Sunday, 22 December 2024

Greed or grace

“The previous generation has set boundaries in place. Don’t you dare move them just to benefit yourself.”
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭22‬:‭28‬ ‭TPT‬‬

Generations who went before us had more respect for God and His word. They laid a good foundation in laws that respected God’s heart towards the poor and towards all. Greed in our hearts for selfish gain would tempt us to dismiss these laws. If we proceed, our gain would be temporary, for what we sow we reap. Another will come along in our old age and weakness, and inflict their greed on us.

Christmas is awash with movies about Christmas. They usually include greed amd avarice. Being caught in a mad rush to get the ‘last toy’, the ‘last turkey’ shows a generation caught in a ‘me’ mentality. Where is God in this? Where is God’s purposes?

Today I hope to be able to buy a mirror for my flatmates and I. It was posted in a group I belong to for sale by a woman leaving Nepal. She had posted many things for sale but most were taken before I saw the post. However, the one thing I know my flatmates will love is a mirror. My challenge is getting it home. Do I dare try that on a motor scooter or will I take a taxi? Now, if the mirror goes before I arrive then I trust the Lord to provide another way in another time. Church is first.

My God provides all I need. He is the best Father. I can trust Him! Amen!

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