SO THE RICH MAN ALSO WILL FADE AWAY IN HIS PURSUITS (James 1:10-11)
Earthly riches are destined to pass away like the flower of the field (Isaiah 40:6-7). If a man has nothing but material wealth, then all his plans will end at the grave. The point is, of course, that neither sun nor scorching wind can affect spiritual values. Any trial that weans us away from the love of passing things and sets our affection on things above is a blessing in disguise. The same grace that exalts the lowly humbles the rich. Both are cause for rejoicing.
Earthly riches are destined to pass away like the flower of the field (Isaiah 40:6-7). If a man has nothing but material wealth, then all his plans will end at the grave. The point is, of course, that neither sun nor scorching wind can affect spiritual values. Any trial that weans us away from the love of passing things and sets our affection on things above is a blessing in disguise. The same grace that exalts the lowly humbles the rich. Both are cause for rejoicing.
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