DAILY TEXT Today Thursday, June 6, 2024, Money is a protection (Ecl. 7:12).

DAILY TEXT, Today's Thursday, June 6, 2024, Money is a protection (Ecl. 7:12).

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Thursday June 6, 2024

Money is a protection (Eccl. 7:12).

Solomon was very rich and lived in luxury (1 Kings 10:7, 14, 15). On the other hand, Jesus had few belongings and did not even have his own house (Matt. 8:20). Even so, both Solomon and Jesus saw material things with balance because the wisdom of both came from Jehovah. Solomon recognized that money helps us obtain what we need to live and perhaps indulge ourselves. But, despite all his wealth, Solomon understood that there are things more important than money. For example, he wrote: “A good reputation [or “a good name”] is preferable to great riches” (Prov. 22:1; note). He also realized that people who love money are rarely content with what they have (Eccl. 5:10, 12). And he warned of the danger of putting all our trust in money, because today it is here and tomorrow it can be gone (Prov. 23: 4, 5). w22.05 21 paras. Four. Five.

What balanced view did Jesus have of material things? (Matthew 6:31-33).

Jesus had a balanced view of material things. He enjoyed food and drink (Luke 19:2, 6, 7). On one occasion, he turned water into wine of the highest quality, and that was his first miracle (John 2:10, 11). Furthermore, on the day of his death he wore an expensive robe (John 19:23, 24). But material things were not the most important thing in his life. He said to his disciples: “No one can be a slave to two masters […]. They cannot be slaves of God and at the same time of Riches” (Matt. 6:24). Jesus taught that if we seek the Kingdom first, Jehovah will see that we have what we need. (Read Matthew 6:31-33.)

What blessings has a brother enjoyed by having a balanced view of money?

Many brothers and sisters have benefited from following Jehovah’s wise counsel regarding money. Let's look at the example of a single brother named Daniel. He says: “When I was a teenager, I decided that serving Jehovah would be the most important thing in my life.” As Daniel has strived to live a simple life, he has been able to use his time and skills to assist in relief efforts and serve at Bethel. He adds: “The truth is that I have never regretted the decision I made. Sure, I could have made a lot of money if I had focused on that, but then I wouldn't have all the good friends I have now. Furthermore, putting the Kingdom first gives me a happiness that I would never have if I dedicated myself to making money. There is no money in the world that can compare with all the blessings that Jehovah has given me.” It is clear that if we focus on spiritual things and not money, we win.

How do we know that Solomon had a balanced view of work? (Ecclesiastes 5:18, 19).

Saloón said that the satisfaction we get from our hard work “is a gift from God” (read Ecclesiastes 5:18, 19). He also wrote, “All hard work brings benefits” (Prov. 14:23). And he didn't talk just to talk. He knew very well what it was to work, for he built houses, planted vineyards, made gardens and ponds, and also built cities (1 Kings 9:19; Eccl. 2: 4-6). Without a doubt, he had to work very hard. And sure, Solomon was satisfied to a certain degree, but he knew that was not enough to be happy. Furthermore, he did many things for Jehovah. For example, he oversaw the construction of a beautiful temple to worship Jehovah, a work that took seven years (1 Kings 6:38; 9:1). After doing so many different things in his life, he realized that spiritual activities are the most important. He wrote: “After hearing everything, the conclusion is this: he fears the true God and obeys his commandments” (Eccl. 12:13).

What did Jesus do to keep work in place?

Jesus was a hard-working man. When he was young, he was a carpenter (Mark 6:3). He was sure that his parents appreciated the help he gave them to cover the needs of such a large family. And, since he was a perfect man, he could do perfect jobs, so he probably had many clients. We can imagine Jesus enjoying his work. But he did not let it steal the time he needed for spiritual matters (John 7:15). And when he was already a full-time minister he gave this advice: “Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that lasts and leads to eternal life” (John 6:27). And in the Sermon on the Mount he said, “Lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven” (Matt. 6:20).

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