Ecclesiastes 5:10 New International Version (NIV)
10 Whoever loves money never has enough;
whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income.
This too is meaningless.
whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income.
This too is meaningless.
We have examples of those who used their wealth wisely and
who generously blessed others and honored God in the process — e.g., Barnabas
in Acts 4, see also 2 Cor. 8-9 & 1 Tim. 6:17-18. But,
the New Testament repeatedly warns us about our desire for wealth.
Unrestrained, this desire can become our god and lead us to ruin (1 Tim. 6:9-10).
It can become full-fledged idolatry (Col. 3:5). Chasing after wealth is just
another vain attempt to make life meaningful. In the last two verses of
Ecclesiastes, the Wise Man reveals where true meaning is found and explains
what Paul means when he says, "Godliness with contentment is great
wealth." (1 Tim. 6:6).
Thought for today:
Where do I store my treasures?
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