“Where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” (Matthew 6:21) The Danger of Affluence by Larry Burkett It is not necessary to live poorly to serve the Lord. The only people who think poverty is spiritual are those who haven’t tried it. But, just as certainly, it is clear from God’s Word that […]
“Before destruction the heart of man is haughty, but humility goes before honor.” (Proverbs 18:12) Escaping the Pride Trap by Larry Burkett I think Robert Burton said it best when he wrote, “They are proud in humility, proud in that they are not proud.” Does that sound like anyone you know? How do you break out […]
“Do you see a man skilled in his work? He will stand before kings; He will not stand before obscure men.” (Proverbs 22:29) Hard Work: Reward Enough? by Larry Burkett Work plays a very important role in our lives as believers. It provides the opportunity to put into practice spiritual principles that otherwise would be mere […]
“Everyone who is proud in heart is an abomination to the Lord; assuredly, he will not be unpunished.” (Proverbs 16:5) Recognizing Pride by Larry Burkett Pride is what caused Satan’s eternal ruin and it is also what led Saul astray. When we take things into our own hands, it becomes easier to disobey God. Once we […]
“Without consultation, plans are frustrated, but with many counselors they succeed.” (Proverbs 15:22) Be Accountable by Larry Burkett We need to be accountable to others, so that when we stray off the path they will correct us. Unfortunately, many Christians are accountable to no one because they don’t have to be. This is particularly true of […]
“Four things on earth are small, yet they are extremely wise: Ants are creatures of little strength, yet they store up their food in the summer.” (Proverbs 30:24-25 NIV) Short-Term Planning by Chuck Bentley One of the noblest characteristics of ants is the way they plan for the future by storing food in good times for […]
“Have this attitude [mind] in yourselves which was also in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 2:5) The Mind of Christ by Larry Burkett In order to have the mind of Christ, I believe we must separate ourselves from the wicked influences of the world. This means that you literally turn off the television when something comes on […]
“Put away from you a deceitful mouth, and put devious lips far from you.” (Proverbs 4:24) Hypocrisy by Larry Burkett There is nothing more devastating to a believer’s life than to look spiritual but live in defeat. The immediate consequence is the loss of esteem in the eyes of loved ones, close friends, and business […]
“He who conceals his transgressions will not prosper, but he who confesses and forsakes them will find compassion” (Proverbs 28:13) Temptation to Deceive by Larry Burkett No one is immune to the temptation to deceive, particularly when money is concerned. Some people establish their responses prior to the situation and are able to resist, not on […]
“A worthless person, a wicked man, is the one who walks with a false mouth, who winks with his eyes, who signals with his feet, who points with his fingers.” (Proverbs 6:12-13) How Deceit Destroys by Larry Burkett Deceit is an external, visible expression of inner spiritual flaws. The most devastating loss associated with deceit is the […]
