Who wants to settle for fleeting treasures on earth... when God offers everlasting treasures in Heaven?It’s time to rethink our perspectives on money and possessions. In this thoroughly researched and extensively updated classic, Randy Alcorn shows us how to view them accurately—as God’s provision for our good, the good of others, and his glory. Alcorn presents a biblical and comprehensive view of money and possessions, including the following: Why is money so important to God? Is prosperity theology right or wrong? How can we be liberated from materialism? What should we do about debt? How much does God want us to give? How can we best help the poor and reach the lost? What about gambling? investing? insurance? saving? retirement? inheritance? How can we leave our children a true heritage? How can we use money in ways that God rewards? Insert disc 8 into your PC to access PDF study materials.
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"Acorn applies his eternal perspective to the subject of money and, in he process, brings great clarity to the multitude of passages that speak of reward and treasure in heaven. This book will challenge you to store up treasure in heaven in new ways. Highly recommended!"
— Butch (5 out of 5 stars)
" This book completely changed the way I look at money, career and life! Please read it!! "
— Maggie, 2/20/2014" I just cannot stand this redundancy developed over a simple but surely not idea. "
— Cheryl, 2/19/2014" I'm about 10 pages in and can tell this will be one of my top 10!! "
— Elenareads, 2/14/2014" Formative in how I view and think about money and possessions: stewardship -> worship "
— Judy, 2/13/2014" This was the book that led me to decide to take a job at a nonprofit organization when they asked if I'd be willing to leave my corporate career behind and be an employee rather than a volunteer. A great book altogether! "
— Ash, 2/9/2014" Probably the best book on money management grounded in biblical principles I've read. I highly recommend this book! "
— Luis, 2/4/2014" This book explains what money and wealth are for. I happen to agree with it whole-heartedly. It is very radical and against all human instinct and the modern paradigm. "
— Rhingst, 1/30/2014" 2nd time through this book and still gaining new perspectives! This is a great read! "
— Kendra, 1/28/2014" READ THIS BOOK. It drastically changing my outlook on how I spend my money and time, and where my priorities lie. "
— Katlyn, 1/20/2014" Well written. Provocative. "
— Paul, 1/20/2014" Whoa. This had a HUGE effect on my perspective. "
— Melissa, 1/19/2014" This book is straight to the point about teaching you how being in debt is not only stressful, it is also a sin. It tells about insurance, investments, retirement, and etc. It touches on gambling, credit cards, and much more. "
— Shelley23, 1/18/2014" Life changing book!!! Have loaned it to so many Christian friends and all have found it very powerful. Has very good group study materials "
— Karen, 1/12/2014" A very intense, long-winded, but Godly book about finances etc. Definitely gets you thinking! "
— Laura, 12/13/2013" very thorough, and reminds us that we are to give God all that we are, every area, no holding back "
— Jenny, 12/9/2013" Great ideas, but rather repetitive. I think each chapter could have been about 2/3 of the length and still gotten the point across adequately. "
— Liam, 12/8/2013" A different perspective. I feel convicted of materialism. There are a few ideas that seem a bit over the top. "
— Nicki, 11/26/2013" A long book that repeats itself in many places but it contains many good ideas. "
— Leah, 9/26/2013" This is a really helpful book. I would challenge you to read this book as soon as you can. Do it. "
— Nick, 4/6/2013" I personally really enjoyed this book. I'm not sure that it's for everybody. It reads somewhat like a textbook as opposed to a novel but I was interested in the material. "
— Johanna, 12/30/2012" The concept was good...I didn't like the author's approach, how redundant he was, and I felt that many times he took scripture out of context to support his position. "
— Sarah, 1/16/2012" The amount of wisdom contained on each page of this book is simply amazing. I had to read it slowly just to try and absorb it all. Excellent read. This book is rather long. If you want to read a condensed version, look at "The Treasure Principle" by the same author. "
— Brad, 12/28/2011" This is a terrific look at money, possessions, and eternity in light of Scripture. I'm rereading it (maybe this is the third time through?). "
— Betsy, 11/5/2011" Awesome in-depth review of the biblical view of money. Very intense, but very intriguing. "
— Wendy, 10/30/2011" Don't read this book unless you want it to change your perspective on everything. "
— Sandscate, 7/4/2011" This is the best book I have read on Biblical stewardship. I highly recommend it. "
— Keplerbell, 6/1/2011" Excellent book, I think it must be one of the best on this subject, faithful to scripture, practical and challenging. I almost can't stand Christian books anymore, but this one really resonated with me. I would like everyone to read this book! "
— John, 4/11/2011" In my opinion everyone who professes a relationship with Jesus MUST read this book. I do not say this lightly. It is a game changer! "
— Lisa, 3/5/2011" Great treatment of Biblical stewardship. Slightly more liberal theologically than Blomberg, but Alcorn puts forth strong arguments that advance his agenda. 400+ pages is a bit excessive - could be trimmed down to a solid 250. "
— Dean, 3/4/2011" Excellent book, I think it must be one of the best on this subject, faithful to scripture, practical and challenging. I almost can't stand Christian books anymore, but this one really resonated with me. I would like everyone to read this book! "
— John, 1/9/2011" 2nd time through this book and still gaining new perspectives! This is a great read! "
— Kendra, 8/18/2010" Don't read this book unless you want it to change your perspective on everything. "
— Sandscate, 5/26/2010" This book completely changed the way I look at money, career and life! Please read it!! "
— Maggie, 10/29/2009" If you want to get your butt kicked a little on these three subjects - Money, Possesions, and Eternity, then this is the book for you. Be prepared to keep yourself accountable to what you read and what you believe. "
— Samuel, 4/23/2009" The concept was good...I didn't like the author's approach, how redundant he was, and I felt that many times he took scripture out of context to support his position. "
— Sarah, 2/22/2009" I regard this as a book that follows Biblical statutes and challenges us all in how we live our lives. "
— Tal, 1/25/2009" This is a terrific look at money, possessions, and eternity in light of Scripture. I'm rereading it (maybe this is the third time through?). "
— Betsy, 1/22/2009" This book explains what money and wealth are for. I happen to agree with it whole-heartedly. It is very radical and against all human instinct and the modern paradigm. "
— Rhingst, 12/16/2008" I personally really enjoyed this book. I'm not sure that it's for everybody. It reads somewhat like a textbook as opposed to a novel but I was interested in the material. "
— Johanna, 10/11/2008" very thorough, and reminds us that we are to give God all that we are, every area, no holding back "
— Jenny, 9/18/2008" Whoa. This had a HUGE effect on my perspective. "
— Melissa, 8/25/2008Randy Alcorn is the founder and director of Eternal Perspective Ministries. He is the author of more than forty books, including Heaven, The Treasure Principle, and the 2002 Gold Medallion winner Safely Home. He and his wife live in Gresham, Oregon. They have two daughters, Angela and Karina, and several grandchildren.