What does it mean to you to hear the term "abundance?" The first
thought that comes to mind for most of us is financial abundance or
having lots of "things." However, as I re-read and prayed over these scripture passages, I have come to believe that abundance has a
far greater meaning.
Regarding the passage from Luke 11, I do believe that my requests have to be in line with God's Will before he answers them the way I ask; i.e., I don't think I will get a Porsche tomorrow because I ask for one tonight! I also believe that I and many others are far-more blessed than we take time to realize! That goes back to previous blogs about becoming more aware of God's Presence in ALL times and things.
In John 10:10, it says, "The
thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am
come that they might have life, and that they might have it more
abundantly." (King James Version) Surely
Jesus meant something different than our present-day thinking.
Different Bible interpretations say it a little more clearly:
"The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflow)." (Amplified Version)
John 10:6-10: Jesus
told this simple story, but they had no idea what he was talking about.
So he tried again. “I’ll be explicit, then. I am the Gate for the
sheep. All those others are up to no good—sheep stealers, every one of
them. But the sheep didn’t listen to them. I am the Gate. Anyone who
goes through me will be cared for—will freely go in and out, and find
pasture. A thief is only there to steal and kill and destroy. I came so
they can have real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever
dreamed of." (The Message)
Do you feel so blessed that your "cup is running over?" Please share your thoughts on "abundance" and what it means for you and others you know.
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