Years ago, I had quit my job to follow the LORD’s leading of adopting a sibling group of 9. (That’s not a typo.)  As a matter of fact we had 18 kids at home all together.  No job plus 20 of us was not a great combo for our budget.  We survived because of God’s provision through His people.  Many lessons were learned through this time including humbling myself to receive blessing through the body of Christ.  

We had reached a point when things were settled, that I needed to return to work.  I wasn’t sure how hat was going to work because all of the jobs near our home didn’t pay very well and the company I had worked for previously was 2 hrs away. I had already forgotten the power of our God to provide. 

 I spent hours in prayer asking God to find me a job that paid well and was close.  God demonstrated His power in His timing, by providing a consulting opportunity to work from home with my former employer.  I saw God’s ability to not only provide but also His abundance poured over us as I made more money and my job had less responsibility.  

God knows your need and desires to show you His power to provide abundantly.  Humbly ask and expect Him to do immeasurably more, and by all means let your lips continually praise Him!

Reflection

Do you really believe that nothing is impossible for God?

In what ways has He done immeasurably more than you have asked or imagined?

Praise Him out loud for His mighty works!

Prayer

Father, nothing is impossible with You! We praise You, that when you answer us you do it abundantly.  For the earth is Yours and everything in it.  Thank you for blessing us beyond measure.  May our lives be a continual blessing and glory back to you, in Jesus’ name, Amen!

So why don’t we give more?   Is it the stories of those who embezzle funds from so called charitable organizations that turn you off?  Is it that feeling of fear of not having enough for yourself?  Whatever the reason, it’s important to examine our motives.  

Look at verse 8.  God is able to make all grace abound to you resulting in abundance for your mission (not for your collection).  Material blessings are a way to glorify God. Too many times we are about acquiring and collecting instead of cheerfully giving. 

Personal Reflection

What do you have in your possession that would benefit someone else in need?  What material item(s) do you have that receive your greatest affections?   
Prayer Focus

LORD, our God, we have brothers and sisters in true need.  Please reveal them to us and then give us the courage to let go of our stuff trusting your your abundance.  May God received all the glory. In Jesus’ Name, Amen!