Kingdom Economy

On a very basic level, our economy functions on consumer confidence. If people feel good or optimistic about the economy they tend to increase their spending. When there is pessimism or fear of the financial outlook, people consume less. In our current "economic crisis" this simple principle creates a perpetuating cycle of recession. We hear about the crash of the housing market, banks filing for bankruptcy, and higher unemployment rates and begin to lose faith in the economy. We spend less and curb our investments. Businesses then make less money, stocks fall, and our financial fears are intensified.

A sign of the times but not the Kingdom

There is a better way to operate than allowing external circumstances dictate our actions. When our confidence or faith is based on worldly conditions, it is prone to waver. But if our trust is in God, then our behavior should remain constant. Tithing, offering, giving, sharing, sowing/investing are things we are called to do regularly because the economy of the Kingdom is always prosperous. If you are interested in learning more, organizations such as Kingdom Economy, Generous Giving, Good$ense, and Crown Financial seek to equip people to live under God's economy. May we be proactive in our stewardship rather than reactive to the gloomy news of the financial crisis. Faithfulness and generosity move the heart of God!

"I am God—yes, I Am. I haven't changed. Bring your full tithe to the Temple treasury so there will be ample provisions in my Temple. Test me in this and see if I don't open up heaven itself to you and pour out blessings beyond your wildest dreams. For my part, I will defend you against marauders, protect your wheat fields and vegetable gardens against plunderers." The Message of God-of-the-Angel-Armies. "You'll be voted 'Happiest Nation.' You'll experience what it's like to be a country of grace." God-of-the-Angel-Armies says so." Malachi 3:6, 10-12 (The Message)