August 23, 2018
But whoever has this world’s goods, and sees his brother in need, and shuts up his heart from him, how does the love of God abide in him?
I John 3:17
Some of God’s most faithful servants are poor. But others of God’s most faithful servants are rich. Does this please God? Yes.
God has a plan for each of His children, and His plan is in line with His perfect will for us. In their life filled with exceptional need, those who are serving God learn to trust Him and follow His plan. In their life of abundance, God’s wealthy children learn to enjoy God’s material blessings and also learn the joy of life-changing generosity to those in need.
In both cases, there is a test of love. Do God’s struggling children love Him enough to serve Him in times of poverty faithfully? Do God’s wealthy children love Him more than money and possessions and show their love through incredible generosity. God’s giving plan is not socialism, it is driven by a heart of obedience to the one who owns it all.
Ken Turner
