Dangerous Proposition - Wisdom and Wealth

<p>Wisdom and Wealth<br>Dangerous Proposition (Proverbs 13:7,11; 28:20)</p><p>Some like to show off their wealth, and some like to pretend they are wealthy. The opposite is also true. Some are not flamboyant and prefer to be discrete. Some are obsessed with social status or the power that wealth brings. Wealth on the fast lane is a tempting proposition, but it is a dangerous one. Those who fear the Lord will remain suspicious of get-rich-quick schemes. They avoid offers that are too good to be true because they suspect it. And if the offers are valid, they are most likely illegal. If caught, there are consequences. Yet, despite the dangers, greed possesses the hearts of many. Greed camouflages the danger, and the greedy do not mind or are too blind or naïve to see. Their greedy hearts lure them into a trap; it is a trap with darts, arrows, and spears. The wise in heart will avoid this trap.</p><p>The fear of God, the beginning of wisdom, is a guard against the traps of greed. Godly wisdom is an antidote to the poison of greed. Thus, may we learn awareness, truthfulness, and consistency in building our reserves.</p><p>Sermon notes: https://www.gcfnaga.com/dangerous-proposition</p>