We all have desired to have more in life at some point in our life. In a lighthearted way, we all have been labeled as someone who is trying to “keep up with the Joneses.” When I hear this phrase, I always sit silently and smile. Anyone who knows us, knows we have never owned a house larger than 1400 square feet and we have never owned a new vehicle. “Keeping up” with us wouldn’t be much of a challenge. We are all blessed with choices when it comes to material items & money. Scripture reminds us to be cautious with our ambition & wealth.
What is the purpose of money?
Provide for our family I Timothy 5:8
Help the poor Ephesians 4:28
Spread/Teach Gospel Matthew 28:18-20
Equip Others To Teach Philippians 1:5-6
What is the Biblical understanding of money?
Love of money = evil/sin I Timothy 6:10
Lay up treasures in Heaven Matthew 6:19-21
We brought nothing with us I Timothy 6:7
God owns everything….
The earth is the Lord’s Psalms 24:1
We are stewards I Peter 4:10
Be a faithful steward I Corinthians 4:2
Our soul is our most valuable possession (Matt. 16:26) & death is certain (Heb. 9:27). What is your life’s ambition?
