Quotes about Abundance

Given our abundance, the burden of proof should always be on keeping, not giving. Why would you not give? We err by beginning with the assumption that we should keep or spend the money God entrusts to us. Giving should be the default choice. Unless there is a compelling reason to spend it or keep it, we should give it.

Tithing isn't the ceiling of giving; it's the floor. It's not the finish line of giving; it's the starting blocks. Tithes can launch us into the mind-set, skills, and habits of grace giving.

In the midst of prosperity, the challenge for believers is to handle wealth in such a way that it acts as a blessing, not a curse.

When God provides more money we often think, This is a blessing. Yes, but it would be just as scriptural to say, "This is a test." Abundance isn't God's provision for me to live in luxury. It's his provision for me to help others live.

God provides not only in what he gives us, but at times in what he keeps from us. Have you ever noticed that excess money just seems to dissipate in a multitude of directions?

You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion" (2 Corinthians 9:11).

We should thank God for every stream of joy in our lives while recognizing that Christ is the ocean from which every stream flows.

God alone is the Fountain of Life. Without Him there could be neither life nor joy, neither abundance nor delights.

Perhaps parents' greatest heritage to pass on to their children is the ability to perceive the multitude of God's daily blessings and to respond with continual gratitude. We should be "abounding in thanksgiving" (Colossians 2:7).

I shovel out the money, and God shovels it back—but God has a bigger shovel." — R. G. LeTourneau

Focus on giving smiles away and you will always discover that your own smiles will always be in great supply!

I always say believe for a bunch, and even if you only get half of it you are better off than believing for a little and getting all of it.