Ecclesiastes 5:10-20 | August 4, 2024
Joy is less of an emotion and more of a choice. When we choose to live our life only for ourselves and those who benefit us, we find ourselves in an endless cycle of greed. It is a joyless way…
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Luke 12:22-24 | June 23, 2024
Jesus' teaching on money is hard for the 21st century Christian to hear. Much of our culture is focused on getting and having enough. Worry about financial security continues to confront families in poverty and in wealth. In this sense,…
Luke 12:13-21 | June 16, 2024
Greed continues to plague the human condition. For thousands of years human beings have often been gripped by their fear of loss and security. This fear gives rise to the practice of greed which sees the “self” as the center.…
Luke 16:10-13 | June 9, 2024
The Gospels record a significant amount of Jesus' teaching on money. Over all of these centuries, very little has changed in our relationship with wealth. This week's episode explores how money can become a great resource when it serves us…
September 17, 2023 – Haggai 1:1-6
Most people don't spend much time with the prophet Haggai. Perhaps it does not get as much attention as it should. Haggai raises questions about devotion, wealth, and how we can best manage our priorities in life. This week's episode…
April 3, 2022-John 12:1-8 (Lent 5C)
Today's episode highlights the beautiful cycle of gratitude and generosity. In this short story from John's gospel we find Mary with a heart filled with gratitude for what Jesus has done and what he is yet to do. She offers…