...if I try to make only enough money for my family' immediate needs, it may violate Scripture. ...Even though earning just enough to meet the needs of my family may seem nonmaterialistic, it's actually selfish when I could earn enough to care for others as well.
In the book "Money, Possessions and Eternity" by Randy Alcorn, the author discusses the moral implications of how one earns and allocates money. He suggests that striving to make just sufficient income to meet the immediate needs of one's family may seem humble, but it can be considered a selfish act. This perspective challenges common perceptions about materialism and highlights the responsibility that comes with financial resources.
Alcorn reinforces the idea that when individuals focus solely on their family's basic needs, they may neglect the opportunity to help others in their community. He argues that financial abundance can be used for greater altruistic purposes, emphasizing a broader ethical obligation to support not only one's family but also those who are less fortunate.