No servant can serve two masters; for either he will hate…
““No servant can serve two masters; for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and mammon” (Luke 16:13). He speaks frequently and unambiguously to economic issues. He says, “Blessed are you poor, for yours is the kingdom of God” and “Woe to you that are rich, for you have received your consolation” (Luke 6:20, 24).””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Divided loyalty leads to conflict; one cannot truly serve both spiritual and material wealth simultaneously.
In simple terms: You can’t serve both God and money.
Key Takeaway
Choose one master.
Themes
faith
wealth
morality
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
biblical
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal finance
- career decisions
- ethical dilemmas
- religious practice
Key Concepts
dualism
spirituality
materialism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “serving God” mean to you?
- How do you prioritize spiritual versus material goals?
A Different Perspective
Balancing spiritual values with material goals is often harder than it appears.