Many times over the years I have had to deal with a tight budget. The economy has highs and lows. The good news is; God (Jesus) is the same yesterday, today and forever. (Hebrews 13:8)
In Psalm 37:25 we read I have not seen the righteous forsaken...
My God will meet all of your need according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. (Philippians 4:19) In Jeremiah 33:3 we are encouraged to call upon God, and he will answer us.
I remember years ago, as a new Christian, I had to make a difficult decision concerning the scarcity of food in the house. With payday two weeks away and one chicken in the freezer as well as very little in the refrigerator and cupboards.
A family member wanted to come over and spend the evening playing games and visit (which included eating dinner.) What in the world would I do! I could make a pot of soup and hope it would stretch the rest of the month, or make our favorite company dinner (oven fried chicken w/mashed potatoes.) It was quite the dilemma for me at the time.
After a simple "Lorrrrrd, what should I do?" I heard the answer quietly in my heart,: Trust me! Serve your favorite to your guests." So that's just what I did!
We had a fun night of fellowship, a great meal and I didn't worry whether or not I would have food for the rest of the month.
The next day an unexpected check came in the mail. An abundance, more than enough
for groceries came just in time. We were also able to give the house a fresh coat of much-needed paint.
This scripture is one of the keys to having the ability to ask and receive what God sees as best for us in his perfect timing:
Matthew 6:33: "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you."
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