[Guest blogger: Rev. Ronald Benjamin]
We are rather cautious about the subject of riches, especially when it is connected to godliness. Jesus has said some of the most cutting things about the potential of material possession. He was not apologetic or afraid that others would be offended when he said "You cannot serve God and money".
You can tell what one's god is by the place it is given in conversation and thought. "Where your treasure is there your heart will be also." The sin of idolatry has not disappeared. The gods are increasing and more people are pledging their allegiance to them.
What is rather tragic is the embracing of idolatry under the guise of Christianity. Simply put, when one desires the blessings instead of the "Blesser"; sees the things received as more valuable than the One who has given them; is grateful for the product instead of being thankful to the Provider, that person is in the throes of idolatry. No apology.
RB
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