Trust in God, not in riches.

“Command to those who are rich in this present age not to be haughty, nor to trust in uncertain riches but in the living God, who gives us richly all things to enjoy.” 1 Timothy 6:17

Let me tell you about my friend. My friend’s mother is running a business. Well, my friend wanted to help her mother with the business. So she got her certified regarding that field of work couple years back and after she finished college she started working together with her mother.

Once in awhile we catch up over the phone. This is how are conversation would start. “Hey _______! Are you making lots of money?” She would reply, “Oh I am so busy with work! So much going on but business is good!”

Then I say, “You better save up all the money for your future!” She replies, “Oh, mom doesn’t pay me. I just live at her house!” Surprised, I tell her, “You better inherit everything from your parents later!” Jokingly she says, “Of course!”

By just listening to that conversation, one might think that my friend is very irresponsible that she is not getting paid, that she is not independent, that she has no life. That is wrong. She is very good at her job. And the business is going really well. The point is that she is working for her mom. She know that whatever belongs to her belongs to her mom and what belongs to her mom belongs to her.

Paul tells Timothy not to look at the riches, but to the One who gives all the riches. Many people seek success by trying to make more money or obtain wealth. But the Bible tells us that it is about establishing a firm, intimate relationship with our Father. It is not about “what,” but about “who.” It is about our relationship with our Father in heaven who gives us all the things we need.