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Jesus knew this man's sin was the love of money, and had to say this to him to show him his sin.

Good answer, Becky. Even considering that, though, since it is in the gospel, doesn't it apply to all Christians as well? (At least in some sense, I mean). What about

[9] Take no gold, nor silver, nor copper in your belts, [10] no bag for your journey, nor two tunics, nor sandals, nor a staff; for the laborer deserves his food. [11] And whatever town or village you enter, find out who is worthy in it, and stay with him until you depart. [12] As you enter the house, salute it. [13] And if the house is worthy, let your peace come upon it; but if it is not worthy, let your peace return to you. [14] And if any one will not receive you or listen to your words, shake off the dust from your feet as you leave that house or town. (Matthew 10:9-14)

Francis of Assisi heard this passage read during a mass. Afterwards, he looked up the passage himself in order to study it more thoroughly. He took the message here seriously, and it transformed his life.

So now I'm waiting for you to pass out your Swiss Account number, ...just in case any of us are thinking of giving up our wealth. Lol (*g*)

This brings up a point I was just thinking about, wondering how everyone here feels about it. What do you consider biblical seperation? Where is the line between seperation, and isolation? For instance, (BTW this is a topic I have strong opinions on) do you think "christians" can in good conscience send their children into public schools? I believe the bibles teachings on rearing children, and being seperate from the world makes it impossible to send your kids to PS. What do you think?

Deut. 6:7

Becky

BTW I don't know anything about Fransis of Assisi, but the passage you reference, Jesus is speaking to his apostles as he sends them out to spread the gospel. I beleive he is telling them and us that it is our repsonsiblity to support our pastors. Where your money is there will your heart be. (Not exact quote) It is a way for them to know who responded to the message and who didn't.

Becky