Obedience was our first step in my last post to changing in a
time of desperation and hardship. God
expects and deserve our obedience. If
you say you love the Lord, then follow his Word. Plain and simple. Will it be easy, no? Bad habits and
somethings we have not thought about are disobedient actions. While we work to
change our actions and attitudes, there is work to do in step 2 with our money,
time, and life management skills. Times are urgent and correction is necessary. You may be wondering what is there to manage, "I am out of work" or "receiving a reduced pay." Are you thinking, “I am broke and have nothing to manage at this point.” Manage what you have to today and move
forward.
“Then he said to
them, “Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does
not consist in an abundance of possessions.” ~Luke
12:15 (NIV)
“Therefore I tell you, do not be
anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about
your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more
than clothing?” ~ Matthew 6:25
Saints the following will not be
sweet as sugar, but the sting of a cut depending on how it hits home. Your
personal task will vary and the degree of change need, but You Can Do It. The emphasis
is to help us and prompt us to strive for better if we just reflect honestly
and take action. God wants us to have
the very best of what He offers.
1. Review your
spending habits on the things you purchased or paying out on now. Do you have more cars than necessary? Do you have memberships that are not being
used? Did you sign-up for Netflix, since you have more time at home? STOP!
Think for a moment and write it down.
2. You are working
from home now, what are you purchasing during this pandemic time? Did you purchase an abundance of snacks, and
drinks or luxury meats—you are going to be cooking, right? STOP! Think for a
moment and write it down.
3. Check your time
management skills. I am working at home
or maybe not, and everyone is at home too. What
is the first thing you do to Thank God each day? How much time do you really spend with your child
(ren) now? Is your house cleaner or did you finish reading the three books you
started? STOP! Think for a moment and
write it down.
4. Reconnect your
family with spiritual guidance and fellowship.
How long ago was it when the entire family prayed together in your
home? Can your child (ren) recall a
scripture that will encourage them? How
many times did you tell your child (ren) or husband you loved them today? STOP!
Think for a moment and write it down.
5. Slow down and
make a plan. Have you planned your meals for the week? Do you allow everyone to
do whatever and eat whatever they want all day? What life skill have you
planned to teach your child (ren) about this pandemic? Can your family survive
with less luxury? STOP! Think for a
moment and write it down.
Yes, this does hit hard. I pondered over this message. However, over the last 2 days I received many confirmations to present it as it was given. We will breakdown money, time, and life
management skills and give some tools to help. To start: Tell yourself “I want
to live better and wiser.” Teach
yourself and your family how to be discipline with the necessary things in
life. Teach each other's how to love
better and acknowledge that GOD is YOUR everything.
Always remember: Our God is FAITHFUL! Who will you TRUST?
Stay Focused and Be Blessed!
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