FINANCIAL BIBLE STUDY: May 4, 2026
MAY 4, 2026
Pastor Adam conducted a financial stewardship class focused on understanding the purpose of money from a Christian perspective. He taught that money should serve multiple purposes beyond survival, including advancing the gospel, helping those in need, and preparing for the future. Using Luke 16 as a key scripture, Adam explained how even an "unjust steward" was commended for planning for his future, emphasizing the importance of being faithful with money, whether in small or large amounts. The class discussed practical financial principles, including the 80-10-10 rule (living on 80%, saving 10%, and giving 10%), and Adam shared personal testimonies about saving and giving. Participants shared their own experiences, with Branka and Dusan discussing their savings approach and Nancy sharing a testimony about protecting her inheritance through divine intervention. The conversation ended with a prayer focused on faithful stewardship and God's provision.
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Financial Bible Study - Lesson 3
Detailed Meeting Notes
Christian Financial Planning Discussion
Adam led a financial planning discussion focused on understanding the purpose of money beyond just survival. He read Luke 16:1-9 about the dishonest steward and explained how Jesus commended this person for making practical financial decisions, even though they were unrighteous. Adam emphasized that while Christians should be heavenly-minded, they should also be earthly good, noting how some Christians neglect practical financial planning which can lead to problems for their families after they pass away. He shared personal examples from his experience as a pastor regarding the consequences of poor financial planning among Christians.
Biblical Financial Planning Principles
Adam discussed financial planning and the importance of having a biblical attitude toward money. He shared the 80-10-10 rule (live on 80%, tithe 10%, save 10%) as a starting point and encouraged challenging oneself to give and save more. Adam emphasized the need for a giving lifestyle, citing biblical principles about sowing and reaping, and warned against having an "evil eye" toward money. He stressed that true prosperity comes as a byproduct of seeking God first, rather than as a primary goal.
Financial Prosperity and God's Provision
Adam discussed the purpose of money, emphasizing that financial prosperity should be a byproduct of seeking God with all one's heart, rather than the primary goal. He stressed that jobs are channels for God's provision, not the ultimate source of security, and highlighted the importance of giving and saving as part of trusting in God's supernatural provision. Adam encouraged attendees to adopt an 80-10-10 baseline for financial giving and to focus on re-firing for the Lord after achieving life goals, rather than retiring.
Savings Management Strategies Discussion
Adam and Dusan discussed strategies for managing savings beyond emergency funds. Adam suggested reevaluating savings goals after building 6-12 months of emergency savings, recommending high-yield money market accounts for short-term needs and ETFs for medium-term goals. He shared his approach to charitable giving, emphasizing teaching financial independence rather than providing ongoing handouts. The conversation concluded with Adam recommending life insurance considerations and asking participants to reflect on the purpose of money in their families.
Financial Wisdom and Perspective
Adam discussed the importance of managing money wisely to protect families from financial pitfalls and maintain proper perspective on wealth. He emphasized the need to consider percentages of income spent on living, saving, and giving, and questioned where people find their security and approval. Adam shared a story about a missionary's positive experience with Trinity Christian Fellowship Church and encouraged the group to reflect on their financial attitudes and trust in God.
Divine Provision and Protection Testimonies
Branka shared a testimony about how God provided when she had a customer purchase and a dog grooming appointment on the same day, with both costing $65. Adam then described a stressful experience with a potential $30,000 tax bill that was later discovered to be significantly less, which led to connecting with a specialized tax company that now provides support. Nancy concluded by sharing how she protected her parents' estate from a corrupt cousin through divine guidance, catching the thief in the act at the bank.
Financial Stewardship and Biblical Principles
Adam led a discussion on financial stewardship, sharing biblical principles about faithfulness with money and how God rewards trust with true riches. Nancy shared her testimony about multiplying an inheritance and using it to support the Kingdom, which Adam connected to the theme of how God turns evil intentions for good. The conversation ended with Adam encouraging attendees to meditate on scripture, make declarations about their finances, and contact him with questions about the discussed topics.