Conclusion of an enriching study on contentment and a solid, biblical perspective on covetousness.
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The Dangers Of Building Our Lives Around Wealth
The Bible says a lot about money. How we should earn it, save it, and spend it. Feeling the pressure that comes from wanting too much, and owning too little?
A Thought-provoking Discussion On Contentment, In Good Times And Bad
It’s not easy to find contentment in every circumstance. Perhaps finances are tight right now, or health issues are looming over a loved one.
Taking A Look At The Areas Of Our Culture That Are Run By Greed And Envy
Covetousness isn’t some stuffy, irrelevant word. Jealousy is something we deal with on a daily basis. An insightful discussion on the various aspects of greed and envy found in our culture.
Discover How The Ten Commandments Illustrate Love In Action
The Ten Commandments are more than just a list of rules to be obeyed. Uncover the importance of loving God, and your neighbor.
Finding True Contentment And The Cure For Covetousness
When discontentment takes hold of our hearts, it’s not easy to let go of its grip. Discover the ability to enjoy what we own right now.
Uncover The Root Of Envy, And How It Breeds Discontentment
Ever compared yourself with a colleague or neighbor and felt you fell short of the mark? Perhaps they get more respect at work, or they have a bigger, nicer home.
Personal Stories Of God’s Provision
When you look back, do you see the hand of God working in your life? His faithfulness in the past gives us confidence to push through difficulties in the present and the future. Find the courage to keep pressing ahead.
Discover How A Jealous Attitude Can Ultimately Cause Destruction In Our Lives
It’s a “dog-eat-dog” world out there. And for some, that means sacrificing nothing to get to the top.
Discover How To Win The Battle Over Jealousy And Envy
So, what comes to mind when you hear the word, “covet”? Well, jealousy and envy are attitudes that affect many of the decisions we make. Take a look at these attitudes of the heart.
Taking An Honest Look At Our Priorities
What will people remember about your life? Will they see generosity, patience and love? Discover the importance of putting your faith before the stuff you own.
How To Effectively Build Into Those We Love
When you’re no longer here on earth, what legacy will you leave behind? Take some time to consider what’s consuming your deepest passions.
An Important Warning Against Covetousness
Our economy is designed to inspire a craving for more stuff. More money, a better job, a bigger house. Let’s look at First Timothy chapter 6.
Discover What It Means To Be Truly Content
When you look around and see how others seem to have it all, it’s not easy being content with what we own. Especially when our friends seem to have much, much more!
An In-depth Discussion On That Elusive Quality, Contentment
In this age of technology and gadgets, we’re always looking for the latest and greatest products to improve our lives. It’s all part of a study on the tenth commandment, “Thou shall not covet.”
The Danger Of Linking Financial Prosperity And God’s Blessing
It’s not uncommon for people to assume that financial prosperity and God’s approval are somehow linked together. Hey, if you’re a good person, God will bless you. Right? A lively discussion about this false notion of prosperity and blessing.
How Do You Balance Ambition And Faith?
So . . . when is enough, enough? Well, our culture’s view of wealth is entirely different from God’s!
Discover How To Steer Clear Of Those Dangerous Situations That Lead Us Into Sin
Each one of us faces temptation of some sort. It may be a certain kind of food we can’t resist, a store we love to shop in, or something heavier, that causes us to fall into sin.
Discover The Difference Between Our Attitudes And Actions, And How They Affect Our Relationship With God
It’s the matters of the heart, the stuff no one else sees, that are most important to God.
What It Means To Have True Freedom, Even From The Accumulation Of Stuff
The apostle Paul tells us in Romans chapter eight that as children of God we have glorious freedom from the things that have held us in bondage. It’s part of our series on the tenth commandment, thou shall not covet.
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