Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-11
“Honour the Lord with your possessions, And with the firstfruits of all your increase;” Proverbs 3:9 (NKJV)
The general attitude of many when it comes to giving Tis to bring to God leftovers, after every other need has been met. This is wrong. Every other need, no matter how urgent and important in our consideration and circumstance should take second place after honouring God the giver of all things. Nothing should take God’s place in your giving order.
This is exactly what the principle of first fruits is all about, God should be given the first place before anything else.
The first fruit principle refers to the practice of giving to God the first and the best portion of your harvest. Many people give God the leftovers. No matter how sincere and willing you may be, the attitude of not prioritizing your giving to God first puts you backward. It is better to give God the first part of your income, because it demonstrates that God takes priority in your life and that your resources belong to Him. Giving God first also secures and sanctifies the rest and opens you up to receive God’s special blessings.
Learn to put God first in everything you do including your finances. When you do so, the rest is sanctified and secured for your sufficient use. There will be a ceaseless flow of God’s resources towards you that will guarantee abundance in your life. Use the principle of first fruits to set up a system of continuous flow of heavenly resources in your life.
REMEMBER TO ATTEND: Leadership/Communion Service tomorrow, 5:30PM
PRAYER: Lord, help me to place you first in my giving life all my days on earth in Jesus name.
FAITH BYTE: As I prioritize God in my giving, I experience unusual promotion in my financial life in Jesus name.
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