What is Abundance to You?

Over the years the question has come up on what exactly is abundance? Some say it is being rich others have said it is being financially independent others have a different opinion on the subject. The question you and I need to answer is what is abundance to me?

Many years ago my wife worked for a rich lady over in France. The woman had tons of money but she wasn’t happy. Having financial abundance does no always translate into happiness. My wife though she did not have financial abundance at the time had far more joy in her life than the millionaire ever dreamed of having. Abundance to me is first spiritual, then the financial, mental and healthly lifestyle aspects of life.

Spiritual

John 10:10 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.

As you can see Jesus Christ came that we might have life and have it more abundantly. Throught Jesus Christ we can have life with more than we could ever need. It does not say sort of abundantly or just abundantly it is super abundance. It’s abundance in all aspects of life. Spiritually Jesus Christ makes it available for us to have eternal life. His death and resurrection make it available in this day and time to have a direct connection with God!! Now that is abundance!! Spiritually God is there to fulfill the desires of your heart according to his Word. You can walk and talk with Father and believe him for whatever you need in life.

Matthew 21:22 And all things whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer believing ye shall receive.

Now mind you there are many religions in the world that promote peace and tranquility, and it is important to have these. I chose christianity because it gives me a direct connection with the one true God and also promotes peace and tranquility. The point is spirituality is a major part of abundance no matter what religion you choose to follow.

People who believe wealth is only monetary often are stressed out pushing so hard to be a millionaire that they don’t really enjoy life. In fact they work so hard they don’t have a life to enjoy at all. Here is my take on the mental. Find something you enjoy doing without being stressed out. Work hard at it but limit the the amount of time you spend at it. Next find something that relaxes you and makes you peaceful. For example I enjoy spending time with my family, biblical studies, blogging, sports, and coaching baseball. I also like playing golf, and I like ice skating. These are tremendous and enjoyable stress relieving things I like to do.

Next we have the health lifestyle portion of life. This also is an umportant way to relieve stress. Why? Well if you have health problems are you going to be blessed? Everyone at one time or another has health problems. However you will have less health problems if you elect to eat a health diet. For me a health diet is moderation, it’s having a balance of a variety of foods. Including plenty of raw fruits and vegetables, fish or poultry a few times a week and an occasional sweet.

People abundance is working to grow you finances, but also taking time to smell the flowers, and enjoying life. It’s a positive spiritual and mental outlook, coupled with a healthy wholesome diet.

So what is abundance to you? That’s and important question that only you can figure out and answer for yourself.