Ralph Estep Jr. and Dr. Craig Van Slyke dive into the world of biblical financial wisdom, tackling the heavy stuff like financial shame and anxiety. The main point? Wealth isn’t the enemy, but our relationship with money can seriously mess with our spiritual health. So, if you’ve ever felt weighed down by your wallet or anxious about your bank balance, you'll be interested to know what the Bible Says About Wealth!<a href="https://www.askralphpodcast.com/blog/what-the-bible-really-says-about-wealth/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Read today's blog article</a><a href="https://youtu.be/_VAUjtqjTSA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Check out the full podcast episode here</a>Ralph Estep Jr. and Dr. Craig Van Slyke dive into a thought-provoking discussion on biblical financial wisdom, addressing the often misunderstood relationship between wealth and spirituality. They challenge common perceptions, such as the belief that money is inherently evil or that wealth is a sign of divine favor. Instead, they explore 11 surprising truths from the Bible about wealth, emphasizing that money itself isn't the issue, but rather our attachment to it and how we choose to manage it. From the dangers of wealth to the blessings that it can bring when viewed through a faithful lens, the episode encourages listeners to reflect on their financial habits and consider how their faith influences their approach to money.Chapters:<ul><li>00:02 - Understanding Biblical Perspectives on Money</li><li>04:07 - Exploring Biblical Wisdom on Wealth</li><li>14:12 - The Love of Money and Its Consequences</li><li>25:31 - The Test of Wealth and Generosity</li><li>28:50 - The Ripple Effect of Generosity</li><li>43:05 - The Illusion of Wealth and Contentment</li><li>53:02 - Closing Reflections and Next Steps</li></ul> Takeaways:<ul><li> Wealth can be dangerous to your spiritual health; it's a tool, not a master. </li><li> God may bless you with wealth, but remember to recognize Him as the source. </li><li> Contentment is better than wealth; peace and faith matter more than riches. </li><li> The love of money can lead to all kinds of evil; check your motives and priorities. </li></ul> Resources<ul><li>Join Ralph's email list and get a free copy of “Mastering Your Finances” at 				<a href="https://askralph.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://askralph.com/</a></li><li>Craig's Podcast: <a href="https://www.livewellandflourish.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Live Well and Flourish</a></li><li>Craig's Podcast: <a href="https://www.aigoestocollege.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ai Goes to College</a></li></ul> <a href="https://www.askralphpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LISTEN NOW</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1ZyJLydWUPqYaF2mS1l1Yg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WATCH NOW ON YOUTUBE</a> (OUR VIDEO VERSION)<a href="https://rumble.com/c/ASKRALPHPODCAST" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">WATCH NOW ON RUMBLE</a> (OUR VIDEO VERSION)<a href="https://askralph-shop.fourthwall.com/?source=dashboard" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">VISIT OUR ASK RALPH SHOW GEAR STORE</a> FOR ALL KINDS OF COOL MERCHANDISE - ENTER THE CODE "FREEBOOK" FOR A FREE DOWNLOADABLE COPY OF MY BOOK "MASTERING YOUR FINANCES"<a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/W39nbmnKqtgqr9om/?mibextid=K35XfP" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">JOIN OUR FACEBOOK INSIDERS GROUP</a><a href="https://ASKRALPHPODCAST.COM/SUPPORT" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SUPPORT THE SHOW</a><a href="https://askralphpodcast.com/live" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">JOIN RALPH LIVE - EVERY TUESDAY AT 1PM EST</a>Please share our Podcast with all your friends and family!Submit your questions or ideas for future shows - email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:ralph@askralph.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ralph@askralph.com</a> or leave a voicemail message on our podcast page <a href="https://www.askralphpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Leave A Voicemail Message</a>Like us on Facebook and follow us on Facebook at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/askralphmedia" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/askralphmedia</a> Twitter (@askralphmedia) or visit <a href="https://www.askralphpodcast.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.askralphpodcast.com</a> for more information.To schedule a consultation with Ralph's team, contact him at 302-659-6560 or go to <a href="https://www.askralph.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.askralph.com</a> for more information!Buy Ralph's Book - Mastering Your Finances! on <a href="https://www.amazon.com/MASTERING-YOUR-FINANCES-Comprehensive-Financial/dp/B0CN5Q9PSJ/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3T7LBW5MT5G0L&keywords=ralph+estep&qid=1702750208&sprefix=ralph+estep%2Caps%2C90&sr=8-1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon</a>Buy Ralph's Book - Gospel of Entrepreneurship: Following Jesus in Your Business Journey&nbsp;on <a href="https://a.co/d/1AUENOB" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon</a>&nbsp;

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