I Love My Church: Where Your Treasure Is, There Your Heart Will Be

As part of our I Love My Church series, Saff brought a challenging and grace-filled message that touched one of the most sensitive but important areas of discipleship: money, possessions, and the posture of our hearts.

The Bible speaks about money more than prayer and faith combined — not because money is evil, but because it has a powerful ability to shape what we love and trust.

1. Money Is a Heart Issue Before It’s a Financial One

Jesus taught that “where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Matthew 6). Saff reminded us that money isn’t neutral — it reveals what we prioritise, what we fear, and what we trust.

It’s not about whether we have little or much. It’s about what has our affection.

Possessions can quietly replace dependence on God, shifting our focus from eternal things to temporary ones.

2. You Cannot Serve Two Masters

Jesus’ words are direct: “You cannot serve both God and money.” Saff explained that Scripture names money specifically because of how easily it competes for lordship in our lives.

This isn’t a call to live without possessions — it’s a call to live undivided. When money becomes our security, identity, or source of joy, it slowly pulls us away from wholehearted trust in God.

3. Generosity Is an Act of Worship and Trust

Throughout Scripture, giving is never presented as pressure or manipulation — it’s an act of worship. Saff showed how generosity softens our hearts, reorders our priorities, and reminds us that God is our provider.

Giving in secret, helping the needy, and living generously reflect a heart anchored in heaven rather than applause or earthly reward.

4. Tithing Is About Trust, Not Control

Tithing, Saff explained, is not about obligation but discipleship. It’s a tangible way of saying, “God, I trust You with everything.” 

God doesn’t need our money — but He uses generosity to shape our obedience. When we put God first with our finances, we invite Him into every part of our lives, not just the comfortable ones.

A Final Reflection

Money is a temperature check of the heart.

It reveals what we lean on when life feels uncertain.

As a church, we choose to seek first God’s kingdom — trusting that when our hearts are aligned with Him, everything else finds its right place.

That’s why we can say, with honesty and joy: I love my church.