1 Timothy 6:9

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But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition. — 1 Timothy 6:9 KJV

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Those who want to get rich fall into temptation and a trap and into many foolish and harmful desires that plunge people into ruin and destruction. — 1 Timothy 6:9 NIV

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Thought and Reflection

This isn’t a directive for people who are financially rich. No, this is for us all who need to have that riches. Craving it, wanting it, and going in quest for natural abundance open us to grave risk. We should be helped to remember Jesus’ words: “Seek first God’s Kingdom and his righteousness and everything will be added unto you.”

My Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for your countless favors. Teach me to be content and generous with the gifts you have proactively given me. Please help me and teach me to focus on serving You more. In Jesus mighty name I pray. Amen.

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Alona Smith writes like she sketches—quick strokes, bold colors, no eraser. She ran a small-town art studio before VerseForTheDay invited her to swap charcoal for chapters, yet paint still flecks her keyboard. Dawn finds her barefoot on the porch, swirling watercolors across a travel Bible, letting sunrise seep into the margins. Neighbors wave as she bikes to the farmers’ market, basket rattling with sunflowers and Psalms scribbled on kraft-paper price tags.Alona trusts that Scripture behaves like clay: press your palms in, and a vessel appears where empty air once lived. Afternoon workshops with foster teens prove the point; they mold hope into coffee mugs, then watch steam carry it forward.Diplomas? Only framed sketches of hands lifted in worship. Awards? A dog-eared gratitude list taped to her fridge. Open her reflections when cynicism scratches—she’ll slide a brush into your grip and show you light hiding in the smear of everyday color.