Calling his disciples to him, Jesus said, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others. They all gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty, put in everything—all she had to live on.” (Mark 12:43-44) It's interesting that Jesus taught more on money that he did on any other topic - including the combined topics of Heaven ... [Continue Reading]
Money Can’t Buy Me [God’s] Love (Zephaniah)
Neither their silver nor their gold will be able to save them on the day of the Lord’s wrath. (Zephaniah 1:18) Money is a dangerous possession as it gives a person the mirage that his or her life is together. If I have money, then that means I'm successful. If I have money, then I can go out and provide for my needs without relying on anyone else. If I have money, then ... [Continue Reading]
The Extravagant Life (1 Kings 7; 2 Chronicles 4)
It took Solomon thirteen years, however, to complete the construction of his palace. (1 Kings 7:1) Solomon built himself an extravagant home, and it begs the question: did he need to make it that big? Do we ever reach a level of satisfaction and say enough is enough? Couldn't the resources that God gave to Solomon have been used for other means? Was an enormous ... [Continue Reading]
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