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Possessions Cannot Define The Man (2026)

shieldPeter Anderson calendar_todayJan 31, 2008 updateUpdated Jun 23, 2026 schedule2 min read verifiedFact-checked
Possessions Cannot Define The Man (2026)

If possessions cannot define man is on your radar, this short guide cuts through the noise. Here is what is worth knowing, and how to put it to work today.

Key Takeaways

  • SharePinTweetShare0 Shares“Then [Jesus] said to them, ‘Watch out!
  • Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; a man’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.'” Luke 12:15 Something to ke...
  • A good thing to think about when you are tempted to buy that new high definition TV, a new camera, or some other “possession”.
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Then [Jesus] said to them, ‘Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; a man’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.'” Luke 12:15

Something to keep in mind - that we are not defined by how much we have, but by who we are in Christ.

A good thing to think about when you are tempted to purchase that new high definition TV, a new camera, or some other “possession”. It can be so simple to purchase things to feel good, and to equate things or possessions with a happy life. In the end, the the “possessions” can actually end up possessing us, and won’t give us an enduring happiness or peace. Only God can do that.

There is an old saying that the one with the most toys when they die wins.   The truth is much different. Those who are possessed by their creator are more likely

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Final Thoughts

The bottom line: a little research on possessions cannot define man goes a long way. Compare your options, watch for seasonal offers, and never pay full price when a better deal is one click away.

Originally published at biblemoneymatters.com.

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