How God Feels About Money: It’s All About the Heart
"Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moths and vermin destroy and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moths and vermin do not destroy and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." – Matthew 6:19-21
Money plays a significant role in our lives, but have you ever paused to ask: How does God view money? According to Jesus, money isn’t just a resource—it’s a mirror of the heart.
In Matthew 6:19–21, Jesus encourages us not to store up treasures on earth but in heaven. Why? Because where your treasure is, that’s where your heart will be. That means how we handle money says a lot about what we truly value.
Surprisingly, Jesus spoke about money more often than about faith or prayer—only the Kingdom of God was a more frequent topic. Why such a focus? Because money can quickly compete for our devotion. In Matthew 6:24, Jesus makes it clear: “You cannot serve both God and money.” It’s not about how much money we have—it’s about how much it has us.
Money is tangible; we can hold, save, spend, or stress over it. However, God is unseen. That’s why handling money tests our faith. Hebrews 11:1 defines faith as “the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” God invites us to trust Him more than we trust our bank accounts.
Money itself isn’t bad. It’s a tool—meant to meet our needs, bless others, and provide for future generations. But when it becomes our source of identity, security, or self-worth, we step into dangerous territory. 1 Timothy 6:10 warns us: “The love of money is the root of all kinds of evil.” Not money itself—but the love of it.
That’s why Jesus encourages us not to worry about what we’ll eat, wear, or need. He reminds us that God feeds the birds and clothes the flowers—and we are worth far more than they are (Matthew 6:25–34). God knows what we need. Our role is to seek first His Kingdom and trust that everything else will fall into place.
If you’re on a fixed income or feeling anxious about finances, God invites you to rest in His care. Generosity (Luke 6:38), contentment (Luke 12:15), and humility (Deuteronomy 8:17–20) are the pillars of biblical financial wisdom.
Psalm 24:1 says, “The earth is the Lord’s and everything in it.” That includes your paycheck, your groceries, your savings, and your struggles. You don’t walk alone. God owns it all—and He’s committed to taking care of His children.
This week, ask yourself: What does my money say about my heart? Let your financial habits reflect a deeper trust in God’s love, provision, and purpose for your life.
“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.”
