Good Tuesday morning, my friends.
What does it mean to be "rich"? Are you and I rich? By whose standards? There is no question that when we view the population of the earth as a whole we are in the top 20% by material standards (probably the top 5%). But we look at those around us who have a lot more wealth and say "not me, I'm not rich – that guy is rich!".
But is wealth the real measure of richness? Not by God's standard. Being rich in God's eyes means being in a right relationship with Him. And being in a right relationship with Him brings peace in our hearts. And when we have peace in our hearts we are not concerned with material wealth, rather we want to share all that we have because we trust that by seeking first His kingdom and His righteousness, we will receive everything else we need (Matthew 6:33).
What are you seeking?
Grace and peace be yours in abundance!
Bruce
Father,You have shown the greatest example of what it is to be rich toward us in countless ways, but most especially when You gave Your only Son to be our Savior.You extended to us full forgiveness when we could do nothing to earn it.May we likewise be rich toward You giving ourselves fully in love, obedience, in our resources, and in loving others as we love ourselves.Rather than seeking first a comfortable and secure life here on earth, help us to remember that will come to us in heaven.Instead help us to seek first Your kingdom and Your righteousness and all that is needed will be given to us by Your gracious hand.We thank You for it in Jesus' name.Amen.
 | Bruce MacPherson |
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