How rich is too rich? That was the discussion at a dinner for women’s ministry leaders following a training. We were eating at a restaurant boasting of meals under a set amount of calories. Of course, we had to ask, “Does that include dessert?”

The desserts were just the right size. The server brought a caddy tower and gave us the tour. Someone gasped at one of the chocolate desserts, declaring it would be “too rich!”

“Too rich? I just don’t understand when people use that expression. I have never experienced anything that’s too rich!”

The woman sitting next to her agreed.

Surely, there is something these ladies would assess as too rich. We all have limits. At least, we should.

I think we’re spoiled.

We ordered coffee drinks however we want them.

We request special features and vanity plates for our cars.

We choose from a plethora of apps for our phones.

Are we too rich?

What do you count as the essentials of your day? Starbucks (or other coffee shop drink)? Laptop? Internet access? Cell phone or other technology gadget? Vehicle?

When I trained for the Chicago marathon years ago, I eliminated all fried foods from my diet. I wouldn’t say I’m a fried food addict by any means, but I like a few good fries every now and then. Even though I didn’t miss fried foods while training, I wanted a taste about a week after the race.

Eating a fresh fry tasted like liking an old grease vat. Disgusting.

Now I’ve become accustomed to fries again, but because of my training habits, I’d adjusted my taste. What once tasted good, later tasted disgusting.

When we indulge in every option within our grasp, we become accustomed to excessive richness. We begin to rationalize and believe there’s nothing “too rich.” We can handle – even deserve – anything.

The definition of “too rich” is dependent on experiences and habits.

There IS such a thing as “too rich.” Are you defining it for yourself or letting God define the meaning and richness of life for you. His perspective is the best, the most comprehensive.

I will boast about a man like that, but I will not boast about myself, except about my weaknesses. Even if I should choose to boast, I would not be a fool, because I would be speaking the truth. But I refrain, so no one will think more of me than is warranted by what I do or say, or because of these surpassingly great revelations. 2 Corinthians 12:5-6