He walked the Bishop through his elaborate gardens, woodlands, and huge farm. Money becomes the vehicle that moves us toward or away from a deeper knowledge of God. That's what makes it a spiritual discipline, and not a fund-raising tool. That is certainly true. Naturally, she was all smiles.
Money can be the root of all kinds of evils.
But money can also be a powerful force for good. I think of the wealthy oilmen who back in the early 1950's contributed large portions of their wealth to build this very church. I think of Harry Meredith, one of those four men, and all the good his money has done for the city of Mineola, even to this day, through the Meredith Foundation. Money itself is neither good nor evil. It is all in how we view it and use it.