Financial Stewardship Series - Part II: Self-sufficiency vs. Self sustainability

There has been a movement in recent years of more and more people returning to the old primitive and pioneering days of homesteading. But may I submit to you that in fact this was Yah’s plan all along for us to be fully sustained off the land that He created (self-sustainability) instead of dependent upon the worldly system created by man (self-sufficiency)?

You see the worldly system created by man removes God out of the entire equation but how can you subtract the Creator who chose to add us to this earth as representatives of Him? And who also made us joint-heirs with Christ? (Romans 8:17). The Bible says that “Satan is the prince of the power of the air” (Ephesians 2:2) and he’s been given authority here in this world. As a result, so many are being deceived on a mass scale for the ushering in of the antichrist who is already in this world. The agenda is being advanced to take us out of the security of our Lord and Savior and thrust us into the arms of man to be sustained. But men and women of God…this ought not be so!!!!!

The book of Genesis gives the account of how God created the earth in six days then rested on the seventh day which he deemed “The Sabbath.” As a matter of fact, resting on this day was so important to Yahweh that it is one of the commandments given to the children of Israel in the book of Exodus on their way to the Promised Land. So when did believers start using this day to play catch up from the work week, working extra hours, running errands because they didn’t have time during the week…you get the idea!

So when did we begin relying on self which in actuality is a spirit of pride because you are not seeking Yah/Jehovah as your source? When did we as believers place our trust in the worldly system created by man once we said “yes” and accepted Yeshua as Lord? As followers of Christ, we place our faith in the only one able to save not in a human being or system created by the world. When you do this, you began to rely on that job to sustain you when to an employer you are really dispensable. It is so disheartening to hear how many employees are offended or hurt by the lack of loyalty by employers. Sadly, the employer-employee relationship was made personal to the employee but merely business to the employer and always becomes evident during job layoffs, job restructuring or even job terminations.

Remember in His word that Yeshua said that he chose us out of this world therefore the world hates us (John 15:19). It is so simple yet made difficult in western culture because it is so LOUD and everywhere you turn. 

God is and has always been our source for what we need. He makes a way by working through people here in the earth to bring about His perfect will. When he caused you to have favor in a particular situation or circumstance, He’s demonstrating or rather revealing Himself as your source. Yes you will need some money to sustain for essentials or necessities but what security are you truly seeking after - security in the worldly system which is futile or security in the one who loves us so much that He gave up his divinity to become a part of humanity to die for our transgressions? Don’t be a slave to the system and rely on that job or employer to sustain you. As believers we are slaves unto Christ (Ephesians 6:6) who fully sustains our every need!

Stay tuned for Part IV of the Financial Stewardship series. Until then be blessed in the name of our Lord and Savior, Yeshua Ha’Masiach. Amen!

The grace and peace of The Lord be with you,

-Trena

*************Prepping is tied to a spirit of doubt!!!!!! Lack of faith in God’s provision!!!!!

Financial Stewardship Series - Introduction: How can we be faithful stewards over our finances in today’s economy?

Okay, so here’s a fun fact about me. I have a degree in Finance and I love to crunch numbers just for fun! So how appropriate that Abba would have me discuss this topic of financial stewardship. Now that doesn’t mean that I have everything perfectly figured out or that all has been rainbows and flowers for me. I’ve had and still have my own trials that I go through as does any believer. Going through a financial hardship is not uncommon. As a matter of fact, it is quite evident unless you’re living under a rock that we are in the last days of life here in the earth as prophesied in the word of God.

What does this have to do with economic hardship? There was a major economic recession that impacted the real estate industry back in 2007 and 2008 that hit close to home since I used to work in the industry in a firmer life. Covid-19 should have also been another humbling experience to cause many to review their financial situation a bit more closely. During that time, many were unexpectedly laid off, furloughed, or forced into early retirement overnight that affected the world on a global scale. It let you know that nothing is promised or lasts forever with many unexpectedly finding themselves in economic distress.

However, it doesn’t mean that all hope is lost. With this in mind, in the first part of this new financial series, I would like to share some money saving tips for those in The Body of Christ not just in these uncertain times but to better steward over what Yah has given us regardless of our financial status. I say regardless of financial status because these tips help to save money whether you’re rich, low income or just a part of the working class. Our finances are important to Yah especially as kingdom citizens.

Remember everything that we have is not our own but belongs to The Lord. With that being said, we want to ensure that we steward faithfully over what He has given us. Yah said in His word that “if we are faithful over a little, He would make us rulers over much.” Ultimately, we know that God is Jehovah Jireh and our provider but we must still do our part. The Great I Am is not going to reward our irresponsibility.

Let us pray:

Lord, Yeshua, Christ Jesus…

I want to thank you for this new series here on the blog fully inspired by your Holy Spirit. I pray that your people will be able to receive from you by way of delivery through me tips and ways to steward with intention for our short time here in the earth. May your people remember that we are merely sojourners here in this realm and this is not our forever home. As foreigners here in this land, may we remember to store up our treasures in heaven where moth cannot destroy. May your people not be swayed by culture and societal standards seeking their heaven here on earth instead of seeking ye first the kingdom of God. Please continue to use me as you see fit in this ministry you have so graciously given me to steward over. In your mighty, beautiful, wonderful and matchless name I pray. Amen and it is so…hallelujah!

So what about you? How are you faring over your finances in these tumultuous and uncertain economic times in the kingdom?

Remember that you are loved by the one who died for you,

-Trena