God’s Mandate for Wealth Creation: The Truth About Money and the Christian Entrepreneur
- Sherry Higdon
- Feb 26
- 5 min read
There is a dangerous lie circulating in many modern churches today, one that has kept too many believers bound in lack and struggling to make ends meet. It’s the belief that Jesus was poor and that being wealthy or even desiring financial success is somehow unholy. Some teach that to be poor is to be closer to God and that money is the root of all evil.
But that’s not what the Bible says. Nowhere in Scripture does God condemn wealth or business ownership. In fact, throughout the Bible, we see clear evidence that wealth is not only acceptable but that many of God’s greatest servants were entrepreneurs, landowners, and financially prosperous.
Let’s break down the truth—using Scripture—to expose this harmful teaching and show why God calls many of us to create wealth for His Kingdom.
Did Jesus Really Have No Money? Let’s Look at the Facts
One of the most misquoted Scriptures regarding Jesus and wealth is Matthew 8:20 where Jesus said:
“Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay His head.”
Some take this to mean that Jesus was homeless and broke. But that’s completely out of context.
Jesus Had a Home – In John 1:38-39, Jesus invited His disciples to “come and see” where He lived. If He was homeless, where would He have taken them?
Jesus Had a Treasurer – John 12:6 tells us that Judas was in charge of the money bag. Why would a poor, broke man need someone to manage His finances? The fact that Jesus and His disciples had a treasurer indicates they handled large amounts of money.
Jesus Was Wealthy as a Child – At His birth, the Wise Men brought Him gold, frankincense, and myrrh (Matthew 2:11). These weren’t small symbolic gifts; they were expensive, royal gifts that made Jesus and His family financially wealthy.
Jesus Wore Expensive Clothes – At the crucifixion, the Roman soldiers didn’t just discard His robe—they gambled for it (John 19:23-24). Why? Because it was valuable. It was a seamless robe, a sign of great craftsmanship, worn only by the wealthy.
The Bible Is Filled With Wealthy, Righteous People
If wealth was sinful, why did God bless so many of His people with abundance?
Abraham was extremely wealthy in livestock, silver, and gold (Genesis 13:2).
Isaac prospered so much that the Philistines envied him (Genesis 26:12-14).
Jacob increased greatly in wealth through his entrepreneurial work (Genesis 30:43).
Joseph was a financial steward, managing all of Egypt’s wealth (Genesis 41:39-41).
Job was one of the wealthiest men of his time and remained faithful to God (Job 1:3).
King David and Solomon were beyond wealthy, with Solomon being one of the richest men in history (1 Kings 10:23).
None of these men were condemned for their wealth—because wealth itself is not evil.
What About "Money is the Root of All Evil"?
One of the most misquoted verses in the Bible is 1 Timothy 6:10:
“For the love of money is the root of all evil.”
Notice that it does not say money is evil. It’s the love of money—the greed, the obsession, and the placing of money above God—that is dangerous.
If you turn into the 'Housewives of Beverly Hills' once you have money, then you are the definition of 'the love of money is the root of all evil.' But if your heart is to first secure your family, make sure they are WELL cared for, provide them with a home, resources, and security, and then also support the work of the Kingdom, then you are not a 'Housewife of any town.'
God is not against you having money. He is against money having you.
Entrepreneurship Is a Biblical Calling
Many people are called to build businesses, generate wealth, and provide for others. The Bible is full of entrepreneurs and business-minded individuals:
The Proverbs 31 woman was a real estate investor, a merchant, and a businesswoman (Proverbs 31:16, 18, 24).
Lydia in the New Testament was a wealthy businesswoman who sold purple cloth (Acts 16:14).
Paul was a tentmaker who worked while preaching the Gospel (Acts 18:3).
Jesus Himself worked in carpentry, which was a trade-based business (Mark 6:3).
If business was sinful, why would Jesus, Paul, and so many others be involved in it?
The truth is, God calls many believers to create wealth through business—not just for personal gain, but to advance His Kingdom.
Wealth With a Kingdom Purpose
The real reason God gives us the power to create wealth is explained in Deuteronomy 8:18:
“But remember the LORD your God, for it is He who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms His covenant, which He swore to your ancestors, as it is today.”
Wealth is a tool, not a sin.
Money in the hands of a righteous person can:
✔ Build ministries
✔ Feed the hungry
✔ Clothe the poor
✔ Fund missions
✔ Create opportunities for others
When wealth is used for God’s purposes, it becomes a powerful force for good.\
The Bible Says a “Good” Man Leaves an Inheritance
One of the most ignored truths in Scripture is found in Proverbs 13:22:
“A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children, but the wealth of the sinner is stored up for the righteous.”
This verse is often twisted to mean only a spiritual inheritance but look at the second part of the verse. It clearly refers to wealth—financial abundance—being passed from the wicked to the righteous.
So let’s ask the hard question:
If a good man leaves an inheritance, but you die broke, were you really a “good” man by this definition?
That’s something to think about.
God doesn’t just want you to ‘just’ survive. He wants you to build, prosper, and leave something behind for future generations.
This is a Biblical mandate.
Are You Called to Create Wealth?
If you feel called to create wealth, build a business, and impact lives—you are not alone.
The modern church may try to make you feel guilty for desiring financial success, but the truth is, God places those desires in His people so they can be a blessing to others.
If you’ve struggled with believing you are called to business and wealth creation, let me be the one to tell you:
Yes, you are called.
And you don’t have to walk this journey alone.
That’s why I created this blog—so you would have a place to be encouraged, supported, and reminded that you are not crazy for believing in a bigger vision for your life.
If this message resonates with you, I’d love for you to subscribe to my channel, follow this blog, and connect with me.
You have a purpose, and it’s time to step into it with boldness.
You were never meant to struggle in lack. You were called to create purpose-driven prosperity. Until next time... Stay Strong & Warrior On!
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