
A Lesson in Abundance
All these people gave their gifts out of their wealth; but she out of her poverty put in all she had to live on.—Luke 21:4 (NIV)
Teach me thy way, O Lord, and lead me in a plain path, because of mine enemies.—Psalm 27:11 (KJV)
Have you ever reflected on your life journey and felt like you’ve backtracked? Perhaps an unexpected detour, in hindsight, feels like wasted time, or a distraction led you to believe you got lost on the path. The good news is that when you follow God, even in times when life’s turns don’t make sense, you can trust that you are on the right road.
Heavenly Father, I have faith that I am always on a straight path when I stay close to You.

All these people gave their gifts out of their wealth; but she out of her poverty put in all she had to live on.—Luke 21:4 (NIV)

Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.—James 1:17 (NIV)

For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.—Hebrews 4:12 (NIV)