Wealth is often seen as the source of contentment and happiness. The more money we have, the happier we think it will make us. People spend a fortune buying lottery and scratch tickets hoping to win the jackpot. Why do they spend so much money when the odds of winning are so low? The notion that money will solve problems and supply pleasure lurks somewhere not too far from the surface in most human beings. A person may feel secure if a welfare or pension cheque comes in each month while another person requires thousands of dollars on hand to get the same secure feeling. Most of us are not willing to admit the truth, that money does not bring contentment and peace, so we test this statement by pursuing ways to get more money.
To avoid the frustration and pain of trusting in wealth, the Bible repeatedly tells us that happiness, peace, pleasure, and real contentment in life are found not in money, but in getting wisdom and understanding.
How do we get wisdom and understanding? The first and best way is to simply ask God to help us live by His principles as recorded in the Bible. The next best source that leads to our being blessed and contented is to listen to others’ wise advice and accept correction. What advice are we going to seek from God and others so we can remove our erroneous thinking before we cause ourselves more pain?
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Help me to search out the way of wisdom so I may find security and contentment in life rather than simply seeking to have more money. Teach me what I need to learn so I can safely tread the path of love, joy and peace to a meaningful life. Amen
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