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THINK MONEY<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Ecclesiastes 10:19 (KJV):<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

“A feast is made for laughter, and wine maketh merry: but money answereth all things”<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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Proverbs 2:1-5 (KJV): This is the relationship with money, things, seeking income which defiles or enhances the “holy fear of the Lord” <\/strong>I submit that I learned this back in the successful 1980’s by “calling out for more of His wisdom” and was granted quiet sober grace to(at least\u00a0 work at it, to TRY HARD)\u00a0 to put HIM, his Word, life direction, and private, personal, ministry all community “relationships ” as a First Love, also Top Priority OVER making income. Not achieving it but waiting on the Lord to have HIM open it up via prayer and ongoing REVELATION.<\/span>
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1 “My son, if thou wilt receive my words, and hide my commandments with thee;”<\/em><\/span>
2 “So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, and apply thine heart to understanding;”<\/em><\/span>
3 “Yea, if thou criest after knowledge, and liftest up thy voice for understanding;”<\/em><\/strong><\/span>
4 “If thou seekest her as silver, and searchest for her as for hid treasures;”<\/em><\/span><\/strong>
5 <\/strong>“Then shalt thou understand the fear of the Lord, and find the knowledge of God.<\/strong>“<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

First Part 1<\/span><\/p>\n

Is it evil to have money<\/strong>? Or to have a deep need for money? Even spending or fun money? How about a lot of wealth or income money?<\/span><\/p>\n

No. It\u2019s the relationship<\/strong> with “my” and “your’ and “our’ money, income..which produces many after and side effects of the wrong heart position regarding income, things, and this life. For \u201cthe love of money\u201d is about its relationship effects. For too much and not enough, it transforms \u201cyour\u201d\u2014meaning your mind, emotions, soul, temper, and fear.<\/span><\/p>\n

When the money is \u201cnot\u201d there or<\/strong> \u201cis,\u201d $$ seems to have a sent power to \u201ctest,\u201d \u201caccuse,\u201d and \u201cassist\u201d the human race, whether through silent, present big pressure or releasing endorphins when you get to shop, dine, gamble, or feel content. It triggers fear or smug satisfaction and pride, also defilement and \u201cno holy fear of the Lord.\u201d (See Proverbs 2:1-5: \u201cOne must cry out for God\u2019s wisdom more than for silver or gold.\u201d)<\/span><\/p>\n

It is a sliding scale of perspective<\/strong> which is \u201cindividual,\u201d \u201cvery personal,\u201d and according to our own inner values of it. It means your, mine, each our beliefs. It is the sign of your, my, also God\u2019s right priorities. And it strongly affects nearly all human relationships (self-value, others, family, church, society, business, life).<\/span><\/p>\n

Reason? \u201cIt\u201d (money)<\/strong> seems to possess a controlling power\u2014one that assists or harms the relationship. The presence or absence of income can (and does) trigger violence, abuse, pressure, fear, and death.<\/span><\/p>\n

On the other hand,<\/strong> it can make one feel immune to real life and other gentle humans who are into the \u201cacquiring, racing, hurried ambition\u201d to get more, keep it, or bank it!<\/span><\/p>\n

The Test:<\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n

How does a person act or react<\/strong> when they run out of the right amount of money? Spouse abuse, unaliving themselves, child abuse or crime, substance abuse, divorce, rage, silent treatment, family\/life hell on earth, and much more.<\/span><\/p>\n

Yet on the other hand,<\/strong> a Christian leader, minister, authority, parent, or step-parent can be triggered exactly like that, or\u2026 or they can turn out to be Christian leadership Isaiah 5:20 cultural \u201cpersonal\u201d woe.<\/span><\/p>\n

Q: Why is that? See Psalm 115:4-8<\/strong> for the \u201celite compassion fatigued human church\u201d (+ the \u201cfrom such turn away\u201d type cliquey churches\u20141 Timothy 6:5, 2 Timothy 3:1-8).<\/span><\/p>\n

Psalm 115:4-8 (KJV):<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

4 “Their idols are silver and gold, the work of men’s hands.”<\/em><\/span>
5 “They have mouths, but they speak not: eyes have they, but they see not:”<\/em><\/span>
6 “They have ears, but they hear not: noses have they, but they smell not:”<\/em><\/span>
7 “They have hands, but they handle not: feet have they, but they walk not: neither speak they through their throat.”<\/em><\/span>
8 “They that make them are like unto them; so is every one that trusteth in them.”<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

These verses highlight the futility of man made “idols” made of material wealth like silver and gold. The passage warns that those who trust in earthly wealth or idols become as dull and devoid of life, blind\u00a0 and spiritually, even emotionally(in office senior ministry “prophetically”off, may go into false religion, human please or personal ambitious, gain an forsake their “First Love ” Christ ..and then the many people are not valued, respected and church loses it strength, genuine representation of the Gospel of Christ, and it is formula, system, clan, club and major cult. (this is what is going on now, and that is the “reason” for teaching like this)\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

False cagey government which is materialistic, spiritual powerless chooses means and human politics, relationship covering rules to maintain control.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

2 Timothy 3:1-8 (KJV):<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

1 \u201cThis know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come.\u201d<\/em><\/span>
2 \u201cFor men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy,\u201d<\/em><\/span>
3 \u201cWithout natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good,\u201d<\/em><\/span>
4 \u201cTraitors, heady, highminded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God;\u201d<\/em><\/span>
5 \u201cHaving a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away.\u201d<\/em><\/span>
6 \u201cFor of this sort are they which creep into houses, and lead captive silly women laden with sins, led away with divers lusts,\u201d<\/em><\/span>
7 \u201cEver learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth.\u201d<\/em><\/span>
8 \u201cNow as Jannes and Jambres withstood Moses, so do these also resist the truth: men of corrupt minds, reprobate concerning the faith.\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Summary:<\/strong><\/span>
This passage describes the sinful behaviors and attitudes of people in the last days. Though they may outwardly appear godly, they reject God\u2019s true power. The passage also warns against those who resist truth and lead others astray. We are instructed to avoid them. We note undermining, withstanding, competing and the rivalrous, betraying behavior,\u00a0 it’s self centric, destructive, appearing as monetized ambition and the resulting\u00a0 fruit of it’s adversarial,\u00a0 non contrite division,
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1 Timothy 6:5 (KJV):<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

\u201cPerverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Summary:<\/strong><\/span>
This verse warns against people with corrupt minds who equate financial gain or worldly success with godliness. We are told to avoid such people.<\/span><\/p>\n

And in Christian senior ministry, mostly within, turf protecting, Back Under the Levitical Law, many legalistic kinds…one finds accompanying “white witchcraft (use of control, false authority ,fear, types of subliminal and authoritarian control) also much “monitoring the persons” also evil eye, cult<\/span><\/p>\n

Most often in marriage, family, particular fellowship when one finds “mammon centric” use of false governing authority, parental rage, jealousy\/envy, \u201ckeeping up with the Joneses,\u201d the elite caste systems, the need to be a presumptuous big shot, ministry turf guarding, territorialism, character issues such as \u201cDemas\u201d\u2026 all bias and slave ownership.) More later.<\/span><\/p>\n

Close of my own words. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Second Part Chat GPT AI Expounds<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

I then asked CHAT GPT AI to make my words\u00a0 into TALKING POINTS:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s an outline of talking points on examining money<\/strong>, supported by relevant KJV Bible passages<\/strong> for clarity and biblical grounding:<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Is Money Itself Evil?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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  • No, money is not evil. The issue is the heart\u2019s relationship<\/em> with money.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Scripture:<\/strong><\/span>\n
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    • \u201cFor the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.\u201d<\/em> (1 Timothy 6:10)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Key Point:<\/strong> It\u2019s the love<\/em> of money, not money itself, that causes evil. How we respond to having too little or too much reveals our priorities.<\/span><\/p>\n

      2. The Emotional Power of Money<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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      • Money has a strange ability to test and trigger emotions like fear, anxiety, pride, or smugness.<\/span><\/li>\n
      • It can either build contentment or defile one\u2019s mind, removing a holy fear of the Lord.<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Scripture:<\/strong><\/span>\n
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        • \u201cIf thou seekest her [wisdom] as silver, and searchest for her as for hid treasures; Then shalt thou understand the fear of the Lord, and find the knowledge of God.\u201d<\/em> (Proverbs 2:4-5)<\/span><\/li>\n
        • Key Lesson:<\/strong> God\u2019s wisdom should be sought after more than riches.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          3. The Sliding Scale of Money\u2019s Power<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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          • How we view money is personal and shaped by inner beliefs and priorities. It affects all relationships\u2014self-worth, family, community, and ministry.<\/span><\/li>\n
          • Scripture:<\/strong><\/span>\n
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            • \u201cLay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal.\u201d<\/em> (Matthew 6:19)<\/span><\/li>\n
            • \u201cFor where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.\u201d<\/em> (Matthew 6:21)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              4. Money\u2019s Control Over Relationships<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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              • The presence or absence of money can create stress, violence, pride, abuse, and relationship breakdowns.<\/span><\/li>\n
              • Scripture:<\/strong><\/span>\n
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                • \u201cBetter is little with the fear of the Lord than great treasure and trouble therewith.\u201d<\/em> (Proverbs 15:16)<\/span><\/li>\n
                • \u201cThe blessing of the Lord, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.\u201d<\/em> (Proverbs 10:22)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                  5. The Test of Shortage<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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                  • When money is lacking, how one reacts can expose their inner character.<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Negative Reactions:<\/strong> Violence, abuse, rage, addiction, divorce, and despair.<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Positive Reactions:<\/strong> Patience, trust in God, and turning to Him for provision.<\/span><\/li>\n
                  • Scripture:<\/strong><\/span>\n
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                    • \u201cIn the day of prosperity be joyful, but in the day of adversity consider: God also hath set the one over against the other, to the end that man should find nothing after him.\u201d<\/em> (Ecclesiastes 7:14)<\/span><\/li>\n
                    • \u201cThe Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.\u201d<\/em> (Psalm 23:1)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                      6. Christian Leadership & the Money Test<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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                      • Leaders who fall into ambition or control because of money can turn into examples of Isaiah 5:20 woes.<\/span><\/li>\n
                      • Scripture:<\/strong><\/span>\n
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                        • \u201cWoe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness.\u201d<\/em> (Isaiah 5:20)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          Leaders are also warned about falling into envy, jealousy, greed, and power struggles due to money<\/span><\/p>\n

                          7. Elite Caste Systems, Envy, & Power Struggles<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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                          • Church leadership and social cliques sometimes use money or status to divide people.<\/span><\/li>\n
                          • Warnings in Scripture:<\/strong><\/span>\n
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                            • \u201cTheir idols are silver and gold, the work of men\u2019s hands\u2026 They that make them are like unto them; so is every one that trusteth in them.\u201d<\/em> (Psalm 115:4, 8)<\/span><\/li>\n
                            • \u201cPerverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.\u201d<\/em> (1 Timothy 6:5)<\/span><\/li>\n
                            • \u201cThis know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come\u2026 For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous\u2026 having a form of godliness, but denying the power thereof: from such turn away.\u201d<\/em> (2 Timothy 3:1-5)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                              8. Demas: A Character Case Study<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n
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                              • Demas is an example of someone who loved the world and forsook ministry for money and worldly things.<\/span><\/li>\n
                              • Scripture:<\/strong><\/span>\n
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                                • \u201cFor Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world.\u201d<\/em> (2 Timothy 4:10)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                  This passage warns of the dangers of choosing money, wealth, or comfort over God\u2019s calling.<\/span><\/p>\n

                                  Final Thoughts<\/span><\/h3>\n
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                                  • Money is a tool, not the master. We must seek God\u2019s wisdom, contentment, and righteous priorities over financial gain.<\/span><\/li>\n
                                  • \u201cBut godliness with contentment is great gain.\u201d<\/em> (1 Timothy 6:6)<\/span><\/li>\n
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