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Jesus drove out the money changers and sellers, saying they had made God’s house “a den of robbers.”

“You cannot serve God and money.” Matthew 6:24 Meaning money can become a rival master.

“The love of money is a root of all kinds of evil.” 1 Timothy 6:10 Often misquoted as “money is evil.” It says the love of money is the danger.

Warnings against religious leaders exploiting people: Jesus criticises leaders who “devour widows’ houses” while appearing holy. Mark 12:38-40

Giving is supposed to be sincere, not performative or forced: “God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:7