This is illustrated in the history of two kings, Croesus, King of Lydia, born in 590 B.C., had immense wealth & lived luxuriously. He filled his house with all manner of costly treasures. He thought he was the happiest of mortals.
Solon, one of the seven wise men of Greece, paid him a visit
& was received into a magnificent chamber. Solon showed no surprise or
admiration. The king, angry at his indifference, asked Solon, “Why do you not
think me the most truly happy?”
Solon replied: “No man can be esteemed truly happy but he
whose happiness God continues to the end of his life.”
Cyrus, noted for his liberality, was a king loved by his
people. He was rich but gave much away. “My treasures,” he said, “are the
hearts & affections of my people.”
1 Tim 6:17-19 (NIV): “Command those who are rich in this
present world not to be arrogant nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so
uncertain, but to put their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything
for our enjoyment. Command them to do
good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share. In this way they will lay up treasure for
themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so that they may take hold
of the life that is truly life.”
- (moreillustrations.com)
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