I’m not staying at the Plaza but...
The product description exclaims,
“Nothing radiates the endless love of Jesus like the shimmering light of nearly a half carat of full cut diamonds – perfectly set in solid 18k gold. Worn close to your heart, our uniquely elegant Pavè Tear boldly expresses your love and faith.”
Regular Price: $999.95
Special Offer: $849.95
What?! How does spending 850 bucks on a shiny necklace boldy express your faith? How does a diamond encrusted drop of gold radiate the endless love of Jesus more than anything else?
If we want to radiate Christ’s endless love let’s put away our selfish vain greed and actively love people.
How about using that money to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, care for the sick, visit those in prison, and minister to widows and orphans?
James 2:14-17
Matthew 25:34-40
I know it’s just marketing, advertising, a way to sell stuff. But I’m tired of it. I’m tired of people thinking Christianity and unbridled consumerism somehow go hand in hand. Our culture sells us a lie, and the church continues to buy it… on credit. How much is the interest going to cost? How soon till we’re spiritually bankrupt?
Full Disclosure: I just saw that the site that sells these does donate a portion of their proceeds to charity… that doesn’t negate the point of my post though.
Comment by Amy — 5/17/2008 @ 11:07 am
I agree this kind of stuff is ridiculous. If we made a seven figure income I would not spend $850 on a any piece of jewelry. Store up your treasure in heaven people.
Comment by Debbie — 5/17/2008 @ 12:32 pm
Amen! Preach! It sounds like you’ve been reading Jonathan Edwards or something. . .:)
Comment by Patti N — 5/17/2008 @ 10:14 pm