“The eyes of the LORD are in every place, beholding the evil and the good.” Proverbs 15:13 “Neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight; but all things are naked and opened unto the eyes of Him we have to do.” Hebrews 4:13. We cannot hide our actions nor our thoughts and intents from the Lord. He knows all things and exposes that which is in opposition to His will and call. This most definitely pertains to our money!
In studying a virtuous woman (Proverbs 31) I’m learning more about our responsibilities and our requirements & expectations not only as women, but as being our husband’s help mate. “She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.” Proverbs 31:27. Carefully tending the needs of her family:
Mentally~ encouraging and building them up.
Physically~ making sure they are properly clothed, clean and fed healthy.
Emotionally~ giving words of encouragement, hugs and wiping tears.
Spiritually~ Training our children in the ways of the Lord, giving them a firm foundation in Christ, and being the example they need us to be in doing as we say according to the Word of God not influencing them in the ways of the world. Praying with them regularly and sharing the Word of God.
Financially~ we must spend and save our money wisely. God has given us what we need to meet our needs, but it’s up to us to prayerfully go about each penny according to His will... and saving for the days ahead so we are prepared in times of need.
In asking the Lord to place me in the refiner’s fire, He is showing me this is an area I must allow Him to work in me and change the ways I’ve grown accustom to. The world screams independence! The Lord on the other hand demands unity! He wants to bless us yes, but He wants us to seek His will over ours in every matter. This most definitely includes our money. My husband and I have separate bank accounts. The relationship and mentality of our finances has always been, what’s mine is mine and what’s yours is yours. Too much independence can be bad when abused. This will cause great division. Just what the enemy wants! Separation in our marriages due to walls put up from lack of trust will also put up walls between us and God.
If the financial responsibility is yours as it is mine, I strongly urge you to seek the Lord’s council in everything! Every penny spent and every penny saved! The Lord wants us to rely on Him, when we take matters into our own hands we bring upon ourselves chaos and destruction! Wrecked finances lead to ruin. Be responsible with what the Lord has given you and trust Him to provide every need. Praying restoration be upon you and yours as I know the Lord is working behind the scenes for you and me! We can’t hide from Him, He knows all… give the Lord what belongs to Him, budget and be prepared for the days ahead. We are in the last days and those who are unprepared for what lies ahead will find themselves in a whole heap of trouble. Start with a little backup food and water, but always pray about each thing. Go as the Lord leads and you will see He’s met it all with enough for a backup reserve! Speak to those mountains in faith and the Lord will move them. Some of us have had to learn the hard way and I’m trying to share wisdom gained. The refiner’s fire is HOT and is PAINFUL, but well worth the changes the Lord has made and continues to do. Take that leap of faith and do what’s right. There will be far less messes to clean up and a more peaceful environment within your home. No one has a money tree, but we do have the riches of the Lord and when used according to His purpose for out number any money tree possibilites. TRUST is KEY! Do you trust Him enough to give Him every aspect of your life?
Every choice with every breath is an open door to glorify the Lord! May we be more diligent in living OUTLOUD in every area of our life. From big to small, the Lord requires all. The longer you hold tight to your own ways, the tougher the struggle becomes. Nothing is hidden from Him. What He's entrusted to you belongs to Him. How will you handle these great responsibilities?
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