We've been studying proverbs on Thursdays and the more we read them, the more I realize just how blessed I am, how true the word of God is.
Last night we were studying about work, wealth, greed and giving. I'm blessed because I love my job. I am blessed because I don't just show up for the paycheck. I'm glad they pay me because I couldn't afford to work there otherwise, but I would honestly work for free if I could afford to. I am blessed because the Lord taught me early that it all belongs to him anyway, that wealth that comes into my hands should also be used to bless others. I am blessed because I know that the Lord will provide for my every need regardless of the balance of my savings account. Exactly what we do with our money is not as important as the faith behind it. I'm very present focused. While I do have a retirement plan, I don't have much else laid up for the future. I prefer to give it away today, because I might not be here to put it to good use tomorrow. On the other hand, it's not wrong to save for the future. A single man can buy a larger home in anticipation of 4 or 5 kids. It's the faith behind the action that matters. Personal preferances aside, we're simply called to be good stewards.
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