In Genesis 41 we see Joseph finally released from prison, interpreting the dreams of the Pharaoh himself. However, in verse 16 Joseph says "I cannot do it...but God will give pharaoh the answer he desires". Only a simple point, but we must acknowledge to ourselves and others that our good points come from God. Every good thing we can do is a gift from God, and if we remember this it will stop us from getting proud.
For something on a totally different track, see verse 34, where Joseph instructs "take a fifth of the harvest of Egypt during the seven years of abundance". Just a practical tip this, but saving 20% of our income seems like a very good figure to reap a harvest in the future. By adopting a living below your means lifestyle it is not too tough to do this; we were saving £700 a month over the last couple of years to clear our debts. The point is, having a buffer zone, savings and money you can fall back on is clearly worthwhile, and they knew it back in Bible times.
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Amen to that! I'm debt repaying in earnest! no more nothing not only until it's gone, but I have three months joint salary saved too, I watched a fantastic programme with Joyce Meyer on money....we've really taken that on board. p.s I read along too now
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