Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - 1 Timothy 6:9
9. That will That is, determine to be rich; who say, “At all events, honestly if I can, yet certainly, I will be rich.” The certainly will often dismiss the honestly. Fall into temptation Inducements seduce their will at every turn to get gain at the price of godliness. These inducements in an age of trade and successful venture are stupendous. Men are tempted with a million or half million which can be secretly pocketed; and even if known, the contempt for their dishonesty can... read more
Whedon's Commentary on the Bible - 1 Timothy 6:8
8. Food and raiment Literally, nourishments and covering. Let us be… content Rather, we shall be sufficed. Wealth itself can afford us little more than these. read more