1 Timothy 6:10
“For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some have been led astray from the faith in their greed, and have pierced themselves through with many sorrows.”
What does 1 Timothy 6:10 mean?
Money itself isn't the problem here, but when we chase it as our main goal in life, it becomes a doorway to all sorts of harm. Paul is describing how that obsession can pull us away from what actually matters, including faith and community, leaving us hollow and hurt. When greed becomes our compass, we end up making choices that wound us deeply—broken relationships, compromised values, and a gnawing emptiness that no amount of money can fill. The warning is gentle but serious: the ache we feel when we've sacrificed everything for wealth often comes from our own choices, not bad luck.
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