- Wealth
Psalm 112:3
Wealth and riches shall be in his house:
And his righteousness endureth forever.
A part of the blessedness for those who fear the Lord is wealth and riches. Yes, God promises believers wealth, but we are careful to define the wealth that is ours in Christ. Most people want wealth and more money for one reason: to be free of stress. We want to be able to buy and get whatever we want whenever we want it. We want enough money so that we will never have to worry about having enough to live and enjoy life, and we also believe we need a cushion, a nest egg, an emergency savings, and a good amount in the bank just in case. If one gets control of enough money that he can easily take care of all needs without worry and stress, obtain whatever pleasures he desires whenever he wants, and have enough saved away so that future security is assured, that man is wealthy.
“Wealthy” in some sense simply means “worry-free living.” Thus there is no particular number that defines wealth. Wealthy is truly a state of mind more than a pile of money. When a person is contented and happy and carefree he can be considered wealthy. This is the kind of wealth promised to believers in Christ: resting confidently in the love and security of a really good friend and shepherd. Taking this promise seriously we can say with Paul, Philippians 4:19: “My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.”
Because of Jesus I can confidently say: “Wealth and riches shall be in my house.” Jesus is mine and when I have Him I have all the wealth and power that belong to Him. And I am assured that He can and will use that wealth on my behalf and for my benefit.