The corona virus has caused fear and panic among us. It has changed our business plans and strategies. For some, this pandemic caused their lives, liberty and employment. It has prompted businesses to close down and we were one of those who were severly affected in the business industry. It’s hard.
Today, I received an assurance and a reminder from the scripture. It says, “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love, and self-control.” It was a relief from a day of thinking how to make ends meet for it is an assurance from God that we will survive. It also gave confidence and cleared my thoughts from which business strategy I should take . It was a relief!
But reading the whole chapter made me realized that this verse is not about my business and financial security. Reading further reveals that this is about the assurance of God to those who share and proclaim the gospel. It was St. Paul’s letter to Timothy reminding him that God has given not the spirit of fear but power and love, and self-control to those who serve Him.
See, we can relate verses from the bible in the way we handle business and finance. It works but the very essence of the scriptures isn’t just about money. The essence is about our Salvation and His Lordship over our lives expressed by His great Love for us. We have our jobs, businesses and whatever that’s keeping us busy to earn a living; It’s fine, but remember that we also have a responsibility mandated by God - to spread the Gospel.
A courageous spirit is assured for those who carry and share the gospel. It is not a spirit of fear that reigns in them but power, love and self-control.
Have a great morning!
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