Time is more valuable than money. In America, actually, nearly everything is more valuable than our money, but I digress. The day I draw my last breath, all the money in the world won't change the fact, my time on earth is over, but this isn't the topic for today's article. I was speaking with a friend the other day about communities gathering and he shared some insight on the subject. Unfortunately we ran out of time before he shared many details, but it got me thinking again about the idea of working together when currency is not the goal. I'm not suggesting communism, but more along the lines of the apostles following Messiah and the lifestyle in the book of Acts.
As these end of days continue to speed headlong into what will eventually become impoverished anarchy and famine, money will mean nothing. As a matter of fact, believers are claiming they will not take a mark to buy or sell, but what will not buying and selling entail? Chances are we won't need so much stuff! Even if we think we do, we don't need everything we've accumulated now! We'll probably see a real move from having such an attitude of "disposable."
Even more than eliminating non-essentials, though; I believe we are going to be looking at talents and abilities as the real essentials in sustaining our existence. Obviously, a deep faith in our Creator is necessary to experience the fullness and purpose of our life, and that will take us beyond a casual enjoyment of our own interests. We will view our abilities and talents as something of value to contribute. We will also develop a true appreciation for the talents and abilities of others. We are moving away from an appreciation of money and materialism.
Scripture tells us our Heavenly Father will bless the work of our hands. Why settle for cash by the hour, when our Creator wants to bless us in our talents and abilities?
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