Money is Spiritual – Part 7: 10 Common Lies About Money

"Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." – John 8:32

Today, we will uncover 10 common lies about money and combat them with God’s truth, which sets us free.

10 Common Lies About Money 

1. Lie: Money brings happiness.If we have enough money, like wear right clothes, live the right neighborhood, we’ll finally be happy and fulfilled.
   Truth: True happiness doesn’t come from possessions but from God alone. Only God can fill the emptiness within, while money leaves us longing for more.

2. Lie: Money fixes everything.  If we  had more money, our r problems would disappear.
   Truth: Money doesn’t solve problems—it magnifies them. It can escalate broken relationships, pride, and stress. Only God can bring true healing and peace .

3. Lie: Money is the answer to life’s problems.
   When life gets hard, we hopethat God or someone else will give you a large sum of money to fix everything  Truth: Only God is the source of provisionand provide solutions to life’s challenges. Money is never the answer. 

4. Lie: Money is omnipresent—it can take you anywhere and make you happy.
   With money, I can travel anywhere I want and find happiness in new experiences.
   Truth: Joy is not found in places or experiences but in God’s presence. He is everywhere and dwell in our hearts.

5. Lie: Money is omnipotent—it gives you power to do anything.
   With enough money, I can do whatever I want and get away with it.
   Truth: Money is not all-powerful. It cannot save us  from negative consequences. Only God can.

6. Lie: Money is omniscient—it brings knowledge and control. With money, I can gain knowledge and power, which will make me important.
   Truth: True wisdom comes from God, not wealth. Money often fosters pride, but God calls us to humility.

7. Lie: Money enables you to help more people. If I had more money, I could finally make a difference and help others.
   Truth: Generosity doesn’t depend on wealth; it starts in the heart. God can use what little we have to accomplish His purposes.

8. Lie: Money defines your worth. Ourr value depends on how much money you make or have.
   Truth: Our worth is rooted in God, who created us in His image and loves us unconditionally. Money cannot add or take away from the value God has already given us.

9. Lie: Money brings security.
   If I have enough money, I’ll be safe and secure from all harm.
   Truth: True security comes from God, not wealth. Riches can disappear in an instant.

10. Lie: More money means more freedom.If I had more money, I’d finally be free to live how I want.
    Truth: True freedom comes from Christ, and the truth will set us free!

Prayer

Abba father, thank You for exposing the lies that money tells us. Help us to see You as our true source of joy, security, and freedom.. Set us free from the false promises of wealth, and guide us to walk in Your truth. In Jesus’ name, Amen.