1 Timothy 6:17-19
17 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.
18 Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share.
19 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.

When we read this passage we normally think this verse does not apply to me. It applies to all the rich people in the world. We think we are poor compared to them.

In the website www.globalrichlist.com you can check how wealthy or poor you are by putting in your income.

- If your are earning Rs.10,000 per month, then you are among the top 19.79% richest people in the world. In other words out of every 100 people in this world there are 80 more people poorer than you!

- If you income per month is Rs.30,000, you are among the top 3.40% richest people in the world by income.!

- If you are earning Rs.50,000 per month, then you are among the top 0.86% richest people in the world by income!!

- If you are earning Rs.1 lakh per month, then you are among the top 0.13% richest people in the world by income!!!

So compared to the rest of the world are you poor or are you rich?

- What does God consider you as - rich or poor?

Now that you know where you stand in comparison to the rest of the world, are you rich or poor?

Now read this scripture again and see what God is telling you?

- What have I learned this week about God's lordship and sovereignty?

- What have I realized about myself?

- Do I accept the fact that I am rich? Do I accept that these are my temptations?

- Do I really believe that my wealth comes from God?

- Do I believe that I am a steward or manager of God's money?

- Do I admit that not managing God's resources (including money) well is a sin?

What is my prayer?