Worldly Prosperity

• 2 min. read • grade level: 7

We believe that one of the greatest hindrances to souls is their being so taken up with the desire for worldly prosperity. The consequence is that the Lord does not have His rightful place in their hearts, and, however many excuses they may make, the question really is, "Amos 1 seeking earthly gain, or the enjoyment of the Lord's presence? Is communion with Him the uppermost desire of my heart?" Perhaps no point is of more importance for us really to settle in the presence of God. If worldly advantage, to say nothing of the accumulation of wealth, has the first consideration, let it not surprise us if those who seek such go further and further away from the Lord. If, however, we are willing to suffer loss, and to lay aside everything that hinders our enjoyment of His sweet company, then we may be sure that He will not forsake us as to food and raiment. We believe the scripture is as true as ever, "Seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you." We do well to remember that to the believer it is said, "Unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on Him, but also to suffer for His sake." Matt. 6:33³³But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. (Matthew 6:33); Phil. 1:29²⁹For unto you it is given in the behalf of Christ, not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for his sake; (Philippians 1:29).

H.H. Snell

Trust: Money

In God we trust, for He has proved

Stability that can't be moved.

Silver and gold which He has made

Remain the basis of our trade.

But people now are being told

That paper is as good as gold,

And adding zeroes on behind

Gives added value to the mind.

With incredulity we see

How gullible we're apt to be.