Magnificent Life

"The blessing of the Lord makes one rich, and He adds no sorrow with it." Proverbs 10:22 The Bible makes it clear that wealth is not the most important thing in life. However, the Bible does teach that God wants His people to be blessed financially. He has given us the power to get wealth as a way to bless us and advance His kingdom. However, we must be careful to steward our wealth in a way that honors Him and aligns with His plans and purposes. So start thinking beyond your selfish gain because one of the most important things to remember about wealth is that it is not an end unto itself. Wealth is a tool that can be used to do good things and to help others. Solomon, the wisest man who ever lived, said, "The rich rule over the poor, and the borrower is a slave to the lender" (Proverbs 22:7). In other words, wealth can be used to control and manipulate others. It can also be used to help those who are in need. Proverbs 22:9 says, "He that hath a bountiful eye shall be blessed; for