For weeks now we have been inundated with ads for “Black Friday”. In fact, those sales which were once just that one super day after Thanksgiving have been going on since the first part of November.
Black Friday – Cyber Monday! The “wanting” season has started.
Retailers are doing their best to convince us that our lives won’t be complete unless we buy this or that – go here or there – have the very latest that technology has to offer!
Don’t get caught up spending more than you have. It’s madness. There was an economist report on the news the other night that told how many people still haven’t paid for all the “great deals” they got last year. Millions of dollars worth.
Don’t buy into it.
“You, Lord, are my shepherd. I will never be in need. 2 You let me rest in fields of green grass.You lead me to streams of peaceful water, 3 and you refresh my life.You are true to your name, and you lead me along the right paths. 4 I may walk through valleys as dark as death, but I won’t be afraid.You are with me, and your shepherd’s rod[a] makes me feel safe. 5 You treat me to a feast, while my enemies watch.You honor me as your guest, and you fill my cup until it overflows. 6 Your kindness and love will always be with me each day of my life, and I will live forever in your house, Lord.” Psalm 23 CEV
Our Shepherd provides all we need: rest, food, water, protection from danger, guidance, overflowing blessings, love and kindness. Now those are things that He gives us freely – more than money can buy!
This year give the best gifts – give your time, your love, be patient and understanding. Help those who have less – make a difference. Let’s show our children and our grandchildren that it is truly “more blessed to give than to receive”. It’s so much fun to give.
Thank you Father for your “pro vision”, for seeing ahead in my life and giving me more than I deserve.