HOW TO RELEASE CONTROL AND SURRENDER TO GOD
by J.J.R. WHEELER
Are you worshiping the provision instead of the Provider? This book is a deeply personal and practical journey to uncover one of the most dangerous and overlooked forms of idolatry in modern life—financial worship.
Are you worshiping the provision instead of the Provider?
In The Worship of Money, J. J. R. Wheeler takes you on a deeply personal and practical journey to uncover one of the most dangerous and overlooked forms of idolatry in modern life—financial worship. With the heart of a pastor, the insight of a financial coach, and the transparency of a fellow traveler, Wheeler reveals how money can subtly take the place of God in our hearts, our schedules, and our decisions.
Drawing from Scripture, real-life client stories, and his own testimony—including a battle with cancer and seasons of financial highs and lows—Wheeler tackles the hard questions:
What are you truly sacrificing for?
Do your bank statements tell a story of faith or fear?
How can you tell if you trust money more than God?
Through relatable stories, biblical principles, and practical steps, you’ll learn how to:
Break free from the cycle of financial idolatry.
Embrace stewardship instead of ownership.
Cultivate true wealth rooted in contentment, not accumulation.
Use spiritual disciplines like fasting to align your heart with God’s will.
Whether you’re in debt, financially comfortable, or somewhere in between, this book will challenge you to surrender your finances to the One who owns it all. The Worship of Money is not just about managing money—it’s about transforming your heart.
Freedom from financial bondage starts with worshiping the Giver, not the gift.
J.J.R. Wheeler helps Christians break free from money worship and rediscover true wealth in Christ.
J.J.R. Wheeler is a coach, and financial professional who has dedicated his life to helping others discover the freedom found in worshiping the Provider instead of the provision. With a background in financial services, entrepreneurship, and marketplace ministry, J.J.R. brings a unique perspective that blends practical money management with deep biblical truth. Raised in Texas, J.J.R.’s early life was marked by hardship, fatherlessness, and a constant drive to “make it” in the world’s eyes. That drive propelled him into the financial industry, where he achieved success, recognition, and the external markers of prosperity—only to discover that even success can become an idol when pursued apart from God. Along the way, he experienced profound personal trials, including a life-altering battle with cancer. These seasons of struggle reshaped his outlook, teaching him that wealth has less to do with numbers in a bank account and more to do with contentment, gratitude, and surrender to Christ. As a coach, J.J.R. has worked with countless families, young professionals, and business owners—guiding them through both spiritual and financial breakthroughs. His teaching is marked by honesty, transparency, and a bold call to action. He is not afraid to confront the lies people believe about money and success, but always does so with compassion, pointing them back to Scripture and the hope of the gospel. Through his work, he has become known for his ability to connect the dots between faith and finance, showing how the way we handle money reveals what we truly worship. His coaching practice, Simplify Wealth Partners, exists to help people steward their resources wisely while keeping Christ at the center. Beyond his professional life, J.J.R. is a devoted husband and family man who treasures time with his wife and loved ones in the Dallas–Fort Worth area. Whether writing, speaking, coaching, or rolling on the mats in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, his mission is consistent: to shine as a lighthouse pointing people back to the One who gives life, hope, and true wealth. The Worship of Money is not just another book on finance—it is J.J.R.’s life message. Born out of his personal struggles, client experiences, and hard-earned lessons of faith, this work is a call to Christians everywhere to stop bowing at the altar of mammon and to return to worshiping God with every aspect of their lives—including their money.