Money is emphasized in Scripture simply because our temptation to love it is inexplicably powerful.
Erwin W. LutzerIn salvation, God both declares us guilty and pays our debt. Only he can satisfy his own requirements. A savior less than God would be disqualified; God must do it himself.
Erwin W. LutzerThe activities we do for God are secondary. God is looking for people who long for communication with Him.
Erwin W. Lutzer