Wealth Beyond Measure!

One of the premiere pursuits of life is to accumulate things. We work hard towards buying a home, possessions to fill the home, vehicles, stuff that aligns with our interests…etc. We always seem to be in need of something more. We assume the wealthy to be fortunate because they acquire everything they need or want. Often times, the wealthy are extremely sad people because they have come to the conclusion high finance can’t purchase joy.

The apostle Peter tells us that the Christ follower is the wealthiest of the wealthy! If accumulating things is the benchmark….Christ followers have maxed out. Peter says, “His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness!” My relationship with Jesus assures I have everything I need for this life! I don’t have to chase anything or exhaust myself trying to earn my portion. Peter says He has given us very great and precious promises. Promises He will keep. What is required of me to realize my grand fortune is to become more and more like Him. Peter says “for this very reason we add things like faith—goodness—knowledge—self-control—perseverance—godliness—brotherly kindness—love. If I bank these things in increasing measure, they will keep me from becoming ineffective and unproductive in my knowledge of Him…the source of my wealth.