1 Timothy 6:17-21
17 As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy. 18 They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, 19 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.
20 O Timothy, guard the deposit entrusted to you. Avoid the irreverent babble and contradictions of what is falsely called “knowledge,” 21 for by professing it some have swerved from the faith.
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Paul doesn't attack the rich. What Paul does is challenge them to redefine what it means to be wealthy. In doing so, he lays down a challenge for each of us, no matter how much money we have--how will we define what wealth is in this country?
Mass media in this country is in love with the rich. For some reason, what they wear and what they do is deemed as important and worth following. What I'd love to see is the country redefine its priorities and recognize the wealth that Paul refers to here--wealth that is defined by good works.
Wouldn't it be great to see people recognized for the good works they have done for others, rather than publicizing self-important celebrities? Wouldn't it be great if we sought to imitate selfless folks, rather than those who just want notoriety? Wouldn't you love to see these individuals lifted up for kids to learn from?
May we strive for wealth in good works, and in so doing may we live ready to dwell in the halls of heaven.
Blessings
17 As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy. 18 They are to do good, to be rich in good works, to be generous and ready to share, 19 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.
20 O Timothy, guard the deposit entrusted to you. Avoid the irreverent babble and contradictions of what is falsely called “knowledge,” 21 for by professing it some have swerved from the faith.
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Paul doesn't attack the rich. What Paul does is challenge them to redefine what it means to be wealthy. In doing so, he lays down a challenge for each of us, no matter how much money we have--how will we define what wealth is in this country?
Mass media in this country is in love with the rich. For some reason, what they wear and what they do is deemed as important and worth following. What I'd love to see is the country redefine its priorities and recognize the wealth that Paul refers to here--wealth that is defined by good works.
Wouldn't it be great to see people recognized for the good works they have done for others, rather than publicizing self-important celebrities? Wouldn't it be great if we sought to imitate selfless folks, rather than those who just want notoriety? Wouldn't you love to see these individuals lifted up for kids to learn from?
May we strive for wealth in good works, and in so doing may we live ready to dwell in the halls of heaven.
Blessings