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January 12

Scripture for today: Genesis 26:17-27:46; Matthew 9:1-17; Psalm 10:16-18; Proverbs 3:9-10

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“Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine” (Proverbs 3:9-10)

From: January 12, 2013

The Hebrew verb “honor” (kabad) may also be translated “give glory to” or “to give weight to, weighty.” The idea is that we recognize the Lord as the Owner and Giver of all things. We give our “firstfruits” to the Lord to show that we put Him first. Many say that they honor God, but it is merely lip service. Do you give “honor” (priority, glory, weight) to the Lord?

“Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the best part of everything you produce” (Proverbs 3:9)

From: January 12, 2012

Not what’s leftover at the end of the month. Not what’s nearly used up or tattered. Give the first part. Give the best part.

“Honor the LORD with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops; then your barns will be filled to overflowing, and your vats will brim over with new wine” (Proverbs 3:9-10)

From: January 12, 2011

Worship – to ascribe worth. Honor – to place high value on or pay homage. Does the way you use your wealth bring honor and worship to God?