"Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches: But let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth me, that I am the LORD which exercise lovingkindness, judgment, and righteousness, in the earth: for in these things I delight, saith the LORD" (Jeremiah 9:23-24).
We live in a world that takes pride in educational achievements, power and wealth. Although there is nothing wrong necessarily with anyone of these things, none of them in themselves impress God or bring God's blessings. We can have all those things, power, wealth and advanced education and slip in the shower and break our necks. All the wealth in the world cannot secure our future in this life or the next and neither can it bring present satisfaction to our eternal souls. Only Jesus can bring eternal security and satisfaction to our lives. "The Psalmist proclaimed, "The Lord is my Shepherd I shall not want."
If you have been reconciled to God by faith in the redemptive work of Christ, and you have wealth, power and a good brain, thank God and use them to spread the fame of His name in the world.
If you want to boast about something boast in that you know God through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus and live for the things that matter to Him. Love others sacrificially, seek justice in the world and live righteously before God and you will be a delight to the Lord.
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