Buddy .... you sound rich and you sound like you LOVE being rich.
Read Acts 5 if you need reminding about how not to give.
I don't care about your money tbh. I just think when the rich drive by the homeless on the way to their million dollar cottage in their 4th car that perhaps ppl need to reconsider what they do with their money.
Retain all your wealth. I promise you by the 3rd n 4th generation it will be likely squandered by your grandchildren. Huge inheritances is detrimental to society and ppl generally speaking. But you do you.
Money is not representative of time or labour.
Money is money and there's more money than food, and there's a lot of food.
Ppl are done w bosses. You sound like a capitalist boss that loves to see how little he can pay his employees so he can maximize how much he can "make" so he can pay usury loans on his 4th car and 2nd house while also claiming he doesn't "love" money.
Here's an idea.
Today.
Give away an asset greater than $10k to a stranger or someone you know that's in need.
Also repent for making usury payments and make sure you don't make anymore.
And if you can't then at least stop lecturing ppl about wealth, money management, banking and economic forms of government.
I don't owe or borrow money so quit bearing false witness and repent of that.
Remind me if King David was rich?
You are the one lecturing from an unbiblical position.
I'm asking you to back up your position with scripture.
Most of my giving is anonymous. Funding adoptions isn't tax deductible.
Oh and PS.... I was homeless over 20 years ago before I came to Christ. Recently God blessed me abundantly for saving the lives, jobs, and freedoms of countless Christians and patriots.
King David existed inside of a monarchy that also had a just and righteous king. It's not accurate to compare yourself to him. The Bible says it's difficult for a rich man to enter the gates of heaven. I'm not a rich man and that allows me carte blanche in my assessment of rich men.
Do you have interest bearing accounts?
Do you collect rent?
Do you have static revenue?
Do you exploit your workers?
Do you exploit your tenants?
Don't play word games with me. You're not gonna sit there and be like "I'm debt free" while you have accounts making interest. "I don't believe in usury" but does your company or companies in any form at all in any sense whatsoever have a loan with any bank or financial institution or provide assets for a financial institution to utilize?
You were a king but now you're working
Your employees were kings too but now they're were-a-king for you.
The fact that you even consider tax deductions is a barfable offense.
And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.
I didn't compare myself to King David you dishonest POS.
I gave you an example from scripture of how wealth isn't evil.... From a man "after God's own heart"
I'll end with a little lesson in scripture to mop you up and then we're done (or to put it more accurately, you are)
In Matthew 19:24, Jesus says: "Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God." On the surface, this statement seems to suggest a condemnation of wealth. However, a deeper look at Scripture shows that Jesus is not condemning wealth itself, but the dangers of wealth when it leads to idolatry, greed, and reliance on worldly things instead of God.
Here’s a broader case that Matthew 19:24 does not forbid Christians from being wealthy, supported by other Scripture:
Wealth is a Blessing from God, Not Inherently Evil
In Scripture, wealth is often depicted as a blessing from God, especially when it is used responsibly and in accordance with God's will.
Deuteronomy 8:18 – "But remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms His covenant, which He swore to your ancestors, as it is today."
This passage highlights that wealth itself is a gift from God and can be part of His covenant blessings. God grants people the ability to acquire wealth, and it’s a sign of His favor when handled righteously.
Proverbs 10:22 – "The blessing of the Lord brings wealth, without painful toil for it."
Here, wealth is described as a blessing from the Lord, not something to be rejected outright.
Righteous People in the Bible Had Wealth
There are numerous examples of faithful men and women in the Bible who were wealthy and remained righteous before God.
Abraham – Genesis 13:2 says, "Abram had become very wealthy in livestock and in silver and gold." Abraham is one of the most important figures in the Bible, yet his wealth did not hinder his relationship with God.
Job – Job was one of the wealthiest men of his time (Job 1:3) and was still described as “blameless” and “upright.” When his wealth was taken, God restored it twofold, showing that wealth in itself wasn’t the problem, but rather how one responds to its gain and loss.
Joseph of Arimathea – He was a rich man and a disciple of Jesus (Matthew 27:57). His wealth enabled him to provide a tomb for Jesus' burial, showing how wealth can be used for good in the service of God.
The Context of Matthew 19:24
The context of this verse is the encounter between Jesus and the rich young ruler (Matthew 19:16-22). The issue here is not that the man was wealthy, but that his wealth had become an obstacle to following Christ. The man asked what he must do to have eternal life, but when Jesus told him to sell his possessions and follow Him, the man walked away sorrowful because he was unwilling to part with his wealth.
Jesus is teaching that wealth can become a spiritual hindrance when it controls one's heart. It's not the wealth itself, but the love of money that is the problem, as 1 Timothy 6:10 says, "For the love of money is the root of all evil." Christians are warned to guard against putting their trust in wealth instead of in God.
Christians Can Own Property and Employ Others
There is no biblical command that forbids Christians from owning property or employing others, as long as these are done ethically and with fairness:
Proverbs 12:11 – "Those who work their land will have abundant food, but those who chase fantasies have no sense."
This verse implies that working and owning land, a form of property, is wise and can lead to abundance.
Ephesians 6:5-9 – This passage gives instructions to masters (employers) and slaves (employees), showing that such relationships existed and were not condemned. Instead, both parties are encouraged to treat each other with respect and fairness. In today’s context, this can be applied to employers and employees.
Proverbs 13:22 – "A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children, but the sinner's wealth is laid up for the righteous."
This shows that a righteous person may accumulate wealth and property to pass on to future generations, further confirming that having wealth and property is not inherently sinful.
The Purpose of Wealth in a Christian Life
The Bible teaches that wealth should be used wisely, for the glory of God and the benefit of others:
1 Timothy 6:17-19 – "Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share."
This passage doesn’t condemn the rich but gives instructions on how they should use their wealth responsibly.
Acts 4:34-35 – Early Christians shared their possessions, ensuring no one was in need. While this isn’t a requirement for all believers, it demonstrates the importance of using wealth for the benefit of others.
Conclusion
Matthew 19:24 does not forbid Christians from being wealthy, but it warns against the spiritual dangers that can come with wealth if it leads to greed, idolatry, or self-reliance instead of reliance on God. Scripture shows that wealth is a blessing when used in accordance with God's will, and it is possible to be both wealthy and righteous. Christians are encouraged to be generous, ethical, and mindful of their spiritual priorities when it comes to wealth, property, and employing others. Wealth should be a tool for advancing God's kingdom, not an idol that competes with God for devotion.
Now go sit in the corner and think about all the stupid things you said.
Excuse me what? Why would someone give away what scripture says they should leave for their family?
Show me ONE verse that says give away your money and it will come back.
This is so lme new age "universe" BS.
I'm sick of people like you thinking money is evil. Money is a representation of time and labor.
God frequently blessed hardworking and faithful people with money because they can use it for His glory and to help others.
You sound like a damn commie.
Buddy .... you sound rich and you sound like you LOVE being rich.
Read Acts 5 if you need reminding about how not to give.
I don't care about your money tbh. I just think when the rich drive by the homeless on the way to their million dollar cottage in their 4th car that perhaps ppl need to reconsider what they do with their money.
Retain all your wealth. I promise you by the 3rd n 4th generation it will be likely squandered by your grandchildren. Huge inheritances is detrimental to society and ppl generally speaking. But you do you.
Money is not representative of time or labour.
Money is money and there's more money than food, and there's a lot of food.
Ppl are done w bosses. You sound like a capitalist boss that loves to see how little he can pay his employees so he can maximize how much he can "make" so he can pay usury loans on his 4th car and 2nd house while also claiming he doesn't "love" money.
Here's an idea.
Today.
Give away an asset greater than $10k to a stranger or someone you know that's in need.
Also repent for making usury payments and make sure you don't make anymore.
And if you can't then at least stop lecturing ppl about wealth, money management, banking and economic forms of government.
All assumptions. You love making those.
I don't owe or borrow money so quit bearing false witness and repent of that.
Remind me if King David was rich?
You are the one lecturing from an unbiblical position.
I'm asking you to back up your position with scripture.
Most of my giving is anonymous. Funding adoptions isn't tax deductible.
Oh and PS.... I was homeless over 20 years ago before I came to Christ. Recently God blessed me abundantly for saving the lives, jobs, and freedoms of countless Christians and patriots.
Have a good day being bitter and envious.
King David existed inside of a monarchy that also had a just and righteous king. It's not accurate to compare yourself to him. The Bible says it's difficult for a rich man to enter the gates of heaven. I'm not a rich man and that allows me carte blanche in my assessment of rich men.
Do you have interest bearing accounts? Do you collect rent? Do you have static revenue? Do you exploit your workers? Do you exploit your tenants?
Don't play word games with me. You're not gonna sit there and be like "I'm debt free" while you have accounts making interest. "I don't believe in usury" but does your company or companies in any form at all in any sense whatsoever have a loan with any bank or financial institution or provide assets for a financial institution to utilize?
You were a king but now you're working Your employees were kings too but now they're were-a-king for you.
The fact that you even consider tax deductions is a barfable offense.
And again I say unto you, It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.
Matthew 19:24
I didn't compare myself to King David you dishonest POS.
I gave you an example from scripture of how wealth isn't evil.... From a man "after God's own heart"
I'll end with a little lesson in scripture to mop you up and then we're done (or to put it more accurately, you are)
In Matthew 19:24, Jesus says: "Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God." On the surface, this statement seems to suggest a condemnation of wealth. However, a deeper look at Scripture shows that Jesus is not condemning wealth itself, but the dangers of wealth when it leads to idolatry, greed, and reliance on worldly things instead of God.
Here’s a broader case that Matthew 19:24 does not forbid Christians from being wealthy, supported by other Scripture:
In Scripture, wealth is often depicted as a blessing from God, especially when it is used responsibly and in accordance with God's will.
Deuteronomy 8:18 – "But remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms His covenant, which He swore to your ancestors, as it is today."
This passage highlights that wealth itself is a gift from God and can be part of His covenant blessings. God grants people the ability to acquire wealth, and it’s a sign of His favor when handled righteously.
Proverbs 10:22 – "The blessing of the Lord brings wealth, without painful toil for it."
Here, wealth is described as a blessing from the Lord, not something to be rejected outright.
There are numerous examples of faithful men and women in the Bible who were wealthy and remained righteous before God.
Abraham – Genesis 13:2 says, "Abram had become very wealthy in livestock and in silver and gold." Abraham is one of the most important figures in the Bible, yet his wealth did not hinder his relationship with God.
Job – Job was one of the wealthiest men of his time (Job 1:3) and was still described as “blameless” and “upright.” When his wealth was taken, God restored it twofold, showing that wealth in itself wasn’t the problem, but rather how one responds to its gain and loss.
Joseph of Arimathea – He was a rich man and a disciple of Jesus (Matthew 27:57). His wealth enabled him to provide a tomb for Jesus' burial, showing how wealth can be used for good in the service of God.
The context of this verse is the encounter between Jesus and the rich young ruler (Matthew 19:16-22). The issue here is not that the man was wealthy, but that his wealth had become an obstacle to following Christ. The man asked what he must do to have eternal life, but when Jesus told him to sell his possessions and follow Him, the man walked away sorrowful because he was unwilling to part with his wealth.
Jesus is teaching that wealth can become a spiritual hindrance when it controls one's heart. It's not the wealth itself, but the love of money that is the problem, as 1 Timothy 6:10 says, "For the love of money is the root of all evil." Christians are warned to guard against putting their trust in wealth instead of in God.
There is no biblical command that forbids Christians from owning property or employing others, as long as these are done ethically and with fairness:
Proverbs 12:11 – "Those who work their land will have abundant food, but those who chase fantasies have no sense."
This verse implies that working and owning land, a form of property, is wise and can lead to abundance.
Ephesians 6:5-9 – This passage gives instructions to masters (employers) and slaves (employees), showing that such relationships existed and were not condemned. Instead, both parties are encouraged to treat each other with respect and fairness. In today’s context, this can be applied to employers and employees.
Proverbs 13:22 – "A good man leaves an inheritance to his children's children, but the sinner's wealth is laid up for the righteous."
This shows that a righteous person may accumulate wealth and property to pass on to future generations, further confirming that having wealth and property is not inherently sinful.
The Bible teaches that wealth should be used wisely, for the glory of God and the benefit of others:
1 Timothy 6:17-19 – "Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share."
This passage doesn’t condemn the rich but gives instructions on how they should use their wealth responsibly.
Acts 4:34-35 – Early Christians shared their possessions, ensuring no one was in need. While this isn’t a requirement for all believers, it demonstrates the importance of using wealth for the benefit of others.
Conclusion
Matthew 19:24 does not forbid Christians from being wealthy, but it warns against the spiritual dangers that can come with wealth if it leads to greed, idolatry, or self-reliance instead of reliance on God. Scripture shows that wealth is a blessing when used in accordance with God's will, and it is possible to be both wealthy and righteous. Christians are encouraged to be generous, ethical, and mindful of their spiritual priorities when it comes to wealth, property, and employing others. Wealth should be a tool for advancing God's kingdom, not an idol that competes with God for devotion.
Now go sit in the corner and think about all the stupid things you said.