Pata programuMoney Matters: Devotions from Time of GraceMfano
Thinking About Money God’s Way: Our Skills
It’s hard to keep life in balance, isn’t it? Work and play, spouse and kids, me and others.
Here’s where some balanced thought is especially needed--what is the source of my income? Isn’t it me? I need to get a job. I need to show up and work. The payroll checks have my name on them, don’t they?
Of course they do. A problem arises, however, when we overdo that self-reliance to the point where we forget that God is the ultimate cause behind it all.
“You may say to yourself, ‘My power and the strength of my hands, have produced this wealth for me.’ But remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant” (Deuteronomy 8:17,18). God is certainly capable of direct miraculous intervention in our lives, and you may have some sweet stories of miracles in your life. Generally, though, he prefers to work with and through people whenever possible.
But remember that behind all the people are his busy hands, his kind eyes, and his loving smile.
It’s hard to keep life in balance, isn’t it? Work and play, spouse and kids, me and others.
Here’s where some balanced thought is especially needed--what is the source of my income? Isn’t it me? I need to get a job. I need to show up and work. The payroll checks have my name on them, don’t they?
Of course they do. A problem arises, however, when we overdo that self-reliance to the point where we forget that God is the ultimate cause behind it all.
“You may say to yourself, ‘My power and the strength of my hands, have produced this wealth for me.’ But remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant” (Deuteronomy 8:17,18). God is certainly capable of direct miraculous intervention in our lives, and you may have some sweet stories of miracles in your life. Generally, though, he prefers to work with and through people whenever possible.
But remember that behind all the people are his busy hands, his kind eyes, and his loving smile.
Andiko
Kuhusu Mpango huu
Money matters are often difficult to discuss. But the Bible has plenty to say on the topic. These devotions, one for each day of your month, will provide you with insights and wisdom from Scripture about God’s view of money.
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