2 Samuel 7-9

[The LORD says through Nathan,] “But my love will never be taken away from him, as I took it away from Saul, whom I removed from before you.” (2 Samuel‬ ‭7:15‬)

The ancients believed that if one did well, then God loved them. They believed that if one did not prosper, it was because...

1. God had withdrawn God’s love from that one, and/or
2. That one had chosen not to do well.

My understanding differs from the ancients. I believe God loves everybody unconditionally and continuously. Why some individuals prosper while others do not has more to do with the opportunities into which one is born and the industry with which one pursues his/her opportunities.