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. 1 Timothy 6:7-8
“Wealth is not essential to man’s ultimate well-being. “He did not have it,” says Paul, “before he came into this world, nor will he have it in the world to come.” The abiding treasure must, therefore, be seen in terms of Christlikeness. Whatever else we may have in eternity, of this we may be most certain, we shall have ourselves there. The goal toward which we should strive in life, should, therefore, be in terms of those qualities of the soul which make us Christlike. “For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out” (1 Timothy 6:7). Mere wealth is not ultimately essential to the well-being of the soul; why then should we center all of life around its accumulation or regard it as an end in itself? It is far, far better to major on cultivating the enlargement of the soul that we may ultimately receive the fullness of the blessing of Christ.”
Charles A. Trentham quoting Francis Peabody in Studies in Timothy (Nashville: Convention Press, 1959) 73.
I got to meet up with GTP staff (Paula Mendoza, Trevor Lui and his wife, Frances) and see a long-time friend yesterday, John Frank. It was so special. It reminded me of the priceless value of kingdom friendships.
So many people spend themselves to acquire things or accumulate financial resources. Do let that be you. Pursue the wealth of godly character and kingdom relationships.
Ironically, the pathway to such wealth is living, giving, serving, and loving generously coupled with contentment with having Christ who has promised to supply our needs.
I spend today with Rob and Bev Martin. I can’t wait to see them this morning. I will be priceless. I pray the wealth of wisdom in their minds and hearts fill ours richly.