The Increase of God in Our Finances - Psalm 128:1-2 - Pastor Dan Roth

Main message: God intends to bless and provide for those who fear Him and use their resources for kingdom purposes; instead of worrying about material needs, believers are called to seek God's kingdom first, be generous, and store up eternal treasures.

Key points:

• Psalm 128 teaches that the fear of the Lord and walking in His ways brings blessing; eating the fruit of your labor brings happiness and wellbeing.
• Financial struggles persist because of hard times, lack of biblical teaching on money, selfishness, and bad (social-media) theology.
• Jesus' teaching in Luke 12:22–34: don't worry about food or clothing; consider the ravens and lilies — God knows your needs.
• Priority: seek the kingdom first and God will add what you need; be "rich toward God" by selling/giving alms and investing in eternal treasures.
• Use wealth for kingdom purposes (help the church, the least, missionaries, practical acts of service) rather than hoarding for temporary security.
• The sermon closed with an appeal to respond — surrender, repent, or rededicate one’s life and stewardship to God.

Scriptures mentioned: Psalm 128, Luke 12:22–34