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OmahaBlueDog

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Sat Apr-10-10 03:51 PM
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18. There is a mindset that believes the wealthy are smarter and more beloved by God

Despite what Jesus taught about the poor being blessed, many subscribe to a belief that was promoted by folks like Oral Roberts -- that wealth is a manifestation of great faith or God's grace.

Many others take to heart this simple philosophy of life..."If you're so smart, why ain't you rich?" Thus, the converse must be true... a multi-millionaire with a 5th grade education IS smarter than a PhD making under $100,000 per year. After all, he has all that book-learnin', but it ain't makin' him no money.

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