The Scripture teaches that money is not the solution to money problems. In fact, it says that whoever loves money never has enough, and that the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. Money problems are heart problems and can only be solved by a change of heart initiated by repentance (see 2 Chronicles 7:13-14).
I received this the other day and I have been thinking about it a lot. When I was dirt poor I used to believe that if I had more money things would be better. I craved the ability to get credit cards. I wanted nice things that I couldn't afford. No surprise that when I started making literally double what I used to make I still had money problems. As christmas approaches I am determined to change my heart and repent on spending above my means. I am determined to enjoy the holidays and not spend the following year paying for it or working ridiculous hours in order to have more money to spend. I will spend this year with my eyes on God and not on how many gifts are under the tree. I think I already feel less stress!
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