Its always been preached that Jesus was poor. I think the point is, its ok to be rich however you do need to be intune with the needs of others and conduct yourself accordingly.
Was Jesus rich?: 'Kings brought him gold and he travelled with a treasurer'
The patriarchs of the old testament were not hurting for riches.
I am still researching Olsteen to check on what his charitable programs are. I certainly believe that churches should make sure the poor are taken care of...There should be no homeless in America. The super mega churches could help take the burden off the taxpayers. And them not paying taxes, I don't understand.
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