Definition and Context:
Financial reward refers to the monetary or material gain received as compensation for work, services, or investment. In the biblical context, financial reward is often discussed in relation to labor, stewardship, generosity, and the moral implications of wealth.

Biblical Principles:

1. Diligence and Labor:
The Bible emphasizes the value of hard work and diligence as a means to earn financial reward. Proverbs 10:4 states, "Idle hands make one poor, but diligent hands bring wealth." This verse highlights the principle that industriousness leads to prosperity, while laziness results in poverty.

2. Stewardship:
Believers are called to be good stewards of the resources God has entrusted to them. The Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14-30) illustrates the importance of using one's financial resources wisely and responsibly. The servants who invested their talents were rewarded, while the one who buried his talent faced rebuke.

3. Generosity and Giving:
Financial reward is not solely for personal gain but also for blessing others. Proverbs 11:25 teaches, "A generous soul will prosper, and he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed." This principle underscores the reciprocal nature of generosity, where giving leads to receiving.

4. Contentment and Trust in God:
The Bible warns against the love of money and the pursuit of wealth as an end in itself. 1 Timothy 6:10 cautions, "For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil." Believers are encouraged to find contentment in God's provision and to trust Him for their needs, as seen in Philippians 4:19 : "And my God will supply all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus."

5. Eternal Perspective:
While financial reward is a part of earthly life, the Bible encourages an eternal perspective on wealth. Matthew 6:19-21 advises, "Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven... For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." This passage reminds believers to prioritize spiritual wealth over material gain.

Examples in Scripture:

· Abraham:
Abraham was blessed with great wealth, which he used to support his family and others. His financial reward was a result of his faithfulness and obedience to God (Genesis 13:2).

· Solomon:
King Solomon was granted immense wealth and wisdom by God. His financial reward was a direct result of his request for wisdom to govern God's people (1 Kings 3:10-13).

· Job:
Job experienced both loss and restoration of wealth. His account illustrates that financial reward can be both a test and a blessing, and that faithfulness to God is paramount (Job 42:10-12).

Warnings and Cautions:

· Greed and Dishonesty:
The Bible warns against acquiring wealth through dishonest means. Proverbs 13:11 states, "Dishonest wealth will dwindle, but what is earned through hard work will be multiplied."

· Pride and Self-Sufficiency:
Wealth can lead to pride and a false sense of security. Deuteronomy 8:17-18 warns, "You may say in your heart, 'The power and strength of my hands have made this wealth for me.' But remember that it is the LORD your God who gives you the power to gain wealth."

Conclusion:
Financial reward, when viewed through a biblical lens, is a tool for fulfilling God's purposes, supporting one's family, and blessing others. It requires a balance of diligence, stewardship, generosity, and an eternal perspective, always acknowledging God as the ultimate source of all provision.Malachi 3:10
Bring you all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in my house, and prove me now herewith, said the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.
Topicalbible.org

Revelation 3:17
Because you say, I am rich, and increased with goods, and have need of nothing; and know not that you are wretched, and miserable, and poor, and blind, and naked:
Topicalbible.org

1 Timothy 6:10
For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.
Topicalbible.org

When a Man Sows, He Expects to Reap.
... My brother, do you think that God is going to reward honor, integrity, high-mindedness ...
They knew that their financial interests would be safe in his custody. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/moody/sowing and reaping/chapter iii when a man.htm

A Corps Commander
... next she examined the cashbooks in order to find out her financial responsibilities. ...
who find their own uniforms and receive neither fee nor reward for their ...
/.../carpenter/the angel adjutant of twice born men/v a corps commander.htm

The Historical Situation
... held in his hands the judicial as well as the military and financial administration. ...
of merit which should stand to his credit and secure his reward when God ...
/.../rhees/the life of jesus of nazareth/i the historical situation.htm

Visits Midway. Attends the Missouri State Convention. Reflections. ...
... was sold to the present Guide Printing and Publishing Company, which relieved me
of financial embarrassments which ... May God reward them richly for their kindness ...
/.../chapter xvii visits midway attends.htm

C. The Third Period. Chs. 6:12 to 8:56
... is such humble trust that he still regards with favor and is certain to reward. ... in
the Gospels: How did Jesus and his followers secure financial support during ...
/.../erdman/the gospel of luke an exposition/c the third period chs.htm

The Children's Patrimony.
... it should be just enough to meet the social and financial exigencies of the ... This
would be distributing their property upon the principle of revenge or reward. ...
/.../philips/the christian home/chapter xxiv the childrens patrimony.htm

Gladden -- the Prince of Life
... Thus the burden of toil is increased and the reward of industry is lessened for
all ... give up a little of his life for the aggrandizement of our financial Titans ...
/.../kleiser/the worlds great sermons volume 8/gladden the prince of.htm

The Third Book
... for the sake of escaping eternal death certainly gains a great reward for his ... of
the Empire, the curia, had now, through the financial stringencies of the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/salvian/on the government of god/the third book.htm

Travelling in Palestine --Roads, Inns, Hospitality, Custom-House ...
... The Talmud itself counts hospitality among the things of which the reward is received ...
have been felt all the heavier on account of a great financial crisis in ...
/.../sketches of jewish social life/chapter 4 travelling in palestineroads.htm

Fifth Sunday after Epiphany
... in general seek their own bread, and receive ingratitude as their reward for the ...
With the revival of the Gospel the financial difficulty mentioned is recurring ...
/.../luther/epistle sermons vol ii/fifth sunday after epiphany.htm

I am a Christian in debt. What should I do? | GotQuestions.org

How should I decide how much to tithe? | GotQuestions.org

What does the Bible say about managing your finances? | GotQuestions.org

Financial: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com

Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus