Greed steals time from genuine treasure:
Time with loved ones, worship and grace.
It becomes an anxious passion
Pushing us on an endless race.
The deceiver thrills to see the people
Attracted to greed’s web and caught
Ignoring pain that coveting causes
Forgetting lessons contentment had taught.
Healthy bodies, minds and souls
Require God-provided care
Yet choosing to seek daily wants
Not needs, leaves thirsty spirits bare.
Life’s purpose is not to glean possessions
Fun or attractive they may be
If homes are full but hearts are empty
What prompts us to live unselfishly?
Jesus called the greedy, fools
With overflowing surplus barns,
Not concerned with life eternal
Ignoring what the Savior warns.
I thought that greed did not concern me
‘I am content” I sang with pride
Greed was not a big temptation
Along with sins I attempted to hide.
Because of love, and perfect justice,
Jesus exposed my false beliefs
Opened my eyes with Word-vision
Offered forgiveness, granted relief.
The curse of sin stops not just heaven
But also stifles blessings here
Lord, daily tell me of your goodness
Open my heart to show you’re near.
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