Make a Difference in the Economy

By:Chuck Bentley

  Are you frustrated with our nation’s current economic mess? Are you wondering what you can do to make a difference?

Throughout biblical history, God used individuals to change nations. His plan is that we live in His economy, not man’s.
 
You and I reflect our government and our culture. You can complain about the state of our country or start following God’s plan to make a real difference.

Some people think change will only come through the ballot box. I agree it would be great to have leaders who believe God’s ways are better but we can’t wait for that.

You and I must begin to say no and live differently, according to God’s ways. We must show the way instead of complaining. True change will only come when God’s people begin following His glorious 3-part economic plan.

The industrial revolution was led by people who loved the Lord. They had common moral values and a solid work ethic that allowed commerce to thrive. So the first way to make a difference in America’s economy is to work.

The second way is to manage what God has given us, faithfully and wisely. We must live within our means, eliminate debt, save for the future and be very generous to the poor.

The third way to make a difference is to walk in humble obedience. Acknowledge that God is your Creator and seek to bring glory to Him in all that you do. Fulfill His purposes for your life.

When you and I begin to do those things, it will be radically noticeable. We’ll become the salt and light we’re called to be during this season of economic uncertainty.

Take The Short Cut

There were some boys who wanted to go to the ball park and on their way there one boy said to the other, “Hey, I know a short cut-go down this alley and jump over this fence.” And when they did, they arrived before the other boys. In life we can take the long way around or we can “take the shortcut.” There are many short cuts in life, especially in the Kingdom of God.

There are some simple shortcuts to maintaining financial freedom. One shortcut is to pray that God will place you in the right church under the right pastor and spiritual covering. Another shortcut to maintaining blessings in your life is to continuously tithe. In Deut. 14:22, we learn that “the tithe is the Lord’s” and so when you do not tithe, you are robbing God and this brings curses upon you. Also, you should give offerings to the Lord; in Malachi 3:7-12, it informs that after tithe we should give God an offering and that gives us blessings and financial freedom.

Furthermore, you should bless your man and/or woman of God. Many people are hindered because logically they think that they should not give to their leaders because they are already blessed; however, this principle is effective and proven and you will be blessed. Also, when you do give to God or man, do not seek recognition or praise for your giving because if you get your reward from man, you will not receive your reward in heaven for such deeds.

Lastly, get under the vision of the house. If God told the pastor to have a soup kitchen, purpose in your heart to do whatever God has you to do. If you have the desire to do something for God, but you do not have the resources for it,  just believe God because God will increase your income so that you can fulfill what he purposed for you to do.

In all things, obedience is key, and if you follow these six steps, financial freedom will follow, no matter the circumstance. Just remember-God will give seed to the sower.

Written by Janice Hart-Burris