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The Rich and the PoorPosted Mar-31-08 06:43:47 PDT The brother in humble circumstances ought to take pride in his high position. But the one who is rich should take pride in his low position, because he will pass away like a wild flower. For the sun rises with scorching heat and whithers the plant; its blossom falls and its beauty is destroyed. In the same way, the rich man will fade away even while he goes about his business.
James 1:9-11
Christians who are not in high positions in this world should be glad, because they are great in the Lord's eyes. This brother in humble circumstances, is a person without status or wealth. Such people are often overlooked, even in our churches today, but they are not overlooked by God. The poor should be glad that riches mean nothing to God; otherwise these people would be considered unworthy. The rich should be glad that money means nothing to God, because money is easily lost. We find true wealth by developing our spiritual life, not by developing our financial assets. God is interested in what is lasting (our souls), not in what is temporary (our money and possessions). Strive to treat each person as Christ would treat him or her, based on who they are not on what they have.
God Bless you,
Pray for me,
JH
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