Is materialism transitory and elusive?
It matters: We could translate this verse: “We brought nothing into this world because we can carry nothing out” (Job …
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Are we deceiving ourselves about materialism and money?
Jesus tells us we “cannot serve both God and money.” (Luke 16:13). Jesus is clear. Jesus is serious about this. …
“How you turned to God from idols to serve the living and true God and to wait for his Son from heaven.” ~Apostle Paul
We live in world of covetousness and idolatry. Money, self-indulgence, hedonism, materialism, agnosticism and atheism reign. I am regularly asked …
“Make sure that your character is free from the love of money, being content with what you have.” ~Author of Hebrews
We live in a extremely materialist culture. Money has become an idol and much is measured by how much of …
“Hard times will come in the last days. For people will be lovers of self, lovers of money, boastful, … lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, holding to the form of godliness but denying its power. Avoid these people.” ~Apostle Paul
I have to be careful. Materialistic seduction can happen. I live in America and that is clear. If materialism was …
“Little children, guard yourselves from idols.” ~Apostle John
Here is the wise warning from the Apostle John. I must pay attention. God doesn’t tolerate worship of anything but …
Why is materialism so prevalent in our culture?
I have to be careful. Materialistic seduction can happen. I live in America and that is clear. If materialism was …
“A sterling reputation is better than striking it rich; a gracious spirit is better than money in the bank.” ~King Solomon
Jesus warns us constantly and consistently about the dangers not focusing on God and focusing on wealth. It is a …
Materialism — Will possessions and riches make it difficult to enter God’s country?
I have to be careful. Materialistic seduction can happen. I live in America and that is clear. If materialism was …
“Whoever has the world’s goods, and sees his brother in need and closes his heart against him, how does the love of God abide in him?” ~Apostle John
Jesus tells me I “cannot serve both God and money.” (Luke 16:13) I must seek to be content with what …
Materialism — Material Goods can Turn the Heart Away From God
Material goods can turn my heart away from God. The pursuit of possessions and wealth and a preoccupation with physical things …
“Take care! Protect yourself against the least bit of greed. Life is not defined by what you have, even when you have a lot.” ~Jesus
Greed is very insidious. It creeps into my life and I don’t recognize it at all some days. I have …
“Communism doesn’t work because people like to own stuff.” ~Frank Zappa
There is one thing about capitalism. It works. There is a lot about materialism that is problematic. That doesn’t mean, …
