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Your Question:
What if I have to choose between expensive treatment and leaving an inheritance for my family?
Answer:
The weight of this decision is heavy on my heart. As a pastor, I've counseled many families through difficult times, and I've seen firsthand the pain of making choices that affect loved ones. In this scenario, I would encourage you to consider the values of the kingdom of God. As the passage reminds us, our inheritance is not just a material reward, but a spiritual one. If we prioritize our family's inheritance over our commitment to following Christ, are we not reintroducing privilege through the back door? As I reflect on my own life, I think about the sacrifices my family has made for me. My wife, Susan, and I have worked hard to provide for our children, Joshua and Rebecca. But as a follower of Christ, I'm reminded that my true inheritance is not wealth or material possessions, but a relationship with God. If I were to choose between expensive treatment and leaving an inheritance for my family, I would have to consider what is truly most important. Would I be prioritizing my family's well-being over my commitment to Christ? Ultimately, I believe that our values should be guided by the principles of the kingdom of God. As Jesus said, "Let the dead bury their own dead." This doesn't mean that we don't care for our families or loved ones, but rather that we should not prioritize our own interests over our commitment to following Christ. In this scenario, I would encourage you to consider what is truly most important and to make a decision that aligns with your values as a follower of Christ.
Sources:
philippians colossioan philemon
r kent hughes
biblical critical theory
christopher watkin
practicing the way
john mark comer
introduction biblical ethics
robertson mcquilkin
addictions a banquet in the grave
edward t welch
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