Today’s Thought “Who Wants to be a Millionaire?” G. Ward

1 Timothy 6

¹⁷ Instruct those who are rich in this present world not to be conceited or to set their hope on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly supplies us with all things to enjoy.

 

These instructions are a great lesson for wealthy believers (who our Lord loves), not necessarily for those aspirational (i.e., chasing dollars at most any expense). They’re to first deny any form of arrogance, to not walk proudly, but humbly; particularly in view of an equal calling from the Lord, involving the rich and poor. Then, they’re reminded that things (particularly money) come and goes, so don’t become in-satiated with temporal possessions, soon to be outdone by faithfulness – now, to our Lord where substance (faith) carries any onto HIS bosom. Finally, the rich are compelled spiritually to see a need and meet it; which is better than silver or gold, involving true legacy building.

If your aspirations to become a millionaire, waits to acknowledge all aforementioned, get off the money train and find another depleted and sponsor their breakfast and you’ll soon witness spiritual prioritization that confirms Jesus’ words, “it’s better to give than receive.”