An Offertory Devotional video for Sabbath, February 5, 2022, in your @adventistchurch: vimeo.com/657373925.
Putting God first can be difficult. What can we learn from this video that will help us put God first in our lives today?
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We worship God with our resources because He is the Master Consultant. Jesus taught that everything comes with a cost, and it is wiser to know the cost and plan in advance. This life-management principle applies to all aspects of our existence. Ignoring or neglecting this brings embarrassment, trouble, and pain.
A young man was anxious about his upcoming wedding. He knew that the bride was the one he had dreamed of, but he had some real concerns for their finances as a new couple. He would be the only one earning a salary, and previously as a bachelor he could hardly reach the next payday without borrowing some money. Surprisingly, after the first month, the first quarter, and the first year of marriage, the one income was sufficient for the couple’s expenses. They could even reach the next payday with a bit left over for savings. The result was great peace of mind. How was that possible? During their wedding preparation, the pastor counseling them reminded them about the instruction of Jesus to “sit down and estimate the cost.” They learned about the importance of a family budget. Neither of them was an accountant, but with practice, discipline, and God’s help, they established a budget, a roadmap for their expenses.
Today, we live in a generation where we are constantly urged to use our resources without thinking and planning. Commercials and viral advertising appeal to our senses. Many base spending on what they see, hear, touch, smell, and taste. The result is an unhealthy spending pattern leading to some dire consequences. The Master Consultant, Owner, and Provider of all resources provides valuable insights to help us avoid the pitfalls of unwise spending. This week, as we worship with our tithe and regular offerings, called Promise, let us place God and His instructions on the forefront of our lives.