In Proverbs 13, the contrast between wealth and poverty is a prominent theme. It is a variation on the theme of retribution, namely, that the good or wise person will experience good fortune, while misfortune will befall the wicked or fool. The lot of both is contrasted in the antithetic parallelism of the proverbs. The applicability of the theory of retribution, though found in much of our theology, both traditional and contemporary, is still questioned today. It may not always serve as an adequate explanation for one lot in life, but it certainly can function as an incentive to righteous living. Trust that you will experience the providence of God, and that you will be able to enjoy what you need to live a life of integrity and peace. Be grateful for the prosperity that you enjoy and share it with those less fortunate.
Posted on: Mon, 04 Nov 2013 08:36:32 +0000