Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your toil is not in vain in the Lord. 1 Corinthians 15:58 (NAS)
You talk about how you’re living by faith. But are you really?
I was visiting with a dear friend who is also an entrepreneur. We discussed the trials of not knowing what tomorrow brings and what finances will be available – if at all.
She said, “Janice, before we became entrepreneurs we didn’t know what living by faith was all about. Now, we live the true meaning of ‘living by faith’ because all finances must be provided by God!”
Owning my own business made me more conscious of my prayer life, my spiritual walk, and daily routine. I must be very focused, prayerful, and ready to do what I believe the Lord is showing me. That’s when I realized that I wasn’t really living by faith until now!
From childhood on, I’ve had provision of some kind. Either from my parents, or I had a very steady job. That is, until I felt the Lord leading me to open my own business as a Life Coach. Then reality set in. Every dime must be prayed in, believed for, and I must maintain a thankful heart! That was the day I really started living by faih.
I’m not saying that everyone should quit their jobs and open their own business. But what I am saying is that our trials are opportunities to live by faith. As Paul said to the Corinthians in 1 Corinthians 15:58, we are to be “always abounding in the work of the Lord” and “be steadfast, immovable” in your faith!
Stand strong! When you stand by faith, then God will reward you greatly (Matt 21:21).
During your trials, take this opportunity to praise the Lord. Believe that He will really do exceedingly abundantly above anything you have ever imagined (Eph 3:20). Why? Because He does – and He will!
Resources:
2. Max Greiner, Jr.’s God Inspired Art
