The Book of Mammon

Everyone yearns for the good life . where children are reared in a loving stimulating environment . where youth are prepared for their future . where adults achieve satisfaction through personal relationships and meaningfully rewarding work . and where seniors find peace in their golden years. Typically it entails economic sufficiency. Yet when this universal hope becomes reality many Christians confront a disturbing faith challenge. Jesus taught his followers to postpone earthly satisfactions until the next life. In the present world their blessings will be found in poverty hunger sorrow and persecution. Woe to those with wealth full stomachs laughter and popularity! Christ practiced and demands self-denial not self-satisfaction. Entry into Jesus' severe life-style is difficult and the path is arduous. Multitudes are called but only a select few actually follow the way to eternal life that requires crucifixion of one's self. This book is a thought-provoking biblical analysis of the gospel's opposition to wealth. One cannot serve both God and money. The Christian dilemma is that practical faith absolutely requires compromise. Money is necessary for daily life and future needs. How is it possible to follow Christ in this money-driven society? The Book of Mammon searches the Bible for the surprising resolution.