As we continue reading from 2 Corinthians 9, we discover that as we are generous with our resources, then God makes sure that our needs will be met as well. We will have more than enough!

Nehemiah took all those steps, and it wasn't easy. He had opposition. Not everyone got into his plan. But he never lost faith.

There is nothing we can buy that will last forever.

If we read God’s word but fail to exercise our faith and do the kingdom work we are assigned, then we will be just like the guy James wrote about. 

Not every prayer needs to be said out loud, and not every scripture needs to be quoted to yourself out loud.

I learned that when you stay until God indicates it is time to move on, then he always provides the strength and courage to sustain you all the way through the assignment.

Hosea calls God's children then and through the Holy Spirit even now, " So you, by the help of your God, return, hold fast to love and justice, and wait continually for your God."

Happy Independence Day!