Like you stated, 2) + 3) = 4) are probably good reasons for God to *not* bless me with tons of cash. But, like every other part of our life, responsible, Godly spending is a discipline that we need to strive for. God commands a portion of our possessions not as a tax, but as a love offering. We should want to tithe, give to the poor, and help our churches. Unfortunately it’s not always like that. So, dear erix, you are called to use what you have for the glory of Christ. The amount is only a constant that may or may not rise.

I like how you didn’t condemn wealth like a lot of people are doing now. I also like how you mentioned it as a calling. I had never really thought of it that way.

I personally love money- not in the hoarding, miserly, greedy sense. But, I just love to come up with ideas about how to make it, how to invest it, and how to make it grow. It’s just fun for me. Not that I’ve had any real success thus far, but it’s still exciting to think about.

Hmm, having that ponies part last really throws you off the topic.

I like simplicity. You have some very interesting food for thought up there. Thanks!

that’s very interesting about the ant thingy.