|
“Tell them to use their money to do good. They should be rich in good works and generous to those in need, always being ready to share with others. By doing this they will be storing up their treasure as a good foundation for the future so that they may experience true life.” (1 Timothy 6:18-19 NLT, second edition)
God’s Word tells us to store up our treasures in Heaven (Matthew 6:20-21).
How can we do this? In one of his most misunderstood statements, Jesus said, “I tell you, use worldly wealth to gain friends for yourselves, so that when it is gone, you will be welcomed into eternal dwellings” (Luke 16:9 NIV).
Jesus did not mean for you to “buy” friends with money. What he meant was that you should use the money God gives you to bring people to Christ. They will then be friends for eternity who will welcome you when you get to Heaven! It’s the best financial investment you’ll ever make.
You’ve probably heard the expression “You can’t take it with you,” but the Bible says you can send it on ahead by investing in people who are going there: “By doing this they will be storing up real treasure for themselves in heaven — it is the only safe investment for eternity! And they will be living a fruitful Christian life down here as well” (1 Timothy 6:19 TLB).
What are ways you can invest your money in other people? What are ways you can invest your money in bringing people to Jesus? Pray about this, and see who or what God brings to mind. No matter how small, make one investment in eternity this week.
Your actions will affirm your faith.
PLAY today’s audio teaching from Pastor Rick >>
Talk It Over
- In what area do you spend most of your money?
- How does your investment in that area compare with an eternal investment?
- What is your motivation when you give your money to invest in other people?
| Make a Commitment |
|
 |
|
| TODAY’S SCRIPTURE |
|
| “Commit everything you do to the Lord. Trust him to help you do it, and he will.” |
| (Psalm 37:5, NLT) |
|
 |
|
| TODAY’S WORD from Joel and Victoria |
|
Commitment is a very important word in life. It’s is an essential part of your job, your marriage and your relationship with God. In the Bible, when God says that He is committed to you, He means committed no matter what. He wants you to commit everything you do to Him, so that He can help you succeed.
You can’t be the employee, spouse, or friend God wants you to be without having complete commitment to the cause. The same is true, possibly even more so, in your relationship with Christ. He wants you to commit everything you do to Him because He truly does desire good things for you. You just have to be willing to give it all to Him.
|
|
|
| A PRAYER FOR TODAY |
|
God, help me to be totally committed to You, because I know You are to me. Thank You for promising to help me if I turn my commitments over to You. In Jesus’ Name. Amen.
PS... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D38CH9zmG2w |
|
|
No comments:
Post a Comment