Money is not a bad thing, but coveting money is terribly dangerous. Jesus warns us against longing for money and placing our confidence in the abundance of money. At the final day, worldly wealth will not help us—only “riches toward God”. We must be on our guard, and learn contentment with what we have.
Spiritual warfare cannot be fought with human strength or worldly influence but only through God’s power. Although Christians are weak in themselves, God equips them with spiritual weapons—especially the Word of God, prayer, truth, righteousness, faith, and the gospel—to overcome opposition and advance His kingdom.
Spiritual warfare cannot be fought with human strength or worldly influence but only through God’s power. Although Christians are weak in themselves, God equips them with spiritual weapons—especially the Word of God, prayer, truth, righteousness, faith, and the gospel—to overcome opposition and advance His kingdom.
Paul wants us to know that Christian giving should be voluntary, joyful, and motivated by God’s grace rather than guilt or obligation. Paul emphasizes that God loves a cheerful giver, and that generous giving is a response to the immeasurable gift of Jesus Christ rather than an attempt to earn God’s favor or material wealth.
As we seek to live according to God’s moral norms, that is, as we engage in Christian ethics, we need to take advantage of the resources the Great Shepherd of our souls has given (1 Pet. 2:25). I count them as five primary sources.
