Greed is a deadly thing. It can lead to jealousy, covetousness, dis-satisfaction and even murder in some cases. And the world is suffering it's effect. It's what we call the economic crisis. Because some (actually it's a lot) people choose to spend more than they are earning, there is a huge mountain of debt that is awaiting to be cleared. Why do people spend so much then? Because they are so confident that they will get their next paycheck, they would term such spending as spending "future money". But who can say for sure that they won't be retrenched or that they don't need the money to pay for bills when someone in the family falls ill? And from the little I heard so far, this debt the world has accumulated is not going to be cleared in a long long time...
Looking at this, I thank God for 2 things. One is that I dun earn a lot. That way, I can't spend a lot, cos I know my limitations. Second is I thank God that I personally don't like to owe people money (or favors). It makes me uncomfortable within. And it it probably this discomfort that God has placed within me that is safeguarding me from overspending. Nonetheless, I will have to watch my spending in view of the economic downturn. Can't be too confident I can get my next paycheck. Need to continue to trust that God will provide through the supporters.
How are you watching your spending? :)
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