We go to work in the morning and work all day to earn money to pay for clothes, food, and a place to live. Some people work six days a week and some seven— all day long, every day.
We work long hours, often to neglect of family, and our reward comes in the form of a paycheck, which often is not enough to do all we want or need it to do.
And, all of this is necessary, if we are to live a responsible life. In fact, the Bible teaches that ” if a man does not take care of his family, he is worse than an infidel.” (1 Timothy 1:5)
But is this all there is to life? Isn’t there something more? Jesus asked the question:
” What good is it for a man to gain the whole world, yet forfeit his soul?” (Mark 8:36)
Yes, we are to work to provide for our families, but not to the neglect of our relationship with God.
Jesus said: ” Is not life more important than food and the body more important than clothes?” (Matthew 6:25)
And again, Hè said: ” Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven…….” (Matthew 6 :19,20)
He also instructed us to: “…… seek “first“ “His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these “things” will be given to you as well.” (Matthew 6 :33)
The responsible person will work and provide for family. However, for life to have meaning, we must first establish a meaningful relationship with God through faith in Jesus Christ. So, where, what or who is your priority? Take time today from your busy schedule and seek God as He is revealed in the Bible. If you need help, make an appointment with your Pastor or a Christian friend.
Seek Him and He will bless you and your family.
And remember:” Is” is, only as “Is” does. (James 2:20)