The spirit of mammon: Is selfish Causes us to feel overwhelmed or intimidated by money, creating fear and anxiety The Word of God says: Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. (2 Cor 9:7) Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. (Phil 4:6) The spirit of mammon’s biggest deception is the promise to give what only God can give: n Identity n Security n Significance Money cannot buy these blessings from God. n Peace n Joy n Love 2 1 | u n m a s k i n g m a m m o n Unmasking_Mammon_book_4.5.indd 21 2018-07-11 7:41 AM