Biblical Finance Class

Teacher

Butch Amyx Teacher

Lesson Summary

The class opened with prayer and a heartfelt concern for those in the congregation facing financial hardship. The teacher explained that materialism has been present since the church’s beginning, citing Micah 3:11, which condemns corrupt leaders who love money. He then reviewed New Testament qualifications for church leaders, referencing 1 Peter 5:2 and 1 Timothy 3:3, both of which warn against greed and a love of money. The example of Simon the sorcerer from Acts 8 showed how even newly‑converted believers can fall into the trap of thinking they can purchase spiritual power, as Peter rebuked him in verse 20. Shifting focus, the teacher explored Job’s story, beginning with Job 1:9 and the series of devastating losses recounted in Job 1:13‑22. He illustrated how Satan tries to undermine faith by attacking material possessions, yet Job’s response demonstrated a trust that transcends wealth. The class concluded by warning against the modern “prosperity gospel,” urging believers to keep God at the center, using money to fund good works rather than allowing it to drive their spirituality.

Key Scriptures