May 25
The Earth
Is the Lord’s
Psalm 24:1
The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it.
Daily Steps
Anxiety over finances and possessions stems from a foundational misunderstanding: the belief that you are the sole owner of your resources. This verse provides the new believer with the starting point for true financial peace: The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it.
The peace in this declaration is found in its simple truth of ownership:
Universal Ownership: The scope of God's ownership is total: "The earth... and everything in it, the world, and all who live in it." This means your job, your paycheck, your house, your car, your savings—even your very life—belong to God.
The Shift to Stewardship: When you recognize God as the Owner, you realize you are merely the steward (or manager) of His resources. Your primary financial question shifts from How much can I keep? to How can I best manage what God has entrusted to me?
The Result is Security: This understanding of ownership removes the burden of ultimate responsibility. If God owns everything, He is responsible for the final provision and maintenance. Your role is simply to be faithful with what He has given you today. This perspective dissolves the anxiety of scarcity.
Your financial peace is secured by embracing stewardship. Release the burden of ownership, acknowledge that the earth is the Lord's, and find security in His faithful provision.
Reflective Question
If your bank account, your home, or your primary possession is truly God's property, how does that knowledge change your anxiety level about that specific item today? How can you treat it differently now that you are just the steward?
Prayer
Heavenly Father, I confess my tendency to worry about money because I act as if I am the true owner. I acknowledge the truth today: The earth is Yours, and everything in it. I surrender my claim to ownership and embrace my role as a faithful steward. Secure my peace in Your ultimate provision and guide me in managing Your resources wisely. Amen.
