What is Your Money Saying? (Holy Habits 4 - Pastor Michael)

What is Your Money Saying? (Holy Habits 4 - Pastor Michael)

Author: 922 Ministries September 29, 2025 Duration: 37:37

This message explores how developing a strong faith requires both good 'diet' and proper 'exercise,' with generosity being the essential exercise that strengthens our spiritual muscles. Learn why many Christians struggle with financial anxiety and how our attitude toward money reveals what's truly in our hearts.Explore God's radical generosity in sending Jesus, who left all heavenly riches to make us spiritually rich. This incredible gift serves as our model for generous living. The message breaks down five biblical principles of giving that can revolutionize your financial life: Planned Giving, Percentage Giving, Priority Giving, Persistent Giving, and Pleasurable Giving.Discover the paradox that those who hold tightly to their resources often experience less satisfaction than those who give generously. God promises specific blessings to generous givers - not necessarily more money, but greater contentment, less jealousy, joy instead of financial fear, and stronger relationships.Whether you're new to giving or have established giving habits, this message offers practical next steps for your generosity journey. Learn how to move from closed-fisted living to open-handed generosity that reflects God's character and brings true joy.


Each week, the communities of St. Peter Lutheran and The CORE in Appleton, Wisconsin, gather to explore faith, life, and scripture. This audio feed brings those weekly sermons directly to you, offering a consistent source of reflection and teaching grounded in Lutheran Christian tradition. You'll hear messages that connect ancient biblical wisdom to the realities of modern living, tackling topics from everyday relationships and personal struggles to the broader call to community and service. The voices from 922 Ministries-The CORE & St. Peter Lutheran aim to provide more than just information; they seek to foster a deeper understanding and a practical, resilient faith. Whether you're a long-time member, a spiritual seeker, or someone simply curious about a thoughtful perspective on Christianity, this podcast serves as an accessible way to engage with these teachings on your own schedule. It’s like having a regular, grounded conversation about what it means to live with purpose and hope, drawn directly from the heart of a Wisconsin ministry. Tune in for a straightforward, substantive addition to your weekly routine.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

922 Ministries - The CORE & St. Peter Lutheran
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