The widow in Luke 21 was commended for giving her all – her very livelihood. What about us?

Most of us give from our surplus.

The widow had no surplus. She showed complete confidence in God’s provision for her. Why not us?

The truth is we are totally dependent on God for the very breath we take, much less the money we have. Let’s put God at the top of our budget in total confidence that He will provide for us.

After all – It’s not our money.

What does the parable of the Rich Fool in Luke 12: 16-21 tell us about retirement? Remember this man wanted to store up his goods in ever larger barns and then sit back, relax, eat, drink, and be merry. Except God would demand his life that night.

So should we not store up retirement funds and plan for leisure in retirement? I think rather we are to acknowledge that all we have is from God, and as good stewards, we are to use these resources for the good of His kingdom.

No hoarding resources or wasting talents. What can you do with your time, talent and treasure to serve God by serving His people?

Because after all, It’s not your money!