Point to Ponder: Life is a test and a trust.
Question to Consider: What has happened to me recently that I now realize was a test from God? What are the greatest matters God has entrusted to me?
One of my greatest tests in my life is having a family. God has entrusted to me, in part, the health and welfare of 4 other individuals. Not only am I to care for them physically and financially, but also spiritually. I am to set an example everyday for them. Talk about a test and a trust! The more I examine my life and all aspects of it, it all leads back to God. The way I behave and speak effects all those around me, especially my children. God trusts me to set a Godly example. I am physically and mentally gifted by God to perform my job. By using those gifts to their fullest, I am honoring those gifts, setting an example for others. When I honor God by using those gifts to their fullest, God rewards me with financial well being. When I use those financial gifts wisely, I am caring and providing for my family, thus fulfilling my trust with God. It all comes from and goes back to Him! daily tests that I see myself failing are moments of interaction with my family. My temper can flair, my tongue can be sharp, and I find myself speaking in anger, not in love. That is not the example I want to set for them. I pray that God continues to aid me in that struggle. That he softens my temper and helps me to show grace and love ALWAYS to my family.
What do you have that god hasn't given you? And if all you have is from God, why boast as though you have accomplished something on your own? (1 Corinthians 4:7b {New Living Translation})
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