The prince of a small, oil rich Asian nation was indicted for allegedly squandering $16 billion of his country’s wealth. Over a 10 year period, the prince is believed to have lost huge sums through poor judgment and bad investments. His nation’s High court said that he spent $2.7 billion on aircrafts, yachts, cars and jewelry.
God showers His grace richly on every one. Let us ask ourselves whether we waste the riches of God’s grace. If we have received His mercy and forgiveness and continue to yield to sin, we are squandering His grace.
After Jesus Christ healed a man who had been an invalid for 38 years, the Lord said to him, “See, you have been made well. Sin no more, lest a worse thing come upon you" (John 5:14). It seems that Jesus was warning him not to waste God’s healing touch on his life. Apostle Paul too pleaded with the people who followed Christ in Corinth “not to receive the grace of God in vain” (2 Corinthians 6:1). Indeed, God’s grace should result in changing lives (Titus 2:11-12).
As God freely forgives us, His grace opens the door for us to change. How tragic it would be to fritter away a spiritual fortune instead of allowing “the riches of His grace” to transform our lives! (Ephesians 1:7).
Written by my friend from India. Be Blessed