True Value
2 Kings 11-12; 2 Chronicles 24; 1 Timothy 6
“…who have been robbed of the truth and who think that godliness is a means to financial gain. But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it…People who want to get rich fall into temptation and a trap and into many foolish and harmful desires that plunge men into ruin and destruction.”
1 Timothy 6:5-7, 9
Why would anyone think that godliness is a means to financial gain?
The influence of godliness can be used to either advance Christ’s kingdom, or to build our own kingdoms. The anointing of the Holy Spirit on our lives is not for sale! Peter rebuked Simon the sorcerer who wanted to buy the gifts of the Spirit because he realized the influence that the power of the Holy Spirit had in Peter’s and John’s ministry (Acts 8:18). Paul reminds us of eternity and why we won’t take any worldly wealth with us. He also reminds us of the value and freedom that inner contentment brings. Materialism drives this world; but, peace and contentment mark the followers of Jesus and his truth. Pursuing wealth is a temptation and a trap which followers of Jesus are called to avoid.
“Lord Jesus, you are my treasure and great reward, for your glory.”