Psalms 73:12
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Behold, these are the wicked— always carefree as they increase their wealth.
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“Look at the man who did not make God his refuge, but trusted in the abundance of his wealth and strengthened himself by destruction.”
They have grown fat and sleek, and have excelled in the deeds of the wicked. They have not taken up the cause of the fatherless, that they might prosper; nor have they defended the rights of the needy.
Place no trust in extortion, or false hope in stolen goods. If your riches increase, do not set your heart upon them.
They will devour your harvest and food; they will consume your sons and daughters; they will eat up your flocks and herds; they will feed on your vines and fig trees. With the sword they will destroy the fortified cities in which you trust.”
They trust in their wealth and boast in their great riches.
from such men, O LORD, by Your hand— from men of the world whose portion is in this life. May You fill the bellies of Your treasured ones and satisfy their sons, so they leave their abundance to their children.
Now there was a rich man dressed in purple and fine linen, who lived each day in joyous splendor.
I have seen a wicked, ruthless man flourishing like a well-rooted native tree,