DO YOU WANT TO PROSPER AND BE BLESSED?

SCRIPTURE:
Whoever gives heed to instruction prospers, 
and blessed is he who trusts in the Lord.  
(Proverbs 16:20)

MEDITATION:
If someone told you how to prosper and be blessed, 
you would probably signup immediately, right?
Each of us may have our own definition of prosperity, but regardless
of how we define it, it is something we would love to achieve.

As far as being blessed, we feel the same as we do about prospering.
Some people feel blessed when they have good health.
Some feel blessed 
when they have good relationships with their family and others.
Being successful in a career is defined as a blessing by some.
Many of us overlook God’s definition of prosperity and blessings.

Our view is often distorted because we are influenced by the world.
We have been brainwashed into 
viewing all aspects of life (good and bad) from a worldly perspective.
However, when we stop, take a breath, and pray, we realize 
that God’s idea of prosperity and blessings is the most accurate.
After all, He is omniscient (all-knowing) and we know we can trust Him!

So what is His formula for prospering and being blessed?
It starts with our ears – we need to listen to righteous instructions.
Secondly, it involves our mind and our will. 
If we don’t “heed” (apply) the instructions, 
then all we have gained is some information.
Consequently, 
we are not moving toward prosperity and blessings from God.

And lastly, we need to trust the Lord completely. 
It makes a lot more sense than trusting ourselves, doesn’t it?
When we follow His instructions, we can experience freedom 
from the disappointment of being incapable of coping 
with the many things that we encounter in this life.
 
God can provide answers to our questions such as, 
“Who am I?” “Why was I born?” “Where am I going?”
When we prosper from God’s point of view, 
we are blessed with a new direction and a new purpose for living.

ACTION:
Are you ready to prosper and be blessed?
God has given you the requirements 
and it is up to you to believe that what He says is true.
It is a matter of trust (which is part of His instructions).

Pray,
“Heavenly Father, I am tired of trying to prosper and receive blessings 
in my own way. I am disappointed in myself for allowing the world to 
steer me in the wrong direction. I want to enjoy prosperity and blessings 
from your perspective, because I know that then and only then will I be 
on the right track for enjoying a new purpose for living that will bring 
me joy. Thank You for teaching me what I need to know in order to 
prosper and receive Your blessings! I trust You to take control of my life.”