1 Timothy 6:17 says “Instruct those who are rich in this present age not to be so arrogant or to set their hope on the uncertainty of wealth, but on God who richly provides us with all things to enjoy.”
My first real job out of college, I worked in IT and made a lot of money. I have been reminded by friends recently that I was generous and willing to share when I had the means. Unfortunately, I took it for granted and in that manner, admit that I was arrogant.
These days, I am in transition. I don’t have the means that I once did. I’m learning to be a better steward of what I do have and I am grateful for all I do have because I have more than most. This week, however, I have been trying to figure out how to pay my bills that are due before getting paid again next week. It has been a matter of prayer and trying to figure out how long I can put things off.
Today, I got both my bonuses from my two jobs. I am in tears even writing this because God provided and he provided more than enough.
Some trust in chariots, and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.
Psalm 20:7
We had one of those moments this past week. I’m still trying to compose a blog post about it.