Money Problems

May 17, 2026
Money Problems

We spend so much of our energy trying to secure our future through money, only to find that wealth is an uncertain foundation that often leaves us more anxious than before. The biblical practice of contentment and generosity invites us to stop placing our hope in our finances and start anchoring our lives in the presence of God.

References:
  • Top Worries in the U.S.: Inflation is currently cited as the number one worry.
  • Global Wealth Context: More than half of Americans living below the official U.S. poverty line (approximately $15,000/year for a single person) would still rank as high-income or upper-middle-income globally.
  • Charitable Giving: The average American contributes about 1.2% to 2% of their disposable income to charity.