Psalms 62:10 (KJV)
Trust not in oppression, and become not vain in robbery: if riches increase, set not your heart upon them.
This is a psalm of David, written, I imagine, for the chief musician and to be performed by Jeduthun. The chief musician would have been appointed after David became king, during the time when he was “repurposing” the roles of the priests and Levites. Their duties would change from those of a more nomadic people to those of a people with a permanent place of worship once the temple was built. (1 Chronicles 25:1–3)
David was a man of war, whether he wanted to be or not. He was never at a loss for enemies, threats, or oppression. We know that opposition came from both outside and inside the kingdom of Israel.
Whoever said being faithful and loving the Lord would be easy?
Now notice these words: “If riches increase…”
I’m going to suggest that riches may increase in a number of ways.
- Money. This is what we traditionally associate with riches.
- Position. An office or place of responsibility may come with or without an increase in pay.
- Name Recognition. A person may gain a reputation and become widely known.
- Power or authority. This usually comes with an office, though some people have the ability to lead without holding an official position.
- Popularity. This can be quite different from notoriety or fame. Plenty of well-known people are unpopular.
And then notice what follows: “set not your heart upon them.”
Set your heart only upon Christ. Setting your heart on riches of any sort will bring damage, disillusionment, and pain to you and to those whose lives you touch.
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What would shake you most if you lost it tomorrow? Your income? Your position? The approval of people you respect? Take your answer to the Lord today. Thank Him for what He’s given you, and ask Him to show you where you’ve begun to trust His gifts. Set your heart on Christ while those things are still yours.
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