One would think I must have gleaned everything out of this topic there was for me to glean, but, each Sunday as I listened to the message shared by the preachers, I have gone home with a lot to think about. And even more for me to change about myself, my character and my actions.
Week one I discovered that my love of financial security is the root of evil in my heart. I put more trust in my 401K than in God. Week two I learned how important it is for me to flee from this distrust and to submit my security to the One who loves me most. Week three was another big one for me: generosity. When I am convicted to help someone, and I have the means to do this, I need to act. And I need to act anonymously (this is my duty, not necessarily yours) and with a generous spirit.
I am still chewing on week four - Stewardship. I heard a few things that spoke to my heart. I need to practice stewardship by recognizing all that I have and taking proper care of it all. Sometimes that means to share with others, sometimes it means to give it away. But always it means I must view my 'stuff' as just that, 'stuff' and to hold on loosely.
Colossians 3:23-24
