Today I am thankful for: fall weather, reliable transportation, speech therapy for Darrin, Green Mamas, beautiful fresh produce, God's amazing provision!, Madi's good appetite today, freshly bathed kiddos & bedtime snuggles, God's mercy and lovingkindness
I was struck by a number of truths as I read through Psalms tonight. For probably the first time in our marriage, Josh and I are facing a financial crunch. He is a bit stressed by it, but I know that with some planning and focus we will not struggle. God has provided for us and will continue to do so. But I read Psalm 49 and was encouraged that our confidence lies not in our supposed wealth, but in our Lord! It's amazing how so many people work to accumulate riches and possessions just to "have" them. I don't believe it's wrong to "have" things; God blesses us and we should enjoy those blessings in the present and ensure provision for our heirs after we die. But what's the point in hoarding and living greedily without giving to God and others? Your wealth cannot do the most important thing--give you salvation! This life is finite. While we might desire a comfy journey, it's the life after this one that really matters!! I am so thankful that I know and have a relationship with my God. He bestows on me mercy, grace, and blessing and has claimed my heart as His. He alone saves us from death. Even though this life will end, my life with my Lord goes on forever! The most important life policy I can bestow on my kids is to teach them about Jesus and pray they choose His life instead of this life!
I was struck by a number of truths as I read through Psalms tonight. For probably the first time in our marriage, Josh and I are facing a financial crunch. He is a bit stressed by it, but I know that with some planning and focus we will not struggle. God has provided for us and will continue to do so. But I read Psalm 49 and was encouraged that our confidence lies not in our supposed wealth, but in our Lord! It's amazing how so many people work to accumulate riches and possessions just to "have" them. I don't believe it's wrong to "have" things; God blesses us and we should enjoy those blessings in the present and ensure provision for our heirs after we die. But what's the point in hoarding and living greedily without giving to God and others? Your wealth cannot do the most important thing--give you salvation! This life is finite. While we might desire a comfy journey, it's the life after this one that really matters!! I am so thankful that I know and have a relationship with my God. He bestows on me mercy, grace, and blessing and has claimed my heart as His. He alone saves us from death. Even though this life will end, my life with my Lord goes on forever! The most important life policy I can bestow on my kids is to teach them about Jesus and pray they choose His life instead of this life!
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