As Abram returned from his "adventures" in Egypt, he found himself even wealthier than he was before he went. His nephew, Lot, prospered along with Abram. In fact, they prospered so greatly that the land couldn't sustain their combined livestock. Abram gave Lot his pick of land. Lot made a choice that turned out to be a disaster for him and his family.

Our human appetite for more can create a greedy spirit within us. However, when we realize that the Good Shepherd is looking after us and supplying all our needs, we learn to live in contentment.

The greedy heart is never satisfied no matter how much it has. This leads to a joyless life where greed is the master.