Dig Out The Root
How important is money… really?
What role is it playing in your life right now?
And—let’s be honest—how well are you actually managing it?
Paul once wrote to his young protégé, Timothy: “The love of money is a root of all kinds of evil.” (1 Timothy 6:10)
That’s a weighty statement.
So what did he mean?
Money Isn’t the Problem… But It Can Become One
Money, in itself, is not evil.
It’s useful. Necessary. Even enjoyable.
But it becomes dangerous when it takes on a role it was never designed to carry.
Money makes a terrible god.
Let’s Name This Honestly
An idol is anything you look to for what only God can give.
And money… quietly steps into that role all the time.
- Security about your future
- A sense of identity
- A measure of your worth
Have you found yourself leaning on money for any of those?
The False Promises of Money
Money whispers…
“If you just had more, you’d feel secure.”
“If you just reached that level, you’d feel like enough.”
But let’s tell the truth:
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How to Build Amidst the Storm
Build on Solid Foundations in a Shaking World
The world is tense. Governments are unstable, anxiety is spreading, and insecurity touches every life—across all ages, ethnicities, and languages. In times like these, when everything feels like it’s shaking, we need to return to what truly matters and ensure our lives are anchored to unshakable foundations.
Unfortunately, many places and communities lack a shared understanding of what’s essential. As the psalmist asks, “When the foundations are being destroyed, what can the righteous do?” (Psalm 11:3)
We must remind ourselves: our foundation is not found in public opinion, political debates, or even family traditions. “No one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ.” (1 Corinthians 3:11)
Each of us has a unique role in building the church and influencing the culture, according to God’s design and calling. But we all must build on the same solid foundation—rooted in Truth, forgiveness, grace, and th...
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