Does God want you to be wealthy?

Chris Bolinger

Does God want you to be wealthy?



Does God want you to be wealthy? If you are struggling financially, is that a sign that you are out of favor with God or lack sufficient faith in God? Or is being wealthy sinful?

The writings of one of the richest men ever, Solomon, provide answers.

This week's Bible passage: Luke 12:13-21

This episode originally appeared as Weekly Strength 4.13: Tough Topics — Wealth on Throwing Mountains.

Weekly Strength podcast resource: 52 Weeks of Strength for Men (ebook, paperback, study guide)

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Chris Bolinger is the author of three men’s devotionals – 52 Weeks of Strength for Men, Daily Strength for Men, and Fuerzas para Cada Día para el Hombre – and the co-host of the Throwing Mountains podcast. He splits his time between northeast Ohio and southwest Florida. Against the advice of medical professionals, he remains a die-hard fan of Cleveland pro sports teams. Find him at mensdevotionals.com.

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