Maximizing Your Financial Season

As I reflect on the various seasons of my life, I can now clearly see that there were seasons with many financial opportunities and other seasons where there were less. Some years I purposely took jobs with very little pay and other years I was able to earn more.  Today, I want to encourage you to maximize your financial season, regardless of whether you find yourselves in a season of abundance or a season of scarcity. This means being diligent to multiply whatever resources you have, whether it’s setting aside $10 a week or hundreds of dollars for future investments.  As followers of Christ, we are called to be faithful stewards of what the Lord has entrusted to us. Remember, it’s not about the amount of wealth we possess, but rather how we handle it in accordance with God’s calling. 

The Bible teaches us that during prosperous seasons, it is crucial to remain grounded in our faith and not become attached to worldly possessions. In these times, the Lord may even instruct us to be generous and give away a significant portion of what we have. We must recognize that wealth is a responsibility, not merely a reward, and use it to further God’s Kingdom. Conversely, during seasons of financial scarcity, we are reminded to trust in the Lord’s provision and exercise wisdom in our decision-making. It is vital to seek His guidance and make sound financial choices that align with His will. The Lord is not limited by our circumstances or lack thereof; He is our ultimate provider. Our ultimate goal is to honor the Lord in all aspects of our lives, including our finances. So, whether you find yourself in a season of abundance or scarcity, let us strive to maximize our financial season by seeking God’s wisdom, practicing good stewardship, finding contentment, and taking advantage of the opportunities that God brings our way. 

-GC