Kootenai Church Sunday School: Proof of Work - A Biblical Survey of Money

Simon Pranaitis explores how believers demonstrate a transformed money ethic through four essential practices. First, Christians live hospitably to strangers, opening homes and resources for gospel work as commanded in Romans 12. Additionally, believers contribute cheerfully to those in need outside their local body, following the example of the Macedonian churches who gave joyfully despite deep poverty. Furthermore, the transformed money ethic includes esteeming church leadership highly through generous financial support, recognizing their diligent labor as worthy of double honor. Finally, believers receive the privilege of supporting church planters and missionaries faithfully, enabling full-time gospel ministry. This transformed money ethic flows from hearts changed by the gospel, demonstrating God's generous love through practical stewardship. When believers embrace these principles, they work diligently, save wisely, and give generously, reflecting Christ's sacrificial example, who became poor so that others might become rich.

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Simon Pranaitis
Simon, a Colorado native with degrees in physics, mathematics, and bioscience, has served in various church ministries across the U.S. Now residing in Idaho with his wife Jessica and their five children, he's an active member of Kootenai Church. Simon works remotely for a Bitcoin financial services company while pursuing his interests in gardening, piano, theology, and Bitcoin.

What is Kootenai Church Sunday School: Proof of Work - A Biblical Survey of Money?

Money is a powerful influence in our lives, but as Christians, we must view it through the lens of God’s Word. The Bible offers timeless wisdom on money’s nature, purpose, and role in a believer’s life. Is money good, evil, or neutral? How should Christians earn, spend, and give? In this 12-lesson series, Proof of Work: A Biblical Survey of Money, we will explore Biblical truths to build a Christian worldview on money.

Starting with key Scriptures, we’ll address misconceptions and examine topics like stewardship, generosity, and the ethics of wealth. Designed for believers seeking to honor God with their finances, this series equips you to navigate money with wisdom and faith, aligning your resources with God’s kingdom purposes.