Why is wealth gained "hastily" often unsustainable according to Proverbs 13:11? Rooted in the Text Proverbs 13:11: “Dishonest wealth will dwindle, but whoever gathers by labor will increase it.” Understanding “Wealth Gained Hastily” • Quick, get-rich-quick schemes, gambling, fraud, or predatory deals • Hebrew nuance: a vapor—money without substance or staying power • Pursuit driven by greed rather than patient, honest effort Why It Fails to Last 1. No righteous foundation 2. No stewardship muscles 3. Spiritual corrosion – 1 Timothy 6:9; Proverbs 11:28 4. Divine resistance – Proverbs 20:17; Haggai 1:6, 9 5. Law of sowing and reaping The God-Honoring Alternative • Steady diligence multiplies resources (Proverbs 21:5; 28:20) • Honest labor invites blessing and growth Practical Takeaways • Check motives—integrity over speed • Work faithfully—little by little builds lasting wealth • Budget, save, give—habits formed slowly guard riches • Trust God, not the bankbook (Matthew 6:19-21; 1 Timothy 6:17-19) |
    |