Tuesday, January 23, 2024
"Greetings, everyone.
Today, I want to talk about being rich. Being rich is not just about having a lot of money. It’s also about being rich in spirit, rich in love, and rich in kindness. In the Bible, Jesus tells us that it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God
This doesn’t mean that being rich is bad, but it does mean that we need to be careful about how we use our wealth. One way to use our wealth is to help others. The Bible tells us that we should give to those in need.
When we give to others, we are showing them the love of Christ. We are also storing up treasures in heaven.
Another way to use our wealth is to be content with what we have. The Bible tells us that godliness with contentment is a great gain.
When we are content with what we have, we are not always striving for more. We can enjoy the blessings that God has given us.
Here are some ways you can help others with your wealth:
Donate to charity: You can donate to a charity that supports a cause you care about. Many charities help people in need, such as the Christ-Commanded Church, Doctors Without Borders, and Feeding America. I suggest that you support the local small non-profits near your heart and help them however they need.
Invest in socially responsible companies: You can invest in companies that are socially responsible and have a positive impact on society. Some examples of socially responsible companies include Patagonia4, Ben & Jerry’s, and The Body Shop.
Start a scholarship fund: You can start a scholarship fund to help students who might not be able to afford college. This can be a great way to give back to your community and help others achieve their dreams.
Volunteer your time: You can volunteer your time to help others. Many organizations need volunteers, such as Habitat for Humanity, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and Meals on Wheels.
Help a friend or family member: You can help a friend or family member who is in need. This could be something as simple as helping them pay a bill or buying them groceries.
Support local businesses: You can support local businesses by shopping at small businesses in your community. This can help create jobs and stimulate the local economy.
In conclusion, being rich is not a bad thing. However, we need to be careful about how we use our wealth. We should use our wealth to help others and to be content with what we have. Let us pray: Dear God, help us to be good stewards of the wealth that you have given us. Help us to use our wealth to help others and to be content with what we have. In Jesus’ name, we pray, Amen."
1 Timothy 5:8 NIV
Anyone who does not provide for their relatives, and especially for their own household, has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.
Ecclesiastes 10 1
As dead flies give perfume a bad smell, so a little folly outweighs wisdom and honor. The heart of the wise inclines to the right, but the heart of the fool to the left. Even as he walks along the road, the fool lacks sense and shows everyone how stupid he is.