Over the years, I’ve seen many ideas and movements rise in the financial and spiritual world. One that continues to resurface is the idea of “wealth attraction”—often packaged in prosperity gospel messages or law of attraction teachings. Let me be blunt: this is both foolish and unbiblical.

1. The Trap of Materialism

The Bible warns us repeatedly about the dangers of loving money. Jesus said it clearly: “You cannot serve both God and money” (Matthew 6:24). The more we chase wealth for wealth’s sake, the more we fall into greed, idolatry, and self-centeredness. Paul reminded Timothy that “the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils” (1 Timothy 6:10). Wealth pursued apart from God easily becomes a master that enslaves rather than a tool that blesses.

2. Contrary to Biblical Living

Wealth attraction teaches that you can “manifest” riches if you think positively enough, or worse—if you give with the expectation of receiving more in return. But biblical living is marked by contentment, humility, and trust in God’s provision. Paul, who knew both plenty and hunger, declared: “I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content” (Philippians 4:11–13). Our true treasure is not here on earth, but stored in heaven (Matthew 6:19–21).

3. Ignoring God’s Sovereignty

The very heart of wealth attraction is the idea that we control outcomes through our own energy or belief. But Scripture says otherwise: “You do not know what tomorrow will bring… Instead you ought to say, ‘If the Lord wills, we will live and do this or that’” (James 4:13–16). God is sovereign over wealth, timing, and provision. To think we can manipulate Him with formulas or mental tricks is arrogance, not faith.

4. Twisting Scripture

Some proponents even misuse verses like “Ask, and it will be given to you” (Matthew 7:7) or “Give, and it will be given to you” (Luke 6:38) as blank checks for financial blessing. But when read in context, these passages speak about God’s generosity, spiritual growth, and the heart of giving—not a divine ATM for our desires.

At the end of the day, wealth is not evil in itself—but our posture toward it matters. The Bible tells us that it is the Lord who gives us the ability to produce wealth (Deuteronomy 8:18). That wealth is never for our own glory but for His purposes.

So let’s be reminded: wealth is a tool, not a god. It is meant to serve God and bless others, not to fuel our greed. Chasing wealth attraction is chasing the wind.

True prosperity is found in living for Christ and stewarding whatever He entrusts to us with faithfulness.