1 But the love of money is the beginning of all troubles . Knowing therefore that we brought nothing into the world neither can we carry anything out , let us arm ourselves with the armor of righteousness, and let us teach ourselves first to walk in the commandment of the Lord; (POL)
Polycarp to the Philippians 4:1
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1 Timothy 6:6–8
6 Of course, godliness with contentment is great gain. 7 For we brought nothing into the world, so we cannot carry anything out of it. 8 But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with these.
Hebrews 13:4–6
4 Marriage should be honored by all and the marriage bed kept undefiled, for God will judge the sexually immoral and adulterers. 5 Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: “Never will I leave you, never will… 6 …
Luke 12:14–16
14 But Jesus replied, “Man, who appointed Me judge or executor between you?” 15 And He said to them, “Watch out! Guard yourselves against every form of greed, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.” 16 Then He told them a parable: “The grou…
Tobit 4:20–21
20 And now I explain to you about the ten talents of silver, which I left in trust with Gabael the son of Gabrias at Rages of Media. (WEB) 21 And fear not, my child, because we are made poor. You have much wealth, if you fear God, and depart from all sin, and do that whic… (WEB)
1 Timothy 6:16–18
16 He alone is immortal and dwells in unapproachable light. No one has ever seen Him, nor can anyone see Him. To Him be honor and eternal dominion! Amen. 17 Instruct those who are rich in the present age not to be conceited and not to put their hope in the uncertain…
Testament of Judah 3:41–43
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2 Clement 6:1–2
1 But the Lord saith, No servant can serve two masters. If we desire to serve both God and mammon, it is unprofitable for us: (2CL) 2 For what advantage is it, if a man gain the whole world and forfeit his soul? (2CL)
1 John 2:14–16
14 I have written to you, fathers, because you know Him who is from the beginning. I have written to you, young men, because you are strong, and the word of God abides in you, and you have overcome the evil one. 15 Do not love the world or anything in the world. If… 16 …
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