What does Hebrews 13:5 mean?
“Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: “Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.””
Quick answer
Be content and free from the love of money, because God has promised, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.’
What it means
The cure for greed is not more money but contentment rooted in God’s presence. His promise outweighs any financial security.
Because God himself will never abandon us, we can hold possessions loosely and rest in his unfailing care.
Common questions
How does God’s presence cure greed?
When God himself is our security, we no longer need money to feel safe, freeing us to be content and generous.
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Original BibleDawn explanation · reviewed 2026-06. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.