For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. 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. For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs. (1st Timothy 6:6-10). Please read 1st Timothy 6:3-10
There have been many moments in my life when I’ve put the material world before God. I can remember when I didn’t have much but I knew with all my heart that I had God. When you are solely depending on God, you know that you can’t take any of the credit for the things that happen. The majority of the time, people tend to forget about God even after He has blessed them in abundance.
Why would people like Michael Jordan, Jay-Z, Julia Roberts or Donald Trump admit that they are sinners and need Jesus Christ in their lives when they seem to have everything that they could ever want or need? Why should they admit that they need God? It is much more difficult to live for Christ when you own every form of distraction compared to barely having anything at all. If something other prayer, Bible study or God is taking up your time, there is going to be some problems in your life very soon that you will not know how to handle. Things like the internet, television, video games, DVD’s, music and every new piece of technology will hinder your growth in Christ if it is not under control.
Don’t be fooled into thinking that every purchase you make is of God. True, God is the provider but what we do with what He provides is on us. Be a good steward over what God gives to you and then notice how well He takes care of you. This life is not built around how many toys we can gather. There’s nothing wrong with having, but having should not separate you from locking in to a solid relationship with God.
God, help me to be a good steward with whatever You decide to give to me. May whatever I purchase be pleasing in your sight. Give me the sincere ability to serve You no matter the amount of money I have. Amen!