Today's wise quote is derived from Ecclesiastes 5:19(NLT*) - And it is a good thing to receive wealth from God and the good health to enjoy it. To enjoy your work and accept your lot in life—this is indeed a gift from God.
I grew up with the notion that it was somehow bad for the rich to enjoy their wealth(Societal opinions) ......i use to hear people labelling them as 'Show offs' just because they had the means of acquiring the nice houses, cars or have been promoted. What they failed to realise was that, these people had worked hard to gain their riches or gained that promotion and they by all means had the right to enjoy them.
You can argue that some don't gain their wealth in the right way, that is fair and good but for the selected lot who does, God is saying that they have every right to enjoy their toil because it is His good and perfect gift to them.
As a mother of four strong- minded individuals, it is sometimes difficult to reason with them. But the one thing i always tell them is no matter what they do in life 'Hard work rewards' so to get that toy from mum and dad, you've got to work for it. It is a word which usually doesn't go down well but once they are rewarded, they realise the joy of their hard work.
What is it that you're striving to achieve? You may be struggling with your degree or maybe even thinking of giving up. You might be working tirelessly to replace your car. There is a promotion you have been working endless nights just to get or maybe a place to call your home. Today God is saying He's given you good health to work and when you have achieved whatever it is your toiling for, enjoy them because its His Gift to You. Have a blessed day as you think about these words.
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*New Living Translation
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