June 2, 2011
The risk of prosperity
If you are wise a certain amount of wealth and luxury will come your way. There is nothing inherently wrong with these blessings (Pro 21:20, 22:4). The trick is to remain wise once wealth increases. Too many get caught in the trap of Mammon worship. Like any blessing, money can be abused (1Ti 6:10). It is possible to be addicted to wealth. If you want to continue to be wise then save and give and live sensibly. Allow God to pour resources into the kingdom through you. (Pro 3:9-10, 1Ti 6:17-18) “Bring the whole tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house, and test Me now in this,” says the LORD of hosts, “if I will not open for you the windows of heaven and pour out for you a blessing until it overflows. (Malachi 3:10 NASB)
June 3, 2011
Wisdom for work
The Scriptures value diligence and competence at work. (Pro 10:14, 22:29) It does not pay to be lazy in mind or body. Laziness is not only frustrating to those around you, it is ultimately unsatisfying for you. There is nothing like the sense of accomplishment and reward when you know you are a fully qualified asset to the team. Not to mention the material benefits (Pro 24:3-4). However, it is possible to overdo the “work ethic.” (Pro 23:4, Psa 127:2) As with all things, the Bible endorses a sensible approach. Work hard, rest well. Then you will be blessed and you will be a blessing to those around you.
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