June 3
Some people keep a large stock of foodstuffs. Look into their pantry and you might find cartons of items on hand. They may be used infrequently, but they are ‘there’ in case the need for them arises. Hoarding—whether food items or money—seems unnecessary in light of a few significant realities.
Reality #1: Spoilage may occur.
Reality #2: Natural or man-made disasters can result in their loss.
Reality #3: Tastes may change.
Reality #4: Improved versions may become available.
People who hoard are often individuals who feel compelled to provide for themselves. They don’t trust anyone else to care about them enough to fill any need they may have. Without their own diligence in assuring their needs will be met, they fear they will suffer lack. People in this category rarely trust God either. They fear that if they believe His word, they will be disappointed.
These unfortunate individuals have never taken comfort in the Word which says, “My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from Him. He alone is my rock and my salvation; He is my fortress. I will never be shaken” Psalm 62:1, 2. Only the Lord has the ability to provide our needs when we need them. Only Jesus can save us. Once we let Him do that, we can more easily trust Him for “all things” (see Matthew 6:33).
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