Podcasts about covetousness

By Pastor Dan Nash

Elder Luis Rodriguez

Sunday Morning Main Message Aug 31,2025.

Covetousness is to desire to take what belongs to others for oneself. Let us turn our hearts away from the world and its pleasures towards Jesus, in whom we find our fulfillment, that we may live in love for God and our neighbours.

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Covetousness is a subtle, but serious, sin that is not often discussed. Yet Scripture says something about it. In this study, Evangelist Jacob Holman continues to examine Biblical truths about covetousness, its forms, and the answer to covetousness.

What if the greatest threat to your spiritual life isn't something loud and obvious, but something quiet, subtle, and living in your own heart? In Exodus 20:17, God warns us about the insidious danger of covetousness—a desire that can ignite like a powder keg, leading to a chain reaction of sin. In this message, we uncover how coveting destroys, how contentment protects, and why learning to trust God's wisdom can uproot countless evils from our lives. Discover the ultimate Christian virtue that can bring freedom, peace, and joy no matter your circumstances.1) The insidiousness of covetousness2) The powder keg of covetousness3) The kryptonite for covetousnessText: Exodus 20:17

Covetousness is a subtle, but serious, sin that we don't often discuss. Yet Scripture says something about it. In the first of a two-part study, Evangelist Jacob Holman explores Biblical truths about covetousness, its definition, and the problem.

Pornography isn't just present in our culture—it's pervasive. The average age of first exposure is 11 for boys, and around 12–13 for girls. About 67% of men and 41% of women view porn at least occasionally. Even in the church, over half of practicing Christians admit to using it, and 67% of pastors have struggled with it—18% currently. The biggest issue? 82% of Christians say no one is helping them. This isn't just a "worldly" issue—it's a tsunami hitting the church. But porn thrives in silence. So, we need to talk about it honestly, embracing the "messy middle"—holding two truths in tension:Porn is an addictive sin that devastates families.Porn is a shortcut that numbs our God-given desires for pleasure and intimacy.1. Porn is an addictive sin.Scripture clearly calls out sexual immorality (porneia) as sin (Colossians 3:5). Porn objectifies people and becomes idolatry—worshiping creation over the Creator. It's not just spiritually harmful; it's mentally and emotionally addictive, rewiring the brain and damaging relationships (1 Cor. 6:18).How it devastates families:Hurts your family tree: Trauma and addiction can leave epigenetic footprints passed to future generations (Exodus 34:7).Creates unrealistic expectations: Porn fosters dissatisfaction with real-life partners and intimacy (Ecclesiastes 9:9).Harms children: Young girls wrestle with distorted self-worth, while boys absorb years of misinformation about sex before marriage.Exploits performers: Many in the industry suffer mental health issues and traumatic backgrounds. Watching porn often means consuming someone else's pain.2. Porn numbs God-given desires.God created us with desires for pleasure and intimacy, but porn offers counterfeit versions—pleasure without fulfillment, intimacy without connection (Proverbs 27:20). Porn silences but never satisfies. People don't view porn because they're bad, but because they've let it hijack their desires.Freedom is possible. The battle plan: Repent, Replace, and Relate.Repent – Turn from sin and toward God (Acts 3:19).Replace – Remove access to porn and renew your mind (Romans 12:2, Matthew 5:29). Married couples should embrace real intimacy (1 Corinthians 7:2-5).Relate – Build accountability with others (James 5:16) and deepen your walk with the Holy Spirit (Galatians 5:16). Don't deny your desires—let Jesus redeem them.SummaryPorn traffics in pleasure without purpose and intimacy without love. But Jesus offers real freedom—not just forgiveness, but power to overcome. You don't need a counterfeit when you can have the real thing: true love, intimacy, and freedom.Are you willing to follow Jesus into the messy middle?

The Tenth Sunday After Trinity 24-August-2025 Sermon Text: Jeremiah 8:4-12/ The 10th Commandment Sermon Theme: “The Tenth Commandment: The Decay Covetousness Brings!” I. Trust Your God Given Calling.(vs.4-6) II. Beware Of Coveting Your Neighbor's Calling!(vs.7-9) III. Repent And Follow Jesus! (Vs.10-12) by Rev. Nathan J. Rusert

Michael Martin - Main Message

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This is a message given us by pastor Jeff Friesen in Creston, BC, Canada. He deals with covetousness out of Hebrews 13:5, and how our foundation should be on Christ, and that's our foundation, we will never be covetous. This is the first message preached at a preacher's fellowship hosted by BFBC.

By Monte Kim Boykin - When GOD determined to legislate 10 specific Commandments that would govern human relationships between both HIMSELF and one another, HE insightfully decided to end the list with a final commandment against “Covetousness.” This sermon reviews in detail the 10th Commandment, in terms of definition

The Danger Of Breaking The Tenth. CovetousnessNot much is said about the 10th commandment in the west these days, but the disregard of this simple concept has led to much destruction.

Bribes, threats and violence takeover. #addictions Indoctrination to carnal things. Not rules but Bible teaching. The Voice in the Wilderness does not endorse any link or other material found at buzzsprout.More at https://www.thevoiceinthewilderness.org/

God hasn't changed; Weakened nature of mankind; Connecting the biblical message; Tree of Knowledge; Revelation; Answered prayers; Holy Spirit?; Emotion?; Hebrews; Bondage; Between Kadesh and Shur; "Abimelech" = father king; Son of God?; Exposing corruption; Temples; Relevance of the bible today; Honoring parents; Property tax; Gen 27:29 untranslated "" - worship; Covetous practices; Gen 27:29 Isaac's expected blessing; From who?; Melchizedek - righteous king of peace; "Citizen"; Rights and responsibilities; Bow down?; From "shen-chet-hey"?; Faith?; Believing with open eyes; "Barak"?; "Sheba" = seven = satisfaction; Haran - hey-resh-nun; Show up for others; One purse; Freewill offerings only; Are you doing the will of God?; Knowing Jesus; "chet-vav-hey" (make known); Abraham's learning; Job 15:17; Vain knowledge; Unprofitable talk; Repentance; Taking back responsibilities; Altars; What God likes; Casting off fear?; Restraining prayer; Coping?; Making emotion your god; Seeing yourself; Reason; Covetous practices; Duality of meaning; "parched"; Drinking iniquity; Unrighteous mammon; Do you want your neighbor to be as free as you?; Why you owe taxes; No coveting!; Beersheba - well of satisfaction; Righteousness; Respecting persons; Not to be that way with you; Serving the people; Mt 20:16; Mt 23:12; Being your brother's keeper?; "Faith"; Making the Old Testament a living message; Imaginary belief in Jesus; Heb 5:5; Order of Melchizedek; Understanding the basics of caring; Covetousness is anti-peace; Conviction in spirit and truth; Pure Religion; Voluntary love; "Logos" of Christ; Keys of the Kingdom; Addiction to benefits; Knowing the real Christ; Isa 42:16; Isa 30:20 hard times; Inheritance requirements; Pray God will set you free; Mt 13:13; OT allegory; Jacob's ladder; Abandoning God; The fault of the soul; Mt 15:14; Lambing story; John 9:39; Christ's system; Where is Christ's church?; Lk 6:39; Be like Christ!

Melchizedek School of Priesthood | Jul 17, 2025 Your spiritual life operates exactly like a smartphone battery, and you need to understand that most believers - possibly including yourself - are functioning at critically low levels around 0.5% capacity. This explains why you struggle to access the supernatural realities that should define your daily Christian experience. When your phone drops below 20%, it switches to low power mode, limiting features and performance. Similarly, when your spiritual battery runs low, you lose access to faith, miracles, divine encounters, and the supernatural authority that belongs to every believer. The root issue isn't that you lack these capabilities - they're hardwired into your spiritual inheritance through Christ's finished work. The problem is that you're living a lifestyle that systematically drains your spiritual battery while charging your soul toward worldly desires. Every day, entertainment, social media, worldly pleasures, and the cares of this age transmit electrical energy to your soul that makes you love this world while simultaneously dulling your spiritual senses toward God's word. These influences create an invisible force field around your heart that prevents God's word from penetrating and producing the faith necessary for supernatural living. You must recognize that what modern Christianity calls "revival" is simply believers functioning at their intended capacity. The early church didn't have special privileges you lack - they simply refused to live spiritually uncharged lives. Angel visitations, miraculous healings, raising the dead, supernatural protection, and divine manifestations were so normal that when Peter was supernaturally released from prison, the church assumed it was his angel at the door. When Paul raised Eutychus from the dead, they broke bread and continued the meeting. When Paul was stoned to death and stood up again, it was normal among the saints because they understood they weren't ordinary people. The solution requires breaking your current relationship with time spent in God's presence through extended periods of prayer and fasting. Start with six-hour prayer sessions, building toward twelve hours. This isn't about earning spiritual gifts or paying prices for supernatural manifestations - it's about charging your spiritual battery so you can access what already belongs to you. Just as you charge your phone daily to unlock its features, you must charge your spiritual life to experience the supernatural realities Jesus promised would follow every believer. Begin where you are, even if that means starting with just minutes of focused prayer in the Spirit. Build gradually from two minutes to fifteen, then thirty, then one hour, eventually reaching six-hour stretches. Schedule these sessions weekly, treating them not as extraordinary spiritual achievements but as basic maintenance for your spiritual health. Find accountability partners who share this vision for authentic Christian living. The forces of this age will resist your attempts to live this charged lifestyle because they lose their influence when you operate at full spiritual capacity. Many will try to convince you that extended prayer and fasting are unnecessary, that relationship with God doesn't require such intensity, or that you should balance spiritual pursuits with worldly enjoyment. These voices - whether from well-meaning believers or your own comfort-seeking nature - are the very influences keeping you at low spiritual capacity. Recognize that hunger for God should be the baseline of your Christian existence, not an exceptional trait. If you're comfortable in your current spiritual state, your hunger is already fading. True spiritual vitality manifests as an almost ferocious pursuit of God - raw, organic, and untamed. The creatures around God's throne cry out continuously, and this vicious desire for God should characterize your approach to spiritual life. Break free from the spiritual mediocrity that has become normalized in modern Christianity. Refuse to accept a powerless Christian life as somehow balanced or humble. Your spiritual inheritance includes authority over demons, immunity to harmful substances, miraculous healings, and supernatural abilities that defy natural laws. These aren't rewards for super-spiritual people - they're standard equipment for every believer walking in proper spiritual charge. As you consistently practice this charged lifestyle, you'll discover that the supernatural becomes as natural as water flowing. Stories of levitation, transfiguration, divine encounters, and miraculous interventions will shift from rare exceptions to commonplace experiences. 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Larry Zook - Sunday Morning main message

Abound from Covetousness by Bible Baptist Church - Brookings, SD

What's at stake in fleeing covetousness and fighting for contentment in future grace is eternal life.

Good morning my good friend! It's a great day in JESUS CHRIST the Saviour of the world. Amen. DAY 305 ☕️ LAST BOOK — Beware of covetousness.—JC. ★ Support this podcast ★

Covetousness can lead us away from our faith and bring us into idolatry! We need to be wary not to let it lead us astray. Let's learn to be thankful for what we have, and happy for what others get!

Beware - Lesson 6 - Beware of Covetousness - Wednesday Evening 06-04-25

We all want the best for our kids, but knowing what's truly best isn't always easy.You've probably heard it—or said it yourself: “I just want my kids to have what I didn't.” It sounds noble, but it can sometimes lead to financial trouble. Today, we'll talk with Dr. Art Rainer about how that mindset can push parents into debt.Dr. Art Rainer is the founder of the Institute for Christian Financial Health and Christian Money Solutions. He is a regular contributor here at Faith & Finance and the author of Money in the Light of Eternity: What the Bible Says about Your Financial Purpose.6 Things That Can Lead Loving Parents Into DebtRaising kids is one of the most joyful and rewarding callings in life, but it can also be financially challenging. As parents, we want to give our children the best: opportunities, experiences, and resources that help them flourish. But sometimes, even with the best intentions, we can fall into financial traps that lead to debt.Here are six common ways loving parents may unintentionally sabotage their finances—and how to avoid them.1. Trying to Keep Up with the JonesesIt's a familiar struggle: your neighbor buys designer clothes for their kids or sends them to an elite private school, and suddenly you feel the need to do the same. But appearances can be deceiving—many people fund their lifestyle with debt. Chasing someone else's standard is a never-ending race, and the finish line keeps moving. Be cautious of modeling your spending after others who may not be living within their means.2. Falling into the Social Media Comparison TrapSocial media only shows the highlight reel. Perfect family vacations, overachieving kids, and pristine homes can tempt you to measure your life against a filtered illusion. These comparisons can spark discontentment and drive unnecessary purchases just to keep up appearances or ease the guilt of not "measuring up." Be mindful of how much your scrolling influences your spending.3. Believing Your Kids Need to Have It AllFrom travel teams to private lessons and elite camps, extracurricular activities have become a costly arms race. While these opportunities can be beneficial, they shouldn't come at the expense of your financial health. Don't believe the lie that your child will fall behind if they don't do everything. It's okay to say no, for the sake of your budget and your family's peace.4. Prioritizing Career Success Over Character DevelopmentThere's nothing wrong with wanting your children to succeed in school and in life, but academic or career accomplishments should never come at the cost of neglecting their hearts. Investing in your child's character, through time, guidance, and godly instruction, often requires less money but more intentional effort. And in the end, it matters far more.5. Overcompensating for What You Didn't HaveIf you lacked certain things growing up, it's natural to want your kids to have more. Whether it was a nicer bike, newer clothes, or a first car, those memories can shape how you respond as a parent. But giving in to every request—even on credit—can backfire. Love doesn't always mean saying “yes.” Sometimes it means exercising the wisdom to say “not right now.”6. Forgetting the Value of Doing WithoutNot getting what you wanted as a kid may have helped you grow. Maybe you learned creativity, resilience, or the value of work through those experiences. Don't rob your children of the same opportunity. Saying no might actually prepare them better for life than always saying yes.Loving your children doesn't mean giving them everything. It means stewarding your finances in a way that honors God and serves your family's long-term well-being. Avoiding debt is one of the best gifts you can give your children—it provides stability, models wisdom, and frees your family to give generously.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I called about our whole life insurance policy. We've paid for 10 years and only have 19,000 saved with a 150,000 death benefit. My husband provides most of our income.What is the best first credit card for my college-aged daughter?Can I work and collect my full Social Security, or is there a wage cap that I need to worry about? 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Context of Genesis; Hammurabi?; Ruling over other men - offices of power; King of Sodom; Aleph-mem-resh-phe-lamed = sayer of darkness; Disliking Hammurabi codes; Representatives vs lawmakers; Your relationship with government; Covetousness; Biting neighbor with the teeth of government; "Citizen"; "Shinar" = Babylon? Shin-nun-ayin-resh; Goyim = other nations; "Bera" son of evil; Families of God = generations; Rebellion of kings; Meanings in names; "Moses"; Becoming merchandise; Appetites for benefits at others' expense; Blood lickers; Seeing the whole truth; Lot in Sodom; Theme of the bible - being free souls under God's authority; vs Men who want to be God for you; "Hebrew"; Legal vs Lawful Title; The solution; Setting the captive free; Going the way of righteousness; "brother"; "Mamre" mem-resh - not just a location; Abraham = Hebrew = wanderer = not subject = free soul; In spirit and truth; "confederate"; Freewill offerings; Freeing people; shin-vav-heh = to agree; Righteous charity; Melchizedek; Taxation; Walking with Holy Spirit; Bread and wine?; Shem; Why Sodom was destroyed; Fleshpots; Charity-based social welfare; Use tax = Usury; Linking Genesis to Jesus; One purse government; Legal title; Permits; "Goyim"; Dictators; Idol worship; Servant ministers; Pure Religion; Lot's lot; Lacking faith; Repent and seek kingdom of God; How to get out of bondage; Christ's commands; Ps 91:1; Abraham, Moses and Christ in agreement; Gen 15:17 vision; Smoke and furnace; Mammon - righteous and unrighteous; Way of the world - force, fear and fealty; Learning to be Israel; God's simple way; Universal income?; Cost of liberty; Circumcision of your heart; Join us on the Living Network.

Series: 2025 Theme - Living Morally in an Immoral WorldService: Sun AMType: SermonSpeaker: Campbell, Justin

Context of Genesis; Hammurabi?; Ruling over other men - offices of power; King of Sodom; Aleph-mem-resh-phe-lamed = sayer of darkness; Disliking Hammurabi codes; Representatives vs lawmakers; Your relationship with government; Covetousness; Biting neighbor with the teeth of government; "Citizen"; "Shinar" = Babylon? Shin-nun-ayin-resh; Goyim = other nations; "Bera" son of evil; Families of God = generations; Rebellion of kings; Meanings in names; "Moses"; Becoming merchandise; Appetites for benefits at others' expense; Blood lickers; Seeing the whole truth; Lot in Sodom; Theme of the bible - being free souls under God's authority; vs Men who want to be God for you; "Hebrew"; Legal vs Lawful Title; The solution; Setting the captive free; Going the way of righteousness; "brother"; "Mamre" mem-resh - not just a location; Abraham = Hebrew = wanderer = not subject = free soul; In spirit and truth; "confederate"; Freewill offerings; Freeing people; shin-vav-heh = to agree; Righteous charity; Melchizedek; Taxation; Walking with Holy Spirit; Bread and wine?; Shem; Why Sodom was destroyed; Fleshpots; Charity-based social welfare; Use tax = Usury; Linking Genesis to Jesus; One purse government; Legal title; Permits; "Goyim"; Dictators; Idol worship; Servant ministers; Pure Religion; Lot's lot; Lacking faith; Repent and seek kingdom of God; How to get out of bondage; Christ's commands; Ps 91:1; Abraham, Moses and Christ in agreement; Gen 15:17 vision; Smoke and furnace; Mammon - righteous and unrighteous; Way of the world - force, fear and fealty; Learning to be Israel; God's simple way; Universal income?; Cost of liberty; Circumcision of your heart; Join us on the Living Network.

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Marriage is a beautiful picture of Christ and his bride the church. With that picture in mind, it's healthy and wise to want to make our marriages the best they can be, where both parties serve, love and honor each other well. But what are the dangers of taking instruction from social media and how should we approach marriage in real time, when the camera isn't on and there is no audience but God? All this and more, on a new episode of the podcast.

Covetousness is the subject of the tenth commandment, a command against an inner desire and a real problem for us all. In Luke 12:13–34, Jesus addresses this sin with the medicine of barns and birds, God's kingdom and God's pleasure. God's kingdom is better than ours. Which one are you seeking?

Gods many; Ruling judges; Which god do you worship (serve)?; Two "worlds"; Constitutions; Legal systems; Governing ourselves; "Shechem"; Circumcision?; Living God's way; Nimrod the hunter?; "Leaven"; Making the word of God to none effect; Baptism?; The Temple Laver; Hyrcanus and Aristobulus; Death of Zachariah; Sacrificing; Gen 17:4; Antisemitism?; Sons of Shem; Melchizedek; Good sons; Following Abraham; Corban?; Agreement with Egypt; Becoming Israel; Gen 18:1; "plains" of Mamre; 3 men?; nun-tzdek-biet+yod+mem (stood by); Divine spark; Referencing spirit; Where is Holy Spirit leading you?; Learning the Tree of Life; "Elder"; Church jobs; Hunters and Shepherds; Reading the bible; Testing forgiveness; Entertaining angels; Understanding societal relationships; v9 Sarah; Bible translators; Robbing Christ's Church; Sarah's denial; Fear not!; Lacking faith; Cry of Sodom and Gomorrah; Bargaining for Sodom; LORD and Lord; Today's politics; Seeing divine spark; Blessing from Shem; Abraham's case; Sin of Sodom; Aleph-lamad-vav; Plains and Oaks?; Walking in Spirit and Truth; The sin of Sodom; Weakening the poor; Long, fat breadlines; The need for challenge; Giving life; "Mamre" mem-mem-resh-aleph; Rebellion?; Understanding Abraham; Church of Constantine in Milan - ordered baptism; Blood money; Mixing iron and clay; Anti-Christian ministers; Welfare snares; Legal charity; Willful ignorance; "Mara" mem-resh-aleph - not spirit and truth; Beyond rebellion; Covetousness; Consequences; Job 39:18; Job 39:9; Revealing required corruption; Unicorn; Instant Christians; Zeph 3:1; Revealed lies; Becoming merchandise; False freedom; Opening eyes; Who is your savoir?; Sour grapes; The Harlot; Sloth; Gather and care for one another.

As we talk about Greed, Covetousness, and Envy this week, how do we reconcile the expression of Jealousy seen in God at multiple points in the Old Testament? Join us today to learn more.Be sure to come back every Tuesday for new episodes and Thursday for bonus content, and find us on the following platforms as well:Find us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/oneanotherpodcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@oneanotherpodcast?si=7-JJ9raR9Fr0cQ9bFind us on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4RGIMhed26LZsl9TI56yPN?si=2924a1be839549b9Find us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-another/id1797190030

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The Lord Jesus once said, "one's life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions" (Luke 12:18)--and yet, our sinful hearts so often guide our eyes to longingly gaze with Greed, Covetousness, and Envy upon the things of the earth which we think will make us complete... but "what does it profit a man to gain the whole world and forfeit his soul?" (Mark 8:36). Rather, the man who lays up treasures for himself on this earth "is not rich toward God" (Luke 12:21).As we dive into these three sins in this episode, how do we define and differentiate them... or should we? What are some characteristic ways that we see them in the lives of men and women of the faith, and how does Christ's atoning work and saving grace give us the strength to fight these temptations? Join us in our second-to-last topic this episode, and don't forget to voice your comments and questions!Be sure to come back every Tuesday for new episodes and Thursday for bonus content, and find us on the following platforms as well:Find us on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/oneanotherpodcast?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Find us on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@oneanotherpodcast?si=7-JJ9raR9Fr0cQ9bFind us on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4RGIMhed26LZsl9TI56yPN?si=2924a1be839549b9Find us on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-another/id1797190030

Peculiar story of Abraham; Ur to Haran; Hebrew language - written to be read; Latin; Covetousness = idolatry; Family lineage; Name changes; Graft and corruption; Moneychangers; Sacrifice; "Leaven"; Cain and Abel; Altar purposes; Atheists?; Terah the organizer; Alexander the great; Genghis Kahn; Patterns of government; God's way; Gen 17:1; aleph-nun-yod; "walk" = hey+tav+hey-lamad-kof; Jacob walking in the spirit/faith; Covenant with God; Living by faith; Following false Christs; Welfare snares; Minutemen for each other; Choosing your way; "Perfect" offerings; Deut 18:13; Caring for neighbor; Deut 25:15; Dreams; Lk 6:4 Perfect as his master; Laying down your life; Learning to be Israel; Covenant = beit-resh-yod-tav+yod; Spirit and Truth; Daily ministration; Gen 17:4 Explaining to Abram; +hey+mem = Abraham (Father of many nations); "Kings"; Gen 17:7 Establishing the covenant; "Canaan" those following Nimrod; "Samad" destroyer?; "Give" nun-tav-nun - continuous; Repentance; "Seed" vav-lamad-zayin-resh yod kof; aleph-tav = relationship between God and man in faith; Possessing the land; Circumcision; Lev 10:16; of the heart; Knowing what to believe; Moving in Spirit; Divine spark; "token" of the covenant; Sarai to Sarah; Barak - biet-resh-kof = Blessing; Getting back to the light; Sarah model; Understanding bible meaning; "Thummim"; Tav-mem(+yod)-mem faith; Completeness; Abraham's laugh; Knowing by fruits; Physical token; Abraham's new societal structure; Ex 28:30; Double faith; "Urim" light and fire; Awakening; Gathering in tens, hundreds and thousands; What is your corruption?; "Perfect"; Bondage of Egypt; Discovering the solution; Being fruitful; Draw near to God.

This world will tell you that you must climb the social ladder and gain popularity. This is so backward from who the Bible says you must be! Today, Pastor Bill says you can't control what other people do, but you must control your thoughts and hate covetousness. According to scripture, those who hate covetousness will have abundant lives! Even if everyone around you is seeking more, ask yourself, “Do I need more, or am I okay where I'm at?” Covetousness will always lead you down a path of discontentment.

This world will tell you that you must climb the social ladder and gain popularity. This is so backward from who the Bible says you must be! Today, Pastor Bill says you can't control what other people do, but you must control your thoughts and hate covetousness. According to scripture, those who hate covetousness will have abundant lives! Even if everyone around you is seeking more, ask yourself, “Do I need more, or am I okay where I'm at?” Covetousness will always lead you down a path of discontentment.

In today's fast-paced world of cryptocurrency booms, sports betting apps, and market volatility, it's easy to blur the lines between investing and gambling. Some even suggest they're essentially the same: putting money at risk in hopes of a reward. But that's a serious oversimplification—and it misses what sets these two activities apart, not just financially but morally and biblically.Let's examine closely how Scripture, wisdom, and faith guide us in thinking rightly about risk, wealth, and the difference between gambling and godly investing.Surface Similarities, Foundational DifferencesYes, both investing and gambling involve uncertainty. But the nature, purpose, and outcome of that uncertainty reveal a stark contrast.Investing is thoughtful risk—measured, intentional, and directed toward long-term growth and productivity. It's about building something: a business, a future, a legacy. Gambling, on the other hand, is a zero-sum game. One person's win always comes at another's loss. There's no product created, no value added—just money changing hands, often driven by chance.Scripture doesn't condemn risk itself. In fact, Ecclesiastes 11:1 encourages wise, forward-looking activity:“Cast your bread upon the waters, for you will find it after many days.”Farmers sow in faith, business owners launch ventures without knowing outcomes, and faithful stewards invest, trusting God while using His resources wisely.At its best, investing helps others flourish. When you invest in a company, you support its ability to hire employees, create products, and expand services. It contributes to the real economy. This aligns with the biblical call to participate in the common good and steward what we've been given.In contrast, gambling thrives on imbalance. Its business model depends on extracting wealth from those who can least afford to lose it. According to numerous studies, gambling establishments disproportionately profit from those in financial distress. That's not just unfortunate—it's unjust.Scripture speaks clearly on this:“Ill-gotten gains do not profit anyone, but righteousness rescues from death.” - Proverbs 10:2 “Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed.” - Isaiah 1:17When we gamble, we're often not just risking money—we may be supporting an industry that profits from injustice and preys on desperation.Faithful Investing Is an Act of StewardshipIn the Parable of the Talents (Matthew 25:14–30), Jesus praises servants who wisely multiply what was entrusted to them. This wasn't a message about maximizing profits—it was about faithfulness. The servants who acted wisely weren't gamblers but stewards who took action with the Master's interests in mind.That's the heart of Christian investing: not chasing gains but multiplying God's resources to serve others and glorify Him.As stewards, we ask not just what we invest in but why. Are we motivated by generosity or greed? By love for neighbor or love of money?Gambling feeds on a dangerous lie: “If I just get lucky, everything will be better.” It exploits our dissatisfaction and fuels a restless craving for more.But the Bible calls us to contentment, not a compulsive pursuit of wealth.“Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.'” - Hebrews 13:5That warning doesn't apply only to gamblers. Even investing, when driven by fear or pride, can become a spiritual trap. Hoarding under the guise of saving. Obsessing over returns instead of resting in God's provision. That's why heart-checks are essential: Am I trusting in God—or in my portfolio?Gambling Turns Money into a God—Investing Can Turn It into a ToolJesus was clear:“You cannot serve both God and money.” - Matthew 6:24Gambling often makes money the master—something to chase, fear, and idolize. But investing, done with a kingdom mindset, makes money a servant—something to steward and direct toward God's purposes.That's why investing should never be seen as a get-rich-quick scheme. It's a long-term discipline rooted in wisdom, patience, and generosity. It's a way of preparing for the future while contributing to the flourishing of others today.Here's the bottom line: how we handle money is never just a financial issue—it's a spiritual one.Gambling often reflects distrust in God's provision and a desire for quick fixes. When done right, investing reflects wisdom, contentment, and a desire to serve.Here are a few reflective questions to consider:Am I making financial decisions out of fear or faith?Is my heart set on what money can do—or on what God has already done?Do I view my investments as a way to bless others or simply benefit myself?Your Security Is in Christ, Not in ReturnsIn today's uncertain economy, it's tempting to look for shortcuts or put our trust in performance. But real peace doesn't come from perfect financial planning—it comes from knowing the One who holds your future.Whether you're investing, giving, saving, or simply getting by, remember:Your ultimate treasure isn't in the stock market or your net worth—it's in Christ.As you steward God's resources, don't chase the illusion of easy wealth. Instead, pursue faithfulness, justice, and generosity.That's not just wise investing. That's worship.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I have a question about what I actually need to do as far as whether we look at an estate attorney, whether we look at a CPA, whether we look at a financial planner. We have several homes and investments and want to create a trust, but we just don't know which direction to go with it.I want to know if our portfolio is conservative enough. We have about $900,000 to $1 million in property. 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Kingdom of God - seek it and righteousness; Common themes of Old and New testament; Jacob vs Israel?; Loins out of joint?; Making Israel stink; Praying with supplication; Gen 10:16; Amorites; Bondage of Egypt; "Corvee"; Bible about government; Sloth leads to tribute; Consent; Socialism vs capitalism; Morality?; Repentance; Removing delusion; Learning to be Israel; Denominational Jews?; Hiding and fleeing from God; Identity; What are you missing?; Understanding "leaven"; Gen 50:1; Relationship of Family; Roman revolution; Republic; Volunteerism; Governments of Cain, Nimrod, Sumer, Egypt…; Strengthening by persecution; Importance of Family; "biet-kuf-hey" (Wept); Sphinx?; Joseph's request of Pharoah; Wrestling with God; "Elders"; Corporation of God; Mourning Jacob; "Threshing floor"; Getting the basics; Gen 13:2; Classes of citizens; Corruption; Saul: first king in Israel; Recognizing congregationalism vs kingdom; Vengeance; Freewill offerings; Jacob's command to Joseph; Forgiveness; Knowing yourself; Coming together as families; Christ's alternative system; Loving our enemy; Juries; Early Rome mimicking Israel; Excusing immorality; Death of Joseph; Land of Israel; Property tax?; Abraham's altars; "licking" blood; Modern vs Early Church; Religion; Doctrines; Covetousness; "One purse"; Social safety net?; What do you really own?; Moral bondage?; Electing new Sauls; Legal charity; Coming to the aid of your neighbor; Early Church ministers; "Not of this world"; Christ's system = charity alone; World system = force; Following Christ's way; Your daily bread; Lacking knowledge; Living altars; 1 Sam 8; Social Security; Christ's commands; Charity = Love, The truth shall set you free.

The abundant life is a life lived with eternal values. Jesus taught we need to value the spiritual more than the physical, and the eternal more than the temporal. He cautioned us to take heed and beware of greed. Covetousness is the enemy of contentment. It's the lust for more no matter how much you have. Your jealousy shows your idolatry. You're jealous of another and covetous of what they have because they have more of your idol than you do of your idol. You cannot value what God values and give Him your full attention while you are consumed by the distractions of our culture. You can be full of all the world's success and stuff temporarily and forever bankrupt eternally. Contentment is being satisfied with what God has given you, and godliness with contentment is great gain. What does it mean to be “rich” toward God? To be truly rich means to treasure the eternal—the Word of God, the souls of men, and God's eternal kingdom. To live a life of eternal value you must live for things that last forever! Living abundantly means living for the things that last eternally. Take inventory of your heart to find things that you idolize. Your idols will never serve you, but you will forever serve them. The rewards of heaven are greater than the rewards and recognition of this world. Join Pastor Phil as he teaches on how godliness with contentment is great gain! ● Connect with us on Social Media ↴ Facebook: / abundantlifels Instagram: / abundantlifels ● Connect with Pastor Phil ↴ Facebook: / philhopperkc Instagram: / philhopper_kc Web: https://livingproof.co/resources/books/ ● Learn more about the A-Life Discipleship Journey: https://alife.livingproof.co/ More information on our sermons: https://livingproof.co/sermons/ Do you want to see your life changed by Jesus? Visit our website: https://livingproof.co/ #AbundantLife #Sermon #Jesus #John10:10 #Godliness

Getting out of your bed in the morning requires motivation. Doing your work requires motivation. Sacrificing for your spouse the way God asks us to, requires motivation.   You may be motivated by external forces like your boss, achieving certain bank account numbers, or a personal feeling of accomplishment. Those aren't necessarily bad. But if you're having trouble with motivation for the things that are most important in your life: God, marriage, kids... this episode is for you.    There are two encouragements Jesus gives us that can really help with your motivation to do what is most important:    1- The parable of the Three Servants (Matt 25: 14 - 28)   2- Come to me and I will give you rest -- the burden I give you is light (Matt 11: 28 - 30)   The parable talks of three servants entrusted with money while the master went on a long trip. One was entrusted with 5 bags of silver, another with 2 bags of silver and the last with 1 bag of silver. When the master returned, two of the three had "worked" and "invested" which doubled their silver. But the servant with just 1 bag didn't even try. He was in self-pity, covetousness and fear. The master called him wicked and lazy.    May we not fall into the trap of  a - Self-pity: aka pride, because we SHOULD have a better circumstance. God SHOULD have given us better.  b - Covetousness: looking at someone else's perceived lot in life and crave it c - Fear: Our perspective of God is harsh and unfair so we are paralyzed to try.    Instead, let us look forward to hearing our master's praise. Let us be motivated by the anticipation of seeing God on that day say "well done!" and lavish praise on us for doing what He has asked us to do with what He has entrusted to us.   If this feels like such a heavy weight right now, I want you to be encouraged by the second portion of scripture where Jesus invites us to come to Him with our burdens. And learn from Him. And gain insight on what He ACTUALLY is asking of us. Not to carry the whole world -- but to gain insight into what His burden for us to carry actually is -- which Jesus says "is light".    Come to Him with your burden.    Don't let the enemy tempt you with self-pity, coveting, or fear. Instead, come to Jesus and gain His strength so you can hear "Well done! Good. Faithful. Servant".   In the episode, I give practical outworkings of all of this and I hope it's an episode that will give you a pep in your step and a zing of motivation to do what God is asking of you in your relationship with Him, in your relationship with your spouse and those entrusted to your care.    Love and Blessings, Belah

“I have learned, in whatever state I am, therewith to be content.” — Philippians 4:11 These words show us that contentment is not a natural propensity of man. “Ill weeds grow apace.” Covetousness, discontent, and murmuring are as natural to man as thorns are to the soil. We need not sow thistles and brambles; they […]