Daily Delight Devotional – Wednesday, December 6, 2023

No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.

Matthew 6:24 (KJV)

These days, we encounter numerous modern-day idols that people unknowingly worship. Many spend their entire lives chasing after money, and it becomes the sole language they comprehend. They often excuse themselves from prayer meetings, attributing their absence to the pursuit of financial stability. The Bible emphatically states, “No man can serve two masters.” It is impossible to serve both God and mammon (Matthew 6:24).

In the pursuit of wealth and material possessions, individuals sometimes compromise their spiritual commitments. The scripture in Matthew 6:33 instructs believers to prioritize seeking the kingdom of God and His righteousness. The promise follows that all necessary things, including wealth, will be added unto them. However, when one prioritizes other things above God, an idol is formed within the heart.

As the years pass, the question arises: What is the use of accumulating wealth, often referred to as mammon, throughout one’s lifetime if it ultimately leads to condemnation? The pursuit of mammon can blind individuals to the eternal consequences of their choices. The scripture reminds us that seeking the kingdom of God and His righteousness ensures divine provision, and the righteous are never forsaken or left begging for bread.

Insight: The accumulation of wealth, when prioritized over a relationship with God, can become a stumbling block not just for the individual but also for those who follow.

Prayer: Father, deliver me from the spirit of mammon and materialism. May my pursuits align with seeking Your kingdom and righteousness in the name of Jesus.

Further Bible Reading: Luke 12:1-6
Daily Bible Reading: Leviticus 12:1-10