The sleep of a laboring man is sweet, Whether he eats little or much; But the abundance of the rich will not permit him to sleep. There is a severe evil which I have seen under the sun: Riches kept for their owner to his hurt.
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Have you believed the lie that money will bring you satisfaction and happiness? Many people have, and so they spend their lives trying to increase their wealth. But what does Scripture say about our love of money? In this plan, Pete Briscoe dispels five myths concerning our beliefs about money and how God wants us to experience the true source of joy and happiness.
In Ecclesiastes, the author attempts to find meaning and purpose in life. As we read, we see anguish and regret over failed attempts at happiness through wealth, fame, and achievement. Ultimately, he realizes that the purpose of humanity is to know God and enjoy what God has given us. Only God can provide the fulfillment for which our hearts and souls long.
The Bible has a lot to say about contentment. While contentment often gets confused with complacency in our society, they are very different. This 5-day plan will help readers gain a biblical understanding and perspective on contentment, apply it to their lives, and prepare them to share this learning with others.
The Bible has a lot to say about saving. Most of us know that God wants us to save for the future, but His instruction actually goes much deeper. This 5-day plan will help readers gain a biblical understanding and perspective on saving, apply it to their lives, and prepare them to share this learning with others.
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