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The Perils of Wealth and the Wisdom of Humility in James 1:9-11

In James 1:9-11, we explore the dichotomy between wealth and humility, addressing how many are unequipped to handle riches or poverty. The passage reveals that the lowly can rejoice in adversity, while the rich are cautioned about the fleeting nature of their riches. With divine wisdom, believers are reminded that true contentment lies in God's provision and humility rather than in material possession. This examination encourages a reflective stance on our relationship with wealth, urging us to seek trust in God over reliance on fleeting riches.

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The Perils of Wealth and the Wisdom of Humility in James 1:9-11

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  1. Genuine Gifts (III) Withering Wealth James 1:9-11

  2. Many cannot handle riches…or poverty Wonderful woes James 1:1-4 Winning wisdom James 1:5-8 Withering wealth James 1:9-11 • King Midas

  3. Characters, 9-11

  4. Poor brother, 9 1. Lowly (of low social status) 1 Sm.18:…23. Mt.11:29 • Two facts • Lowly can rejoice in adversity. Ps.73 • Never based on self, 1 Co.4:7; Ja.4:16 2. Boast! Based on relation w. God. 1 Co.1:31; 2 Co.9:2; 2 Th.1:4

  5. Rich brother (?) 10 • Boasts in his Christ? …humiliation?? Rich unbeliever (?) 10 a. Irony? Boast in low position... b. Conversion? Lk.19:1-10

  6. Characters, 9-11 II. Clarification, 10-11

  7. The rich • Pass away like a flower. (Isa.40:6-8; Mt.6:30) Lk.12; 16 • Can rejoice in trials because they teach him – • Life is short • His business / money will fail • He can learn to trust Lord, not self or money

  8. Characters, 9-11 II. Clarification, 10-11 III. Caution, 9-11

  9. 1. Do not let money earn your trust 5-8, get gain vs great gain (godliness): contentment Mk.4:19. 1 Tim.6 – 9-10, desire / love of moneyvs harm and eternal loss 17-19, standards: humility,true trust, sharing, concern

  10. 1. Do not let money earn your trust2. Do not let money turn your head, Ac.24 • Temporary, Ja.1:10-11 (1 Pt.1:4) • Tempting (distracting), Ph.4:11-12 (3:13) • Thief, Mt.6:19-21 Possess us. House; yard; car… Do not satisfy. Eccl. Toys; music; shoes Do not last. Computer; car… Endanger the soul.

  11. Richescause blindness ▪ Jn.2:14-15, blind to relation w God, other Jews, even Gentiles ▪ Jn.12:…6, distorted Judas’ view of Jesus, Mary, other disciples, destiny ▪ Ja.2:1-4, Christians also (5,6-7,9-11) ▪ Ja.4:13-17, obsessed w. making a living ▪ Ja.5:1-6, more than bargained for

  12. More than bargained for (Ja.5:1-6) What money will do, 1-2 Indictment, 3 How they used it (4-6) Why? Verse 6 ▪ Weeping comes, 1 ▪ Wealth goes, 2-3a ▪ Witness (1): waste, 3b ▪ Woe,3c ▪ Witness (2): workers, 4 ▪ Wrath, 5

  13. Characters, 9-11 II. Clarification, 10-11 III. Caution, 9-11 IV. Change, 9-11

  14. Why the warning (Ja.1:9-11)? • Because it’s not too late to change. Lk.19 • Most think rich people are free of trials, troubles, lead carefree life… We can become content. Phil.4; 1 Tim.6; Hb.13:5-6

  15. Why shouldn’t we be content? Love of God Sacrifice of Christ Divine mercy • Thanksgiving. Lk.17:…15 • Humility. Lk.18:9-14 • Service. Lk.23:50-56 Inspired guidance / instructions Proper reaction?

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