They that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare,
and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and
perdition. (1 Timothy 6:9)
Think of Balsam. He is generally regarded as a false
prophet, but I do not find that any of his prophecies that are recorded are not
true; they have been literally fulfilled. Up to a certain point his character shone
magnificently, but the devil finally overcame him by the bait of covetousness.
He stepped over a heavenly crown for the riches and honors
that Balak promised him. He went to perdition backward. His face was set toward
God, but he backed into hell. He wanted to die the death of the righteous, but
he did not live the life of the righteous. It is sad to see so many who know
God, miss everything for riches.
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