Andy Stanley, an American author and pastor, once said “Greed is not a financial issue. It’s a heart issue.” And I have to say I agree with him here. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to tell that greed drives all sorts of hurtful behavior, and results in all types of broken relationships. This is why I’ve maintained focus on Hebrews 13:5 in the Bible throughout the years, which says, “Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for He has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you."

I think the main reason people get greedy in the first place is because they believe the lie that their future depends on them. They think, “I have to make this money, so I can be secure in the future.” But the truth of the matter is that Jesus Christ is the only true security we will ever have. And He promises never to leave us or forsake us.

Pray about the people you know who strive to get their security from things like money. Then, start a conversation with them, and share with them about God—whose presence is so much better than anything money could buy.                                                   

This is Luis Palau.