“Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy;”
— 1 Timothy 6:17 KJV
Reflection on Today's Verse
Basically, Paul is giving us a classic “don’t put all your eggs in one basket” reminder, but with the right basket in mind—trust in God, not cash. Wealth is unstable, like a stock market graph on a bad day. One minute you’re up, the next minute you’re down, and you’re left clinging to your assets like they’re some life raft in a stormy sea. And the problem is, if we lean on wealth, it doesn’t just support us; it starts to define us. Paul’s call here is to make sure it doesn’t.
What’s funny, though, is how he doesn’t say, “Oh, money is evil; don’t touch it.” Nope. He says God is the one who provides everything—even the good stuff we enjoy. He’s not being a spoilsport here; he’s making sure our hearts aren’t accidentally bowing down to money like it’s some sort of mini-god. Because, sure, we can enjoy what we have, but it’s a whole different story to depend on it for happiness, peace, or security.
And there’s something freeing in what Paul’s saying, right? If our hope is in God, not in our bank balance, we’re less tied down by the ups and downs of our finances. That doesn’t mean we’ll stop worrying overnight—who among us wouldn’t worry a bit about a recession? But it means we’ve got a deeper anchor that’s steady, no matter how the world’s money games play out. And with that, we’re not just surviving; we’re living—enjoying life in the good ways God intended, without giving our hearts over to money in the process.
So, maybe next time we check our bank app, we’ll let that be a little reminder: that balance may go up or down, but our hope has already been invested where the return never fluctuates.
Personal Prayer
Dear Lord, thank You for being my true source of security and hope. You know how easy it is for me to lean on what I can see, to feel safe when my finances feel stable, and to worry when they don’t. Forgive me for the times I’ve put my trust in wealth, in things that are here one moment and gone the next.
Help me, Lord, to keep my eyes on You as my provider. Teach me to enjoy what You’ve blessed me with, without letting it define me or my worth. Remind me that every good thing comes from Your hand and that my true richness is found in Your love and grace.
I pray for a heart that’s generous, humble, and full of gratitude. Lead me to trust You more deeply, especially when I’m tempted to lean on my own resources. And may my life reflect a hope that’s rooted in You alone—unshakable, unchanging, and abundant in every way that matters.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.