Three years ago, I wrote about the financial crisis we were facing in 2008. This week, I realized nothing has changed. On the one hand, we are still facing a worldwide financial crisis. On the other hand, however, God's precious promise to care for us is also unchanged! Praise His Name!
Here is what I wrote in 2008:
I have a widget on my computer desktop that regularly updates the rise and fall of the dollar. Sometimes it seems the future is rising and falling along with it. The scripture, however, reminds us not to be worried about our future. It is sad when Christian people chase after and worry over all the same things that non-Christian people do including money and possessions. Jesus says, "Do not be anxious saying, 'What shall we eat?' or 'What shall we wear?' For the unbelievers seek after all these things and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness and all these things will be added to you." (Mt. 6:31-33).
Jesus makes at least three things crystal clear. First, he commands us not to worry. It is not necessary to lay awake wondering how to pay those bills or what might happen when we grow older. God takes care of his creation. He can take care of us. Second, he tells us to seek God's kingdom and his righteousness. By this he means to believe in the Lord and be full of zeal for his glory above all other things! Third, he promises that when we have done these things - when we put him first - he will meet all our needs. Now, that's a bold promise, but it is right here in the perfect word of God!
Friends, being responsible and planning for your future is a good idea, but let the Lord's words sink deep into your heart as well. Put him first above all things and ultimately, he will take care of you and those you love! "And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus" (Phil. 4:19).
God's promises were true when the New Testament was written 2,000 years ago, they were true in 2008, and they are still true today! He will take care of His people!
Your friend,
Stephen
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