Jeremiah 14-17
The words of the prophet bring
judgment on those who gain their wealth through unjust means. I know this is old news, but I would like to
draw something else from this. Notice
that it isn't the wealthy who are condemned.
There are those who would say it is wrong to accumulate riches. Nothing could be further from the truth. It is not in the accumulation that people go
wrong, rather, it is in the manner and then the use what was gained. If we achieve wealth through unscrupulous
ways, and/or become tight-fisted with that which the Lord has blessed us, we
stand in danger of the judgment. On the
other hand, if we are blessed with riches through honest endeavors, and then
use our gain generously, there is no need to fear condemnation.
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