At BSF this week, during discussion, when asked about Debt, one of the guys pointed out that:

“Debt restricts God’s ability to use us for His purpose”

I thouhgt that was a real good statement, ’cause say we are in debt to someone for $25k in Credit and other things… Most of our time will be focused on eliminating that debt (time), worrying about the debt (mind) and paying off the debt (resources). If our time, mind and resources are focused on the debt, how can they be used by God? Sure, we are supposed to pay off the debt, but the key is not to get into debt in the first place. If we really trust that God will provide for us, this should not be a problem. Of course…easier said than done…

Also, during the lecture, it made me think about God’s love. We can never repay God’s lov for a couple of reasons. First, He paid the ultimate price on the cross, and if we were to pay that price, we would be dead…plain and simple…no coming back to finish paying the debt. Why would we need to finish you ask? Simple, God has continued to show His love for us every day since… There is not enough time (period) for a person to repay the love of God!Â

…BUT…

It doesn’t matter. He does not need repayment, he does not ask for it, or require it. All he asks for is our love, and our obedience.Â

What a great God!

Finally, have you ever heard the statement, “you reap what you sow”? Well, it seems that most wise statements have their origin in the Bible, and this is no exception. Unfortunately, they lose some of their “punch” over the years… In Gal. 6:7-8, this verse starts out with, “Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap” When you read the whole verse, it gives a little more clarity. God will not be tricked, mocked or deceived. He knows your heart and your actions, and you will reap what you sow! A little scary…or comforting, depends on how you look at it!