15th
1 Kings 18:18 - 24
Malachi 4
1 Timothy 6:6 - 10
The love of money can lead to compromise and self-sufficiency, leaving God out of the picture.
Israel was on a trade route and an exporter of food. (So, Elijah's prophecy of a drought wasn't welcome!)
Jezbel - a Sidonian princess Ahab had married out of political convenience.
Malachi 4
vs 5 John the Baptist
Our wealth is for blessing others.
Luke 3:8 - 11
Baptism as a Jewish tradition for conversion.
John wanted people to be ready for Jesus.
There is always a temptation to be distracted by the wealth.
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