The Pursuit of God

Chapter 2 The Blessedness of Possessing Nothing

There is a “possessive spirit” embedded deep within all of us. Too often we become excessively attached to the gifts God has showered upon us. These things can come to usurp God’s rightful place in our affections. Such a spirit of possessiveness must be relinquished before God can bless us fully with his presence. Holding our possessions lightly, and embracing simplicity, is a lifelong discipline with great rewards. ***

Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. ~ Matthew 5:3, KJV

Before the Lord God made humans upon the earth, he first prepared for them by creating a world of useful and pleasant things for their sustenance and delight. In the Genesis account of the creation these are called simply

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