Bible verses for children
Money must not become the master.
Matthew 6:24
“No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or else he will be devoted to one and despise the other. You can’t serve both God and Mammon.
Matthew 6:24 · World English Bible Classic (WEB)
In simple words
What does this verse mean?
Mammon means wealth or possessions treated as a ruling power. Money can be useful, but it cannot be our highest loyalty alongside God. Our choices show which purpose leads.
Choose fairness over a chance to gain something by cheating.
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When might wanting more get in the way of doing right?
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Bible context & readings +
Jesus uses the picture of serving two masters in teaching about treasure and trust. The warning concerns divided allegiance, not claiming that earning, saving or responsibly managing money is automatically wrong.
Full readings at eBible.org · World English Bible Classic. Read with an adult.A simple prayer +
God, help us use possessions without being ruled by them. Amen.
A suggested prayer, written for this guide.