For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs.
Too often, Bible verses are taken out of context or misquoted. This verse is one such example, which is both misquoted and altered. Indeed, songs have been written with the unbiblical words, ‘money is the root of all evil’ rather than the truth: “The love of money is a root of all kinds of evil.” Money can be used for good as well as for ill, but it is the love of money which is being spoken of in this verse. Similarly, the love of money is not the single source of evil, but is one of many ungodly ways that entices us into various sins and wickedness. We should never forget that we came into this world with nothing…and when we die, we will take nothing from it. We should always remember that the desire to get rich can cause men and women to fall into temptation. Sadly, the love of money can become a snare with many barbs which plunge men into ruin and destruction. Some have lost their grip on the things of God and foolishly turned back into fleshly lechery, which inevitably causes much grief and heartache. As children of God, we have His assurance that He will provide for all of our needs, according to His goodness and the riches of His grace. May we use the money we have wisely. May we use it as a servant and not allow it to become a master. May we keep the Lord in His rightful position, at the center of our life…for when He is the focus of our heart, other things are kept within the correct perspective.
Spiritual Steve 