“Many financial problems, for individuals, corporations and nations, are caused by violating basic principles of biblical wisdom.” So writes Jim Newheiser, biblical counselor and former financial consultant, in his brand new book Money, Debt, and Finances: Critical Questions and Answers. In forty concise chapters, Jim presents financial wisdom that is grounded in faithful biblical exegesis and rooted in sound theology.
Ten biblical principles are developed throughout the book.
Private property rights are affirmed. The Ten Commandments forbid not only stealing your neighbor’s property, but even coveting what doesn’t belong to you (Exod. 20:15, 17). The story of King Ahab trying to take Naboth’s vineyard (1 Kings 21) illustrates the reality that even a ruler does not have the right to take away a man’s property.Vocational and financial success comes through hard work and skill (Prov. 10:4; 22:29; 6:6–11). God has designed the economics of the world in such a way that you will be rewarded according to your effort and your ability. The way to get ahead is to acquire valuable skills and to work hard in your vocation.Get-rich-quick schemes are foolish and lead to poverty (Prov. 13:11; 29:19–20, 22). In every age there are people who try to
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