“The rich man also died and was buried. In hell and in torment, he looked up.” ~Jesus
Do the rich automatically go to hell when they die? What about the story of Jesus about the rich man …
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Can achievements give us false security?
I have to be careful to not fall into the trap that anything I have is the result of something …
“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 …
“But woe to you who are rich, for you are receiving your comfort in full.” ~Jesus
Then Jesus looked up at his disciples and said: “Happy are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom …
“Prefer my life-disciplines over chasing after money, and God-knowledge over a lucrative career.” ~King Solomon
Prefer my life-disciplines over chasing after money, and God-knowledge over a lucrative career. For Wisdom is better than all the …
"Tell those rich in this world’s wealth to quit being so full of themselves and so obsessed with money." ~~Apostle Paul
I want to go after God. He is the rich one, not me. He can pile it on. Jesus, the …
Contemplation on a prayer: A Poem
Should I pray for an easier life OR to continue becoming a stronger man? I will pray for power equal …
“Those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a trap and into many foolish and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction.” ~Apostle Paul
There is a striving for “things” that is not natural in God’s world. Being content is a huge thing. It …
“Instruct those who are rich in this present world not to fix their hope on the uncertainty of riches, but on God.” ~Apostle Paul
I need to go after God. I want to be rich in helping others. I want to be extravagantly generous, …
“They think religion is a way to make a fast buck.” ~Apostle Paul
Worth watching this short video. Religion is not a way to make a fast buck. How much is enough? Bread …
“Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth.” ~Apostle Paul
This seems pretty timely. The economy goes up and down. That creates a lot of uncertainty. A lot of us trust …
“The wealth of the rich is their bastion; the poverty of the indigent is their ruin.” ~~King Solomon
We know how destructive poverty is. We also know about the value of money. Jesus challenges us to be wealthy …
The Digital Ministry: The Connected Disciple wants to give it all
Over the years, many churches have developed a model to explain disciple giving, the tithe. Others have used a donor …
“Rich as he was, Jesus gave it all away for us.” ~~Apostle Paul
As the Son of God, Jesus the Messiah had all the riches of our Father. Yet He chose to give …
Panic is greed’s cousin. Will we be content with godliness?
Panic over money is greed’s cousin. Am I content with what I have? Do I have enough to eat and …
