Gehazi: The Servant Who Chased After Gain

A devotional reflection on Gehazi’s greed and its consequences.

Lesser-Known Bible Characters

Greed destroys what God intends to bless. Gehazi served a great prophet but allowed greed to corrupt his heart. His deception brought judgment and loss. His story warns us that hidden sin always harms.

Is it a time to receive money? (2 Kings 5:26)

The leprosy therefore of Naaman shall cleave unto thee. (2 Kings 5:27)

Be sure your sin will find you out. (Numbers 32:23)

Christian Application

This devotional encourages believers to guard their hearts from greed and dishonesty. God desires purity and integrity. Examine your motives today. Reject greed and choose integrity.

Sample Prayer

Lord, cleanse my heart from selfish desires. Make me honest and pure. Amen.

Hymns for Lesser-Known Bible Characters

This devotional pairs well with the hymns Take My Life and Let It Be by Frances Havergal, I Surrender All by Judson Van DeVenter, and Be Thou My Vision by Dallan Forgaill.

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