More Than Enough

"When the vessels were full, she said to her son, “Bring me another vessel.” And he said to her, “There is not another.” Then the oil stopped flowing." 2 Kings 4:6

I love the story of the widow's oil in 2 Kings 4 (read through it when you get a chance). Basically, a widow was responsible for her husbands debts and she had no collateral except her sons, who were to be sold into slavery. The prophet Elisha gave her instructions to provide a space for God to move. When she did, there was overflow. She had more than enough to survive; she was able to thrive. Do you leave room for God to work in your life? Do you allow enough space for him to move in a mighty way? Happy Thursday! :) 

Abundance

"Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us" Ephesians 3:20 

This week, my church has been doing Vacation Bible School for all ages. Last night's lesson was about Jesus feeding the multitude (Matthew 14). The teacher had us look at the story as one of abundance. He said, "imagine if you had $5000 worth of bills and $50 in the bank...but your dad was Bill Gates. You wouldn't worry about things getting paid, because your father has all the resources." In the same way, God will meet us in our deficiency. He always has more than enough, we simply have to submit ourselves, our problems, our everything to him. Happy Friday! 

Satisfied

Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” Hebrews 13:5

I saw The Walls Group and Tye Tribbett in concert a few days ago and amazing isn't a strong enough word to use. It was 3.5 hours of straight worship! If Tye ever comes to a city near you, GO! Anywho, The Walls sang this song called "Satisfied" and the lyrics are so on point. Basically, they're asking if they never got the job, material things, or the dreams that they prayed for didn't come true, would they be satisfied simply by the relationship they have with Jesus. Think about it. If NOTHING about your life changed, you would still have more than enough because of God's grace and provision. Look up that song on YouTube or Spotify and meditate on the lyrics. Are you satisfied...or nah? :) Happy Thursday! 

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A way out of no way

"But The Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one" 2 Thessalonians 3:3 

No matter what circumstances we find ourselves in, The Lord will protect us. Though at times things seem impossible (see yesterday's post), The Lord will make a way out of no way. He will make things occur that were out of the question or not an option. Daily, I am blown away by his faithfulness! Even if there's a little doubt mixed in with faith; He always provides for his children. Worried about something? Give it to God and rest. 

"Blessed be The Lord, who daily bears us up; God is our salvation." Psalm 68:19

(Original Post: November 19)

Preparation for the Famine

"He who tills his land will be satisfied with bread" Proverbs 12:11 

There are over 2000 verses in the Bible that talk about money and provision. This particular verse teaches that God gives us seasons of plenty to prepare to seasons of need. If there is a time where things are great financially, that should be the time that we save and give. If we do that, God will ensure that we're provided for. In turn, we will have a more patience to allow Him to move on our behalf.

"Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing?" Matthew 6:25 

(Original Post: November 15)