I have seen a patient in Kenya struggle with some of the same hard times many Americans face daily. Getting assistance from the government or other organization is really appealing. Kenyan social services are not nearly as generous as ours. These were some of my patient's thoughts:
-Someone else has it "more fair" because the system helps them.
-If I could just get help with not having to pay my taxes then I would have more money for...
-I am a victim of my situations
Longing for these things rob us of our joy, hope and trust that God alone can provide for our needs. Here is how I think Christians can radically look at the situation differently.
-God has me in this situation with a purpose.
-How can I give abundantly out of the struggles God has helped me overcome.
-I am empowered by my Savior to bring light in a dark situation.
Let's trade worldly traps of dependence on aid for eternal entitlement. Salvation through Jesus Christ is the most sustainable life-giving program ever created, we all should desire it more than any provision on the earth.
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