Global Crises: A real problem to many

The global crises with the economy and its effects in our daily lives can be alarming. It is a real problem for many. Prices have risen, jobs are scares and people worry about the future.

By Yemti Harry Ndienla

However, this is the ideal time for spirituality to kick-in. This is the ideal time when we need to turn to our biggest resource of all and allow ourselves to be guided by the power of faith.
Money is useful and necessary. Faith is essential and indispensable. If Jesus had wanted us to depend on financial wizardry He would have shown us how. Instead he wanted us to depend on Him and to learn to trust in Him. So He instructed us in the ways of faith, which involves learning how to survive crises, suffering and death.
Everyone suddenly has less money. Does that mean we have less faith? No.
Our income is seeing a small decline. And yet activity has increased: More involvement, more enthusiasm, and more commitment.
However, God is happy for our continued support and the work we do.
In the same way he is hopeful that our income might improve as the economy recovers, so God is hopeful for the personal financial difficulties we may be facing at this present time.
Christ first and Christ last. You have been trained to trust in Him. Do that now. You will find peace and the strength to persevere.

For your reflection:
Have you less money than faith?
Do you want more faith or more money?
Are you hopeful for the future?