1 Timothy 6:17
1 Timothy 6:17
Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute.
Charging those who are rich to be rich in good works and ready to distribute calls for a mindset shift from wealth accumulation to purposeful giving. This verse highlights the responsibility of the wealthy to use their resources for good, to be generous and ready to share. God’s view of riches is not merely possession but the good works that accompany them. This call challenges us to see our resources as tools for God’s purposes, not solely for personal security or gain. When we use our wealth to bless others, we invest in eternal treasures that far outlast earthly wealth. This perspective encourages a lifestyle of generosity, where giving is not an afterthought but an integral part of our faith. By being ready to distribute, we align ourselves with God’s mission to uplift, support, and transform lives, making a lasting impact in the world.
Matthew 6:1
Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.
Psalms 41:1
Blessed is he that considereth the poor.
Romans 12:13
Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality.
2 Corinthians 9:7
Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.