Lesson13-Blueprint for Success II. Religious Background -Biblical Teachings About wealth The final conclusion of the matter is that god is in control of the events and circumstances of life. He is the one who gives human beings their aptitudes and the opportunities to develop them. He knows the family, neighborhood country and time period into which each person would be born, and therefore knows his economic status. The bible teaches that we are to accept our lot and enjoy the work given us to do(ecclesiastes 5: 18). God allows both wealth and poverty but reminds us that these conditions of life are only temporary. Truly wealthy are those who see this life against the backdrop of eternity and so govern their lives W BT E To be continued on the next page.Lesson13—Blueprint for Success W B T L E The final conclusion of the matter is that God is in control of the events and circumstances of life. He is the One who gives human beings their aptitudes and the opportunities to develop them. He knows the family, neighborhood, country and time period into which each person would be born, and therefore knows his economic status. The Bible teaches that we are to accept our lot and enjoy the work given us to do (Ecclesiastes 5:18). God allows both wealth and poverty but reminds us that these conditions of life are only temporary. Truly wealthy are those who see this life against the backdrop of eternity and so govern their lives. II. Religious Background To be continued on the next page. —Biblical Teachings About Wealth