Introduction:
Earning money is a fundamental aspect of human life, providing the means to support oneself and one's family. The Bible offers guidance on the principles and attitudes that should govern the pursuit of financial gain, emphasizing integrity, diligence, and the proper use of wealth.

Biblical Principles on Earning Money:

1. Diligence and Hard Work:
The Bible commends hard work and diligence as virtues that lead to prosperity. Proverbs 10:4 states, "Idle hands make one poor, but diligent hands bring wealth." This verse highlights the importance of industriousness in earning a living. Similarly, Proverbs 12:11 says, "He who works his land will have plenty of food, but whoever chases fantasies lacks judgment."

2. Honesty and Integrity:
Earning money should be pursued with honesty and integrity. Proverbs 13:11 warns, "Dishonest wealth will dwindle, but what is earned through hard work will multiply." This underscores the importance of ethical conduct in financial dealings. The Bible consistently condemns dishonest gain, as seen in Leviticus 19:13, "You must not defraud your neighbor or rob him."

3. Contentment and Trust in God:
While earning money is necessary, the Bible cautions against the love of money and encourages contentment. 1 Timothy 6:6-10 advises, "But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and neither can we carry anything out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with these." This passage warns against the dangers of greed and the pursuit of wealth at the expense of spiritual well-being.

4. Generosity and Stewardship:
The Bible teaches that wealth should be used to help others and advance God's kingdom. Proverbs 11:24-25 states, "One gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds what is right, only to become poor. A generous soul will prosper, and he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed." This principle of generosity reflects the belief that God blesses those who use their resources to bless others.

5. Avoiding Debt:
The Bible advises caution regarding debt, emphasizing the importance of financial responsibility. Proverbs 22:7 notes, "The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is slave to the lender." This highlights the potential bondage that debt can create and encourages living within one's means.

6. Seeking God's Kingdom First:
In the pursuit of earning money, the Bible reminds believers to prioritize their relationship with God. Matthew 6:33 instructs, "But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you." This verse emphasizes that while earning money is important, it should not overshadow one's spiritual priorities.

Conclusion:
The Bible provides a comprehensive framework for understanding the role of earning money in a believer's life. By adhering to principles of diligence, honesty, contentment, generosity, and stewardship, individuals can honor God in their financial pursuits.Matthew 6:31-33
Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?
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Proverbs 23:4
Labor not to be rich: cease from your own wisdom.
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Proverbs 23:4-5
Labor not to be rich: cease from your own wisdom.
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1 Timothy 5:8
But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he has denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.
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Matthew 6:19-21
Lay not up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust does corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
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2 Thessalonians 3:10
For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.
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1 Timothy 6:9-10
But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition.
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1 Timothy 6:10
For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.
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Luke 16:19-31
There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purple and fine linen, and fared sumptuously every day:
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The Unrighteous Mammon
... God does not tempt us when he gives us money, puts us in the way of earning money,
or spending money. Money is not bad in itself; wealth is not bad in itself. ...
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Chapter eighteen
... they make some effort to reach the working man, they have a large constituency among
the average salary-earning people, they send money and missionaries to the ...
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First Tractate.
... Wealth has for its cause the discovery of a treasure or the receipt of a gift,
or the earning of money by manual or intellectual labour. ...
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The Martyr-Bishop, 1548-1560.
... handed in to the suffering Bishop letters, books, ink, paper, pens, money and candles ...
lands and houses, were roaming the country as pedlars or earning a scanty ...
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Which Thing Whoso Thinks Cannot have Been done by the Apostles...
... minister unto Him, had both a bag in which should be put the money which was ... the
Church, by not exacting the pay which was due to him, but by earning his daily ...
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Sacrifice Hallows and Increases the Gift.
... If you are shrewd to have your money count the most, you will pinch a bit somewhere
and make it sixty-two ... For that which is held back is not earning anything. ...
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Nuremberg Sept. 15, 1530. To the Honorable and Worthy N. , My ...
... There is no such thing as earning the world's thanks. ... For example, we say "the farmer
brings only (allein) grain and no money"; or "No, I really have no money ...
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A Living Sacrifice.
... Money: The Golden Channel of Service. ... And her gift, small in itself, touched with
sacrifice, became worth several hundred dollars in its earning power. ...
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Growth
... world. A soldier's time is not spent in earning the money to buy his armour,
in finding food and raiment, in seeking shelter. His ...
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1875-1877. Mrs. Way's Sewing --Class for Jewesses --Bible Flower ...
... He has been the means of leading his mother to the Saviour. He went to Canada, earning
sufficient money to place himself this winter at Oberlin College. ...
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