Be A Somebody!

"You shall not covet your neighbor's house. You shall not covet your neighbor's wife, or his male or female servant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor." Exodus 20:17

Do you ever find yourself wishing for fame, notoriety, fortune, and worth in this world? This comes because of the way our society puts folks on a pedestal  who seem to have it all. The penthouse, the foreign trips, the starring role, an Ivy League degree, the fancy car, magazine cover recognition , a special job title. My question is what good is all this if the person who has it is not following Jesus? Not saying that folks in those categories don't but it could be easy to become puffed up. 

This life is so very temporary. Seems so many forget that and live for the hear and now. Comparison is a real killer of joy. For one thing God does not want you to be discontent but to be joyful just where you are. If you are blessed by fame and fortune give God the glory. 

Basically we who call ourselves believers are not to fall into the trap of coveting or desiring what someone else has. A friend gave me a sign once that simply said "Be Yourself. Everyone Else Is Taken." What a wise saying and way to live. 

PRAYER: Help me be happy just where I am in life and not be jealous of others or desirous of what they have. Help me to press on to achieve the goals and dreams in my life you have set in my heart. In Jesus' name. Amen.

RV's, Mansions, Boats, Trips, Oh My!

 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. Philippians 4:11-12

Do your ever find yourself swooning over someone's newly acquired motor home, speed boat, motorcycle, travel plans, or massive home? It is human nature to have envy in our heart but God's nature is to be content with what you have and to not covet or desire others possessions.

Here in the United States all of us are the envy of many in Third World countries. I mean you have running water right? How about electricity? A roof over your head? Food in the refrigerator even some spoiled because you're bought too much and forgot about it. Indeed we are blessed without all the other fancy added stuff.

Today don't be desiring other things and putting yourself in debt to get something your probably don't really need and may not even use. Be yourself and be thankful. Keep your eyes on the cross and the lust of the flesh should go away.

PRAYER: Thank you Lord for the many blessings in my life. I am indeed blessed. Even if I am sick I am blessed with access to awesome medical care. I thank you for freedom to worship you and for the many friends in my life. In Jesus' name. Amen.