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~ “God’s wisdom is something mysterious that goes deep into the interior of his purposes.” ~Apostle Paul

Tag Archives: Wealth

Why does being materialistic not satisfy us?

February 4, 2023

Jesus is truly clear, and Jesus is profoundly serious. Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth …

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How does God choose leaders?

November 7, 2022

God shows us how to choose leaders. These are the best principles to apply in all cases, particularly political. Our …

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Is our treasure in heaven?

September 27, 2022

Jesus lays out the principles of the reign [Kingdom of God]. This excerpt is from what is known as the …

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Is wealth deceitful?

September 8, 2022

Why this is important: The worry of the world can completely drown out the word of my heavenly Father. Jesus speaks …

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“You cannot serve God and money.” ~Jesus

July 20, 2022

Who will I serve? It is a stunning question. Jesus now explains that behind the choice between two treasures (where I …

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“Whoever loves money never has money enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with his income” ~King Solomon

April 10, 2022

The main thing: We must be careful. Materialistic seduction can happen. We live in America and that is clear. If …

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Does Jesus know what we lack in our lives?

April 5, 2022

  And he said to him, “Teacher, all these I have kept from my youth.” 21 And Jesus, looking at him, …

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Does being a sloth make you poor?

November 23, 2021

There is nothing like diligently pursuing the work of the day at hand. It is, in fact, honorable to faithfully work. …

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“Be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, thus storing up treasure for themselves as a good foundation for the future, so that they may take hold of that which is truly life.” ~Apostle Paul

October 31, 2021

This seems pretty timely. The economy goes up and down. That creates a lot of uncertainty. A lot of us …

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Will we serve money and wealth?

October 13, 2021

Want to know what Jesus thinks? Here is Everything Jesus had to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the …

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Should you give to beggars?

September 30, 2021

Jesus is noticeably clear and straightforward about giving to the poor. I do not know why it stumps so many …

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What is the challenge of too much wealth?

September 29, 2021

Materialism is defined as “the preoccupation with material things rather than intellectual or spiritual things.” If a disciple of Jesus …

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Should the church help the poor?

September 10, 2021

Paul is planning a big trip. One obstacle, however, remains in the way of Paul’s trip to the western part …

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How should we give to the needy?

August 26, 2021

Thus, when you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and …

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All this time and money wasted — do we think it makes that much difference?

August 18, 2021

Jesus knows how to ask questions. He forces us to get clear. What is important? Perhaps the question is rhetorical …

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Is the wage of a good person an exuberant life?

August 10, 2021

God’s goal for us is that we be joyful and enthusiastic. When we are good and wise, we have a …

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What are we working for?

July 22, 2021

What am I working for? Jesus wants to know. Jesus has some commands for me on this. I must act …

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How powerful is the power of God?

July 5, 2021

  What Jesus said blew His disciples away. It was stunning. Am I hearing Jesus properly? Am I stunned? Am …

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Is materialism transitory and elusive?

May 24, 2021

It matters: We could translate this verse: “We brought nothing into this world because we can carry nothing out” (Job …

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Is it wrong to want material things? What does Jesus think?

May 15, 2021

  Material goods can turn our hearts away from God. The pursuit of possessions and wealth and a preoccupation with physical …

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Are we deceiving ourselves about materialism and money?

March 20, 2021

Jesus tells us we “cannot serve both God and money.” (Luke 16:13). Jesus is clear. Jesus is serious about this. …

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Was Jesus born into poverty?

January 9, 2021

Jesus is born. We all know the story. What may not be clear is that apparently Mary and Joseph couldn’t afford …

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What is our response to Jesus becoming poor for us?

January 3, 2021

What matters the most: As the Son of God, Jesus the Messiah had all the riches of our Father. Yet He …

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Everything Jesus had to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving

November 9, 2020

Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …

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What does God say about being homeless? What can we do?

September 17, 2020

The Bible acknowledges the fact of homelessness and instructs us to help those who are poor and needy, including those …

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Is panic over money greed’s cousin?

September 14, 2020

Panic over money is greed’s cousin. Am I content with what I have? Do I have enough to eat and …

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When life falls apart, will a thick bankroll be of any help?

August 9, 2020

I sometimes think that money will save me. If I get in a tight spot, I know I can whip …

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Is what “we have” in terms of riches of any value to God?

May 9, 2020

Panic over money is greed’s cousin. Am I content with what I have? Do I have enough to eat and …

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“Now all the believers were together and held all things in common.” ~Luke

April 22, 2020

Jesus wants me to focus on the country where Jesus is in charge. That is the Kingdom of God. The …

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“Do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, tolerance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness leads you toward repentance?” ~Apostle Paul

April 17, 2020

Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …

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“Make sure that your character is free from the love of money, being content with what you have.” ~Author of Hebrews

November 22, 2019

We live in a extremely materialist culture. Money has become an idol and much is measured by how much of …

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“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

November 12, 2019

I have to be careful. Materialistic seduction can happen. I live in America and that is clear. If materialism was …

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 “A woman of gentle grace gets respect, but men of rough violence grab for loot.” ~King Solomon

October 16, 2019

I am called to gentle and humble. Jesus is clear with me that I should meek. I should look to …

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“Your riches have rotted and your garments have become moth-eaten. Your gold and your silver have rusted; and their rust will be a witness against you and will consume your flesh like fire.” ~James

August 19, 2019

Wealth and money is very elusive. Eventually all that will matter is eternity with God. We all know we can’t …

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“Instruct those who are rich in this present world not to be conceited or to fix their hope on the uncertainty of riches, but on God.” ~Apostle Paul

July 31, 2019

I have to be careful to not fall into the trap that anything I have is the result of something …

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What does Jesus think about capitalism?

May 22, 2019

Jesus wants me to focus on the country where Jesus is in charge. That is the Kingdom of God. The …

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Is wealth and money security against God’s displeasure?

May 18, 2019

Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …

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“The worry of the world and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word.” ~Jesus

March 24, 2019

I have no need to worry about anything. This is tough for me some days. I am a worrier for …

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“The rich man also died and was buried. In hell and in torment, he looked up.” ~Jesus

March 12, 2019

Do the rich automatically go to hell when they die? What about the story of Jesus about the rich man …

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Is love of money covetousness and a source of evil?

February 18, 2019

We live in a extremely materialist culture. Money has become an idol and much is measured by how much of …

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“Instruct those who are rich in this present world not to be conceited or to fix their hope on the uncertainty of riches.” ~Apostle Paul

February 14, 2019

I must come to a basic understanding about wealth. Jesus is challenging me. So is the Apostle Paul. Riches are …

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Is materialism a form of idolatry?

January 14, 2019

  Here is the wise warning from the Apostle John. I must pay attention. God doesn’t tolerate worship of anything …

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“If there is a poor man with you, you shall not harden your heart. You shall freely open your hand to him, and shall generously lend him sufficient for his need in whatever he lacks.” ~God

January 11, 2019

God is clear about my obligations to the poor. This is a consistent theme under both the old and new …

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Why is money and wealth so easily lost?

December 22, 2018

Wealth and money is very elusive. Eventually all that will matter is eternity with God. We all know we can’t …

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Can achievements give us false security?

December 11, 2018

I have to be careful to not fall into the trap that anything I have is the result of something …

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“Whoever has two coats must share with anyone who has none; and whoever has food must do likewise.” ~John the Baptizer

November 21, 2018

Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …

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“Do you have any idea how difficult it is for the rich to enter God’s kingdom?” ~Jesus

November 7, 2018

Jesus, as always, asks a very penetrating question. The “rich young ruler” had just turned and left. He was very …

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“Go sell whatever you own and give it to the poor. All your wealth will then be heavenly wealth. And come follow me.” ~Jesus

October 29, 2018

  Jesus looks me hard in the eye. Jesus is clear. Jesus isn’t going to pull any punches with me. …

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“A sterling reputation is better than striking it rich; a gracious spirit is better than money in the bank.” ~King Solomon

October 17, 2018

Jesus warns us constantly and consistently about the dangers not focusing on God and focusing on wealth. It is a …

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“Lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal.” ~Jesus

September 12, 2018

What am I working for? Jesus wants to know. Jesus has some commands for me on this. I must act …

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Materialism — Will possessions and riches make it difficult to enter God’s country?

September 11, 2018

I have to be careful. Materialistic seduction can happen. I live in America and that is clear. If materialism was …

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Poverty — The treatment of the poor — Are they to be neglected?

August 25, 2018

In both the Old and New Testaments, we see God’s desire for His children to show compassion to the poor …

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“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

August 21, 2018

Jesus tells me I “cannot serve both God and money.” (Luke 16:13) I must seek to be content with what …

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Wealth — John the Baptist on Fruits Worthy of Repentance

July 29, 2018

This is pretty stunning. Of course, John the Baptist is a prophet and is determined to speak the truth of …

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“Then there’s only one thing left to do: Sell everything you own and give it away to the poor. You will have riches in heaven. Then come, follow me.” ~Jesus

July 9, 2018

Where is my treasure? What is important to me? Is Jesus my Master? Jesus told us to “store up for …

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Materialism — Material Goods can Turn the Heart Away From God

June 10, 2018

Material goods can turn my heart away from God. The pursuit of possessions and wealth and a preoccupation with physical things …

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Mary and Joseph, the Parents of Jesus — Too Poor for a Sheep

May 11, 2018

Jesus is born. We all know the story. Apparently Mary and Joseph couldn’t afford a sheep for the sacrifice. As …

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“No chance at all if you think you can pull it off by yourself. Every chance in the world if you let God do it.” ~Jesus

May 7, 2018

What Jesus said blew His disciples away. It was stunning. Am I hearing Jesus properly? Am I stunned? Am I …

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“You cannot serve God and wealth.” ~Jesus

April 20, 2018

The Jesus Manifest continues (Matthew 5-7). This is a critical teaching of Jesus. What should I think about money and …

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“Do not work for the food that perishes, but for the food that endures for eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you.” ~Jesus

April 14, 2018

The backdrop to this is the feeding of the five thousand. It is a truly stunning miracle. Jesus was moved …

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“Give to everyone who begs from you; and if anyone takes away your goods, do not ask for them again.” ~Jesus

April 13, 2018

Jesus is very clear and straightforward. I don’t know why it stumps so many “Christians”, the government and homeless nonprofits, …

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“I come by here to say that America, too, is going to hell, if we don’t use her wealth.” ~Martin Luther King Jr.

March 16, 2018

Jesus is clear that what we do for the poor we do for Him. He is equally clear that if …

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“What good would it do to get everything you want and lose you, the real you?” ~Jesus

March 5, 2018

Calling the crowd to join his disciples, he said, “Anyone who intends to come with me has to let me …

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Everything Jesus had to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving

March 4, 2018

Jesus had a lot to say about the homeless, wealth, prosperity, poverty, riches, the poor, the needy and giving. Here …

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“But woe to you who are rich, for you are receiving your comfort in full.” ~Jesus

February 27, 2018

Then Jesus looked up at his disciples and said: “Happy are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom …

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“Prefer my life-disciplines over chasing after money, and God-knowledge over a lucrative career.” ~King Solomon

February 13, 2018

Prefer my life-disciplines over chasing after money,     and God-knowledge over a lucrative career. For Wisdom is better than all the …

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“Do you have any idea how difficult it is for people who ‘have it all’ to enter God’s kingdom?” ~Jesus

October 10, 2017

We know the story of the rich man who came to Jesus. Eventually, as the story unfolded, Jesus challenged him …

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“Don’t wear yourself out trying to get rich; restrain yourself!” ~King Solomon

September 19, 2017

I have a goal. I have a plan. I have dreams. They involve money. What does wisdom say about that? …

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“I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you.” ~Apostle Paul

February 9, 2017

God is amazingly wealthy. Jesus has riches beyond what we can even imagine. The power to tap into His strength …

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"A thick bankroll is no help when life falls apart, but a principled life can stand up to the worst." ~~King Solomon

January 22, 2017

I sometimes think that money will save me. If I get in a tight spot, I know I can whip …

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“They think religion is a way to make a fast buck.” ~Apostle Paul

October 5, 2015

Worth watching this short video. Religion is not a way to make a fast buck. How much is enough? Bread …

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“God can pour on the blessings in astonishing ways so that you’re ready for anything and everything.” ~Apostle Paul

September 24, 2015

Why do we have money? Does God give us money to increase our standard of living? God gives us money …

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“I’ll transfer to my lips all the counsel that comes from your mouth” ~King David

August 24, 2015

God wants us to say it. Say it out loud. Say it to our self. Say it to others. God, …

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"Sloth makes you poor; diligence brings wealth." ~King Solomon

April 12, 2015

There is nothing like diligently pursuing the work of the day at hand. It is, in fact, honorable to faithfully work. …

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“Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth.” ~Apostle Paul

March 18, 2015

This seems pretty timely. The economy goes up and down. That creates a lot of uncertainty. A lot of us trust …

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“Givers for God disarm the power of money.” -R. Kent Hughes

January 25, 2015

God loves a cheerful giver. God’s goal for us is that we use the financial gifts Jesus has given us to …

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“The wealth of the rich is their bastion; the poverty of the indigent is their ruin.” ~~King Solomon

January 17, 2015

We know how destructive poverty is. We also know about the value of money. Jesus challenges us to be wealthy …

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Jesus sometimes calls on us to sell everything we own. What will my reaction be if He asks me to do that?

December 12, 2014

Jesus sometimes calls on us to sell everything we own. What will my reaction be if He asks me to do …

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