Take Care of What God Gave You—it's not just a suggestion, it's a command from on high. Just like King Belshazzar, who defiled the sacred vessels of God while drunk on wine, you too are entrusted with God's blessings. Everything you own is on loan from God Himself, dedicated to His purpose. The vessels of your life—your time, your talents, your possessions—they're consecrated for holy use, not for personal vainglory. Belshazzar praised the lifeless gods of gold and silver, and it cost him his kingdom. Mark my words: treat God's gifts with irreverence, and you'll court disaster.
This study shines a piercing light on the sober truth about responsibility and reverence. Whether it be your car, your job, or your family, God expects you to steward well. You're not just playing house with God's bounty—you're taking care of divine property. You see, when you misuse what He’s blessed you with, it's not just negligence—it’s rebellion against the Creator. So let this lesson be a wake-up call. You can play around with alcohol or foolishness, but when it comes to God's gifts, seriousness is required. You were given these blessings for a reason, and He expects a return on His investment. The fear of God is the beginning of wisdom—let that wisdom guide you in taking care of what God has given you.
The teaching starts at 8:24
Focus: Daniel 5:11-12
All Verses Covered: Daniel 5:1-7,11-12,16-17,22-31
Also read: Psalms 24:1, 1 Corinthians 4:2, 6:19-20, 10:31, Colossians 3:17, 1 Peter 4:10
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We hope you enjoy this message from Elder Clifton Dawson who is now the pastor of Greater Christ Temple Church following in the footsteps of the late, great Bishop Luke Edwards, Sr.
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