Have you got two tickets to paradise?
Today's Scripture:
Those who love money will never have enough. How absurd to think that wealth brings true happiness! The more you have, the more people come to help you spend it. So what is the advantage of wealth- except perhaps to watch it run through your fingers!
Ecclesiastes 5: 10-11
The book of Ecclesiastes includes one of the most important financial truths you'll ever hear. If you love money and the things it can buy, better budgeting, a higher-paying job, or even a winning lottery ticket can't make you happy or alleviate your financial worries. The only deciding factor that you can really depend on is to decide to pursue a fresh, new focus.
Love focuses on what it desires. When you desire God, you spend your time and energy getting to know him better and doing what please him. When you desire money, you spend your time and energy fueling and atmosphere of greed, instead of nurturing a sense of contentment. A deep desire for wealth can tempt you to do things you normally wouldn't consider, like cheating, lying, or stealing. You don't need to do anything illegal to fall for temptations like these. All it takes is holding on to the riches God has given you with a tight grip instead of opening your arms, and hoarding your blessings instead of sharing them.
The book of Ecclesiastes is all about how meaningless life is apart from God. Pursuing riches more vigorously than a relationship with your God.
Pursuing riches more vigorously than a relationship with your God will lead you to only one place - an impoverished life. (Even if your bank account seems to say otherwise!)
Instead of focusing on money, focus on God, the source of wealth. Thank him for how he has blessed you, and share what he has so generously given. You will find yourself rich in joy and contentment.
Selah people' and friends money promises more than it can ever deliver. God will never do that to you. The treasures he promises his children are both certain and eternal. Join me and the rest of your Selah family in putting our hope in the One who will not depreciate or let you down.
"Peace be your guide as we grow in Christ and invest in our future...long term."
Your pastor,
Rev Patrick Muston (PreacherPatrick)
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