Money, Possessions, and Eternity

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Summary: The Truth comes Out
Review: From page one to the very last page, Randy Alcorn is in tune with what God's Word has to say about how we handle money and possessions vs the way God wants us to handle money and possessions. It is a very direct and to the point volume of truths straight from God's Word. You won't put this down without an itch to pick it up and finish it.

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Summary: Common Sense Scriptural View of Temporal Drivers
Review: I am submitting this book for addition to The Baker Family Foundation family wealth position statement to guide future generations on material decision making directed to honor God for both family comsumption and Foundation use. Long sought for text for one believing to be God driven to accumulate wealth. Not for the temporally poor nor ungodly rich. A breathtaking relief of common sense from comprehensive scripture texts and commentary about money, possessions & eternity.

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Summary: Thorough & Challenging
Review: I have found this book to be the most thorough examination of money and the Christian's attitude toward it so far. It is a great book and a must as an ongoing resource.

I did not, however, agree with everything Randy says. Everyone has a bias and Randy's own history as a church 'pastor' shows with his seeming assumption that the institutional model of church is the only valid one worth focussing on. I found his teaching on tithing in particular lacked the same Scriptural credibility to the rest of the book with some bold assumptions made.

He also lumps 'healing theology' in with hyper-prosperity teaching which I felt was unfair and generalised.

That aside, I still think Randy's book is potentially life-changing particularly to Western materialistic Christians and commend him on tackling a touchy subject!

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Summary: Everyone needs to read this book
Review: I loved this book and how it helped me understand the principles of stewardship. My wife loved the book also and feels that we should re-read portions of it every year. Great chapters on materialism, saving and giving. Bottom-line, this book has the potential to change your life both on earth and in heaven.

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Summary: A biblically sound, must read.
Review: If it burns, don't worry about it.

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Summary: true eye opener for God's instruction for handling money
Review: Randy Alcorn has done the best job of anyone in truly uncovering what the New Testament teaches about the place of money and possessions in the life of a Christian. He does a great job interpreting Jesus' many teachings on wealth and prosperity. The fallacy of the materialistic "God wants you rich" theology is made obvious. God gives wealth and wealth is good but it is not to be hoarded and stored up on this earth. It is to be shared with the poor, the needy, and the martyrs in Christ. Christians will be judged based on what they do with the wealth God gives them.

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Summary: Possibly the best-ever treatment of this subject!
Review: Randy Alcorn has written a masterpiece. I cannot say enough about how much this insightful book has influenced my understanding of how Christians ought to think about and handle their material resources. This book addresses so many Biblical principles with such clarity of thought and focus that it's difficult to pick out the best highlights. I began dog-earing pages for future reference (something I almost NEVER do), and I ended up turning down the corner of nearly every other page! Alcorn is as insightful as Burkett, as practical as Blue, and as clear as Hendricks or Swindoll. Since everyone will answer to God in eternity, I believe this book ought to be required reading for every Christian. Alcorn is especially adept at examining the concept of "materialism" -- exactly what it is and what it means. Without a doubt in my mind, the finest book ever on this much-neglected subject. In addition, Alcorn's book had a major influence on co-author Jim Burgess and me when we recently wrote "The Debt-Free Church" for Moody Press. Thanks, Randy, and I pray that "Money. Possessions, and Eternity" is soon back in print

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Summary: Absolutely a must read
Review: Simply the best book on the subject. Be ready for a good spiritual punch in the gut. I buy numerous copies of these and constantly give them away to those I am close to. Chock full of scripture and and wisdom. It's intention is not to instruct you on how to get out of debt or balance your check-book. Seek out Ron Blue or Larry Burkett's excellent resorces for this. Alcorn lays out a view of the eternal promises of God (specifically related to the subject matter), challenges us to believe them and dramatically alter the way most American Christians live our lives. If you want the "Cliff's notes" version pick up Alcorn's "The Treasure Principle." If you want to go deep work your way through this gem.

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Summary: Money, Possessions, and Eternity
Review: This is a most insightful reading and has brought me clarity on God's earthly and heavenly economy. It compels me to be accountable in areas of stewardship (time, talents and money) in this life as I more fully realize the impact this has on the next life.

I have one question: I wonder if this book is available in a synoptic version or even an audio cassette? I would like to be able to disperse this information widely in a format that is more accessible to people who, for various reasons, do not read books.

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Summary: Money, Possessions, and Eternity
Review: This is a most insightful reading and has brought me clarity on God's earthly and heavenly economy. It compels me to be accountable in areas of stewardship (time, talents and money) in this life as I more fully realize the impact this has on the next life.

I have one question: I wonder if this book is available in a synoptic version or even an audio cassette? I would like to be able to disperse this information widely in a format that is more accessible to people who, for various reasons, do not read books.