Today's Devotion
Sunday, December 14, 2003


"Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health,
even as thy soul prospereth."  3 John 1:2


Today's Thought

To prosper . . . from the Greek word "euodoo" literally means "to help on
the road" . . . speaking of a journey!

Have you ever wondered why the Bible encourages prosperity when so many have
struggled with the issue for their entire lives? There are many different
things that may play a role in a person's inability to experience an
increase . . . but we tend to forget that prosperity is a journey. It starts
at one point and passes through much adversity until the individual finds
himself truly prosperous. A common mistake, however, is thinking that
"prosperity" is associated with monetary gain. Prosperity comes in many
flavors and sizes . . . to be prosperous could mean to have your immediate
needs met, to be prosperous in the Word of God, to live peaceably with your
neighbors, to have a happy home, to have good health, etc. We are all on a
journey toward prosperity . . . some of us are farther along than others,
but it's the same path when we're following in His footsteps!

Take a few moments today and thank the Lord for making you prosper . . .
physically, emotionally and spiritually. Cling to Him while on your journey;
allow Him to prosper you in whatever way pleases Him most. Amen!


Today's Prayer

Father, help me, Lord, to rest in you when it comes to monetary and material
things. Lord, remind me that true prosperity is more than just money, but it
is forging forward on a path to become rich in the things of God, in my
family and home, in whichever way bring the most glory to You. You are
worthy, Lord! Amen!


Have a blessed day!


Jan Ross
rross@...

"For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a
doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of
wickedness." (Psalm 84:10)