Ezekiel 30-31, Hebrews 13, Proverbs 16:8-17
Hebrews 13:5-6 (ESV)
“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.” So we
can confidently say, “The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do
to me?””
In Hebrews 13:5–6, the writer warns Jewish Christians about
the dangers of money and greed. Jesus taught that a believer cannot serve both
the Lord and money. When we begin to love money, it can subtly replace our
reliance on the blessings of God the Father. Instead, believers are called to
value contentment, trusting that the Lord is a good shepherd who faithfully
provides everything we need. Because we have the assurance of Father-God’s
presence and provision in our lives, we can prioritize spiritual wealth over
material wealth. We can confidently declare that we have His help, His guidance
through the Holy Spirit, and His protection from every earthly danger.
Contentment is something I struggle with the most. I always
seem to want more and more things. When I moved six years ago, I was shocked by
how much I had accumulated. I remember making a pile of all my clothes on the
bed—and it stood nearly two feet high. Some items didn’t fit, but I kept them
“just in case.” A few even had the price tags still attached. Yet I can
remember feeling, at the time, that I never had enough to wear.
With the Holy Spirit’s guidance, I now pause before buying
any new clothing. I look in my closet and count how many of that item I already
own. Then I try them on to make sure they still fit and that I still like them.
If they don’t, I donate or throw them out. I don’t want another closet full of
clothes that don’t fit or that I never wear. These small practices have helped
me become a better steward of my money, and they’ve allowed me to give more
generously to the work of my church. Regularly reviewing my belongings has also
shown me that Father-God not only provides what I need—He often gives me what I
want. I truly serve a good Father-God who loves me and calls me His beloved
child.
If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place
your faith in Jesus Christ, who longs to be a good shepherd in your life—this
may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him through the prayer
below, expressing your trust and your desire to walk with Him. Father-God is
faithful, and He is ready to meet you right where you are.
Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for
all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart
that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is
my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of
salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made
new in Jesus’ name. Amen.
If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of
Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full-Gospel,
Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s
love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.
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