In many religious circles, the prosperity message has become a dividing force in the body of Christ. Misused and abused by some religious leaders for personal gain, many believers now completely tune out any messages that even skirts the issue of money, finances, tithing, and/or prosperity. Though we understand the negative connotations associated with the prosperity message and the views of both sides of the issue, we thought it to be extremely important that we attempt to discover the truth about prosperity from God’s point of view and not just man’s viewpoint, since so much is written about the topic in the Bible.
We will be the first to admit that we are not scholars nor do we claim to be any experts in the field, but we do have a love for the word of God and we seek the truth in his word. We will also admit that our motives for discovering the truth are somewhat selfish; however, we do share any and all results with those who have that same “ear to hear” as we do. We previously found that God gives us the power or the ability to get wealth, but it is for a very specific reason; so “that he may establish his covenant” (Deuteronomy 8:18). This is God’s viewpoint, his purpose for giving us the ability to get this wealth, and the main reason why we need to talk about prosperity. This is completely different from man’s viewpoint of prosperity, which is only to “increase one’s own self.”
It is vital that we understand there is more to the message and the purpose than just giving or as some have put it, “sowing seed for a harvest” and expecting some kind of hundredfold return based on the amount a person gives. Being a generous giver, being obedient, and walking in faith are important ingredients in the mixture, but understanding the true purpose is the key to receiving the revelation of the prosperity message. In order for any of this to work God’s way, all must be done with the right motives, with the right intentions, and with the right heart.
“Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver” (II Corinthians 9:7).
Attitude plays a very important part in understanding God’s point of view about prosperity. Each of us must make up our own minds and decide in our own hearts as to what to do with this revelation on the purpose of prosperity message. No one should force you to participate nor should you participate grudgingly, reluctantly, out of necessity and/or under compulsion because this is not God’s way. However, understanding the purpose will make you a cheerful and joyous participant in helping God to establish his covenant, which is the true purpose for the prosperity, from God’s point of view.
As always, we pray that today’s inspirational message will abundantly bless you, greatly inform you, and that you will be the better for having read it. If blessed by this message, please share so that others may be blessed as well. Amen.
Enjoy your blessings - KW
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