Matthew on Money

"Matthew on Money" by Rev. Lawrence Keister, D.D. is a theological book that closely studies the Gospel of Matthew to understand how it deals with money, generosity, and what wealth means spiritually. The book analyzes how the Gospel connects money questions to Jesus's moral lessons. Keister looks at stories such as the Wise Men giving gifts to Jesus, comparing their true giving to the temptations set by someone less pure. The book underlines why we do what we do with money matters. It suggests that really following God is more important than loving stuff. Keister also points out that wealth can make spiritual life hard. It also shows that people should put their trust in God over material possessions. By carefully taking a look at what the scriptures say, Keister hopes to change how readers think about money from a shallow view to one based on religion and spirituality.