(1/5) The prosperity gospel, the poverty gospel, and the truth most Christians miss: The Dangerous Lie Dividing Christians

(1/5) The prosperity gospel, the poverty gospel, and the truth most Christians miss: The Dangerous Lie Dividing Christians

Author: Bob Lotich, Linda Lotich June 14, 2025 Duration: 42:28

This might be the most important conversation we've had about money, faith, and the Bible.

For years, we've wrestled with it. One side says God wants you rich. The other says being poor makes you holy. But neither seemed to fully line up with Scripture. What if both extremes missed the point?

In this episode, we kick off a 5-part series where we break down:

  • What the Prosperity Gospel gets right—and dangerously wrong

  • How the Poverty Gospel subtly creeps in as "humility"

  • The parable that changed everything for us 

  • The biblical third way no one talks about enough

  • How prayer can shift false teachers more than criticism ever could

  • Why stewardship (not ownership) is the core financial principle of Scripture

  • How even Mother Teresa modeled biblical abundance through simplicity

If you've ever struggled to reconcile your faith with your finances… this episode is for you.

 

Resources Mentioned:

  • 📖 Simple Money, Rich Life by Bob Lotich – Get your free copy: http://seedtime.com/free
  • 📘 Business Secrets from the Bible by Rabbi Daniel Lapin
  • 📖 Bible verses mentioned:
    • Genesis 2:12
    • Genesis 13:2
    • Psalm 24:1
    • Matthew 25 (Parable of the Talents)
    • 1 Timothy 6:9-10 (Amplified Version)
    • Proverbs 4:23

 

BONUS: Ever dreamt of hanging out with us for 6 weeks in your small group or church? Head to https://seedtime.com/true for details or shoot us a DM on Instagram (http://instagram.com/seedtime).

 

If you haven't checked out our best-selling book Simple Money, Rich Life (https://seedtime.com/smrl/), we think you'll love it. It was named the 2022 Book of the Year by ICFH and has over 900 5-star reviews on Amazon, and is best described as "a money book for people who don't read money books." 

You can take it for a test drive for FREE at https://SeedTime.com/sample where you can download chapter 1 of the audiobook, grab the 1st 2 chapters of the ebook version, and even get the 5-week book study companion guide.


What does it look like to manage money well when your faith is the foundation of your life? That’s the central question explored in SeedTime with Bob and Linda Lotich. This isn't just another financial advice show; it's a conversation about integrating biblical principles with the practical realities of budgeting, investing, and building a secure future. Bob and Linda approach finances from a unique perspective, one that challenges conventional wisdom by framing stewardship as a spiritual practice. Their discussions move beyond spreadsheets to consider how financial health directly impacts your marriage, your sense of purpose, and your ability to live generously. Each episode aims to provide actionable steps to simplify your finances, eliminate debt, and cultivate a sense of peace and control over the resources you've been given. The goal is to shift your focus from anxiety about money towards freedom, allowing you to invest your time and energy into what truly matters. If you've ever felt that typical money advice misses the heart of the matter, this podcast offers a different path-one where faith and finances are seamlessly connected. Tune in for honest conversations that blend personal experience with practical strategy, all centered on building a life of purpose and provision.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

SeedTime with Bob and Linda Lotich
Podcast Episodes
Why Heaven Uses Gold As Pavement & What It Means For Your Money Today [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:38
In this episode, we're diving deep into an astonishing truth about Heaven's streets of gold and what it teaches us about abundance, provision, and God's priorities. Spoiler: Heaven's economy makes Earth's GDP look like p…
If you have more than $1k in your bank account, make these 6 moves [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:56
In this episode of the SeedTime Money Podcast, we're breaking down 6 game-changing money moves you can make with just $1,000. Whether you're hitting this financial milestone for the first time or you're ready to maximize…
How to start a $10K/month coaching business in 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:02:10
If you've ever thought, 'I've been through something life-changing—I need to share this,' then stop scrolling. This episode is for you. We're diving into an exclusive workshop with Bryan Harris, one of the sharpest entre…