The righteous handling of money is an important practical test of godliness.
Money must be obtained honestly
Not by theft
See also
pp Dt 5:19
Not by fraudulent practices
Not by usury
Not at the expense of justice
Not by extortion
Not by oppression
Not at the expense of health
Not at the expense of witness
Not at the expense of spiritual well-being
pp Mk 8:36
pp Lk 9:25
By work, trade, investment or inheritance
pp Lk 19:23
Money must be cared for diligently
Personal money
Money held on trust
Money must be used in a God-honouring way
For the support of the family
For benefiting the poor, especially God's people
For the work of God's kingdom
Examples of godly people who have used their money well
Those who were wealthy but godly
Those who had little but gave much
pp Lk 21:1-4
