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A Reflection for the Memorial of St. Leo the Great, Pope and Doctor of the Church, by Ryan Di Corpo

Numerous Scriptures drive home the point that lying is not good, nor is it godly. We know God never lies. Yet there are a few key examples in the Bible where lying — while not described as the right thing to do — produced a favorable outcome. ...

No, the Bible does not commend dishonesty nor endorse a bending of the rules to avoid taxes or for any other reason. Let’s take a look at what the Bible does say about stewardship of our funds.

But my share of that $35 was quite possibly the best investment I have ever made. It was a powerful, tangible lesson on the power of a small act of love-driven generosity to unlock the hardest of hearts.

Wealth is a blessing from God. But like any of his gifts, it becomes a curse for us if we set our hearts on it instead of him.

Wealth is a blessing from God. But like any of his gifts, it becomes a curse for us if we set our hearts on it instead of him.

Ramsey emphasizes justice at the expense of kindness and righteousness.

Ramsey emphasizes justice at the expense of kindness and righteousness.