Three Things That Money Cannot Buy - 1. FAMILY UNITY

Brianne, a teenager in the United States, feels that her father places too much importance on his job and the money it provides.  "We have everything we need and more," she says, "But my dad is never home because he is always traveling.  I know it's because of his work, but I think he has a responsibility to his family too!?

 To think about:   What might Brianne's  father experience later in life?  By putting too much emphasis on material things, how is he affecting his relationship with his daughter?  What does his family need from him more than money?

Bible principles to consider:  

* "The love of money causes all kinds of trouble.  Some people want money so much that they have . . . caused themselves a lot of pain." - 1 TIMOTHY 6:10, Contemporary English Version.

 "Better to eat vegetables  with people you love than to eat the finest meat where there is hate." - PROVERBS 15:17,  Good News Translation. 

The bottom line:  Money cannot buy family unity. That comes from spending time with your family and giving them adequate love and attention. - COLOSSIANS 3:18-21.

Next time: Three Things That Money Cannot Buy - 2. Genuine Security

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