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The Test of Abundance
Commentators like Spurgeon and Henry warn that material prosperity is a profound spiritual test. The multiplication of wealth, while a blessing from God, brings a strong temptation to develop a "lifted up" heart—one filled with pride that forgets the Giver. God doesn't forbid wealth, but He warns that it can lead us to forget our dependence on Him.
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Deuteronomy
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Charles Spurgeon
On Deuteronomy 8:12–16
19th Century
Preacher
Lest when thou hast eaten and art full, and hast built goodly houses, and dwelt therein; and when thy herds and thy flocks multiply, and thy si…
John Gill
On Deuteronomy 8:13
17th Century
Pastor
And when your herds and your flocks multiply
Having good pasture for them in so fruitful a land:
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Matthew Henry
On Deuteronomy 8:10–20
17th Century
Minister
Moses points to the duty of a prosperous condition. Let us always remember our Benefactor. In everything we must give thanks. Moses also arms us ag…