"Calling his disciples to him, Jesus said, Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others. They all gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty, put in everything--all she had to live on." Mark 12:43-44 Jesus was watching the people put their money... Continue Reading →
Mark 10:24 Difficult Entry
The disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus said again, Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God!" Mark 10:24 As Jesus was teaching a rich man came up to Jesus and wanted to follow Him. Jesus told the man to sell what he had and give to the poor, then... Continue Reading →
Matthew 19:23 Hard to Get to Heaven
"Then Jesus said to his disciples, Truly I tell you, it is hard for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of heaven." Matthew 19:23 As Jesus was walking and teaching a young man wanted to know what it would take to get into heaven. Jesus starts out with telling him to keep all... Continue Reading →
Matthew 13:22 Seeds Among Thorns
"The seed falling among thorns refers to someone who hears the word, but the worries of this life and the deceitfulness of wealth choke the word, making it unfruitful." Matthew 13:22 This verse continues the parable Jesus told about the sower and the seed. This seed falls among the thorns. If you have ever tried... Continue Reading →
Hebrews 13:5 Freedom With Contentment
"Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, 'Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.'" Hebrews 13:5 Many people use this verse to promote a living of poverty mentality. It is often used against those who are rich financially. Notice,... Continue Reading →
