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But you shall remember Yahweh your God, for it is he who gives you power to get wealth; that he may establish his covenant which he swore to your fathers, as at this day.
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God is the Giver
All commentators stress that God is the ultimate source of wealth. While human effort and skill are involved, scholars like John Gill clarify that it is ultimately God's blessing that makes one rich. The verse serves as a direct warning against the pride of thinking, 'My power and the might of my hand have gotten me this wealth.'
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Deuteronomy
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19th Century
Baptist
But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
But you shall remember the Lord your God That he was the author of their beings, the God of their lives and mercies; what grea…
Presbyterian
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…
