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Verse of the Day

Proverbs 13:11

Wealth gained by dishonesty will be diminished; but he who gathers by labor will increase.

Application

This proverb is encouraging because it reflects and reaffirms a truth that we see daily in the world around us. It reminds us that your disposition and character will influence your choices.

Therefore, dishonest, foolish or immoral dispositions will be drawn to quick get-rich schemes while honest, wise and moral dispositions know that hard work is a better pathway to prosperity. As character influences the manner in which we earn money, it also influences how we spend our money as well. Money earned foolishly is spent foolishly; money earned wisely will be spent wisely. As Forrest Gump said, "Stupid is as stupid does".

While many life circumstances effect how much we are able to earn and save while working very hard, it is wise to evaluate yourself. Are you working hard with the gifts God has given you? Or do you feel entitled to an easier life? God never intended for others to take care of you. He's given you gifts (intellectual, social, musical, realtional, spiritual, etc.) that were designed to give Him glory while providing for your needs. Use them with joy and gratitude to the best of your ability. Then trust Him to provide. Remember what Matthew 10:29-31 teaches us, that we are worth far more to Him than the sparrows.