Our culture is built upon the idea that we never have enough. No matter what we own, we want more. No matter how high we get promoted, we want more. No matter how great of a vacation we just had, we can’t wait to make the next one even better. We are not satisfied with our cars, houses, jobs, bank accounts, spouses, nor opportunities.
While we want more, thinking it will make us happy, frequently it only adds to our frustration and stress levels. Have you noticed that everytime we acquire something new that it just adds to how much time we have to spend taking care of our possessions and increases the anxiety over them?
Hebrews 13:5 says, “Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.'” God has a better plan for our lives. If we will simply trust Him, He will provide everything that we need. He will probably not give us everything that we want, because that will take our hearts away from Him. But He will give us the things that we need. He doesn’t just give us the material things we need, but also things like love, protection, security, hope, mercy, truth, salvation, redemption, and real joy. And He gives us the promise that He will never leave us. You will never find a better deal anywhere. So let’s stop seeking to acquire and start resting in God’s promises.
Reluctant Retiree 