Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank Him for all He has done. Philippians 4:6
“The Christian should never worry about tomorrow or give sparingly because of a possible future need. Only the present moment is ours to serve the Lord, and tomorrow may never come. Money is really worth no more than as it can be used to accomplish the Lord’s work. Life is worth as much as it is spent for the Lord’s service.”
George Muller in The Autobiography of George Muller (New Kensington: Whitaker House, 1984) 212-213.
As many readers know, my wife, Jenni, and I follow the example of George Muller in his four-part rule of life. We let God know our needs, wait on His supply, avoid debt, and as He supplies more than enough, we share it. It’s simple, anyone can do it, and it requires the one thing God expects of His followers: trust.
Many in Rio de Janeiro have resonated with this message. Nydia Garcia Schmidt, GTP Regional Facilitator for Latin America, and I have taught multiple groups about trust, accountability, and generosity. Keep praying for us. Today we fly to Curitiba for more meetings with influential ministry workers who lead huge networks.
Wherever you are and whatever you do, never worry about tomorrow or give sparingly. Money is useless unless you put it to work. Spend yourself for Christ and His kingdom either right where you live or wherever He leads you. As you go, remember you are not alone, listen for His still small voice. It whispers: “With you!”
Few places on the planet are like Rio de Janeiro (pictured above at sunset from Pão de Açucar). While the people are great, it quickly became one of my favorite cities in the world. Why? If you need a reminder that Christ is with you, just look up. That’s “Cristo Redentor” or “Christ the Redeemer” lit up on the hill looking over the city.