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Discover the teachings of Christ that emphasize the importance of not loving money. Explore biblical references, examples, and the consequences of sordid gain. Embrace true wealth through faith in God and let go of the desire for material riches.
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Followers of Christ Don’t Love Money Christians v. world • 2 Tim. 3:2 sinful men love money • Heb. 13:5 Christians don’t love money • 1 Cor. 16:22 Christians love God Paul’s teaching • 1 Tim. 6:6-8 true wealth, godliness • 1 Tim. 6:9-10 not desire to be rich • 1 Tim. 6:11-12 flee. . . . • 1 Tim. 6:17-19 if you have money. . . .
Followers of Christ Don’t Love Money Examples • Tit. 1:7; 1 Tim. 3:3; 1 Tim. 3:8 elders and deacons • Acts 4:36-37 benevolent Christians • Lk. 16:13-15 Pharisees • Tit. 1:10-11 false teachers
Followers of Christ Don’t Love Money Sordid gain isn’t always illegal • Jn. 2:13-16 Jesus, temple Sordid gain sometimes injures people for life • Judas’ betrayal of Jesus • abortion doctor • ponzi schemes Give life to God to stop loving money • Matt. 10:37-39 • Matt. 16:24-27