Read Online Supernatural Abundance: A Journey To The Father's House by Leif Hetland - Free Book Online
Authors: Leif Hetland
Ads: Link
ocean, a steward walked by and said, “Young man, it's lunchtime. Why don’t you come and join us in the dining room?” The young man said, “Sir, I only just had enough money for passage. I don't have enough money to pay for food.” The steward said, “Let me see your ticket.” The steward looked at the man's ticket and said, “This ticket is a full fare ticket which entitles you to lodging, food, and every amenity the ship offers!”
This young man had the mentality that is too common among believers today. He was willing to go without food to pursue his dream, though in fact, he was entitled to everything the ship had to offer. You may think, What a tragedy! But there are many people that live their whole lives like this young man.
Let me share with you some thoughts about the spirit of poverty and what wealth and abundance really means.
There is a scripture that describes what I’m talking about:
Whoever disregards discipline comes to poverty and shame, but whoever heeds correction is honored.” (Proverbs 13:18)
Someone asked me, “What is an idol?” The best definition I've ever read is, “Anything you have to check with before obeying the instructions of the Holy Spirit.” When we live in the cycle of “insufficiency,” we will many times say “NO” to Holy Spirit! The spirit of poverty must be exposed before it can ever be broken.
I want to break down the individual links in the chain of poverty for you. Before I do, it would be helpful to define terms that are often discussed in the body of Christ:
•Riches
•Wealth
•Prosperity
•Abundance
Riches or Wealth:
“And you shall remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you power to get wealth that He may establish His covenant which He swore to your Fathers, as it is this day.” (Deuteronomy 8:18)
When speaking of the word wealth, some only view it in terms of money. This is a great deception. Money is only a part of true wealth. In my life I have seen many people who have a great deal of money, but I would not consider them truly wealthy.
When using these two words “riches or wealth,” we are speaking about considerable financial or material assets. There is more to it than just having large bank accounts, or owning large estates. I’m sure you have met people just like I described. They have many “things,” but that does not equal wealth.
My definition of wealth may be a little different from yours. I believe that wealth is: being provided for through an unlimited supply. Philippians 4:13 says: “And my God shall supply all of your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
We need to understand! Wealth must be viewed in light of present need. For example, money may not be the present need. The need may be healing for a family member, peace of mind, a new job situation, or help for a rebellious child. Financial wealth is not the end in itself. God's ultimate will for us is we be made whole.
“Measure wealth not by the things you have, but by the things you have for which you would not take money.”
~Anonymous
Did you know the most famous gold strike in American history occurred in January 1848 when a man named John Marshall found gold at Sutter's Mill in northern California? The find set off a gold rush that reached a frenzied pitch. It even attracted prospectors from Europe. But it ruined Marshall and John Stutter; the man who owned the land where gold lay for the taking. Gold seekers overran Sutter’s land, his cattle were stolen, and he was driven into bankruptcy. Marshall died drunken and penniless.
What is Prosperity and Abundance?
I’m linking two words together to help you understand what I mean when I talk about prosperity and abundance.
When using these two words, it does not necessarily mean that a person has much money in the bank, or owns great material possessions. The promise from God is that all of your needs will be met, and there will
This young man had the mentality that is too common among believers today. He was willing to go without food to pursue his dream, though in fact, he was entitled to everything the ship had to offer. You may think, What a tragedy! But there are many people that live their whole lives like this young man.
Let me share with you some thoughts about the spirit of poverty and what wealth and abundance really means.
There is a scripture that describes what I’m talking about:
Whoever disregards discipline comes to poverty and shame, but whoever heeds correction is honored.” (Proverbs 13:18)
Someone asked me, “What is an idol?” The best definition I've ever read is, “Anything you have to check with before obeying the instructions of the Holy Spirit.” When we live in the cycle of “insufficiency,” we will many times say “NO” to Holy Spirit! The spirit of poverty must be exposed before it can ever be broken.
I want to break down the individual links in the chain of poverty for you. Before I do, it would be helpful to define terms that are often discussed in the body of Christ:
•Riches
•Wealth
•Prosperity
•Abundance
Riches or Wealth:
“And you shall remember the Lord your God, for it is He who gives you power to get wealth that He may establish His covenant which He swore to your Fathers, as it is this day.” (Deuteronomy 8:18)
When speaking of the word wealth, some only view it in terms of money. This is a great deception. Money is only a part of true wealth. In my life I have seen many people who have a great deal of money, but I would not consider them truly wealthy.
When using these two words “riches or wealth,” we are speaking about considerable financial or material assets. There is more to it than just having large bank accounts, or owning large estates. I’m sure you have met people just like I described. They have many “things,” but that does not equal wealth.
My definition of wealth may be a little different from yours. I believe that wealth is: being provided for through an unlimited supply. Philippians 4:13 says: “And my God shall supply all of your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”
We need to understand! Wealth must be viewed in light of present need. For example, money may not be the present need. The need may be healing for a family member, peace of mind, a new job situation, or help for a rebellious child. Financial wealth is not the end in itself. God's ultimate will for us is we be made whole.
“Measure wealth not by the things you have, but by the things you have for which you would not take money.”
~Anonymous
Did you know the most famous gold strike in American history occurred in January 1848 when a man named John Marshall found gold at Sutter's Mill in northern California? The find set off a gold rush that reached a frenzied pitch. It even attracted prospectors from Europe. But it ruined Marshall and John Stutter; the man who owned the land where gold lay for the taking. Gold seekers overran Sutter’s land, his cattle were stolen, and he was driven into bankruptcy. Marshall died drunken and penniless.
What is Prosperity and Abundance?
I’m linking two words together to help you understand what I mean when I talk about prosperity and abundance.
When using these two words, it does not necessarily mean that a person has much money in the bank, or owns great material possessions. The promise from God is that all of your needs will be met, and there will
Similar Books
