking at our finances through the lens of the Gospel clarify what we truly value and where our ultimate trust lies?In this sermon from The Gospel and... series, Lead Pastor Neil McClendon examines the intersection of the Gospel and money across several core New Testament passages. Pastor Neil addresses four essential biblical perspectives—from Jesus' teaching on storing up treasures in heaven in Matthew 6, to the Rich Young Ruler in Luke 18, the parable of the rich fool in Luke 12, and Paul’s instruction on cheerful giving in 2 Corinthians 9. Discover how what we do with our money serves as a direct reflection of what God has done in our hearts.In this episode, we cover:Earthly vs. Heavenly Treasure: Asking whether our primary portfolio of treasure is accumulating on earth or in heaven.Serving God or Money: Identifying the subtle ways money attempts to act as a master and evaluating who we truly serve.The Trap of Covetousness: Learning from the parable of the rich fool that life does not consist in the abundance of possessions.Being Rich Toward God: Understanding how gospel-centered generosity yields eternal rewards and draws our heart's affections closer to the Kingdom.A Heart Transformed: Seeing how extravagant acts of love and giving—like Zacchaeus and Mary of Bethany—naturally flow from an encounter with Christ.Be sure to follow us:InstagramFacebookYoutube