Summary: When I was young in my walk with Christ, my wife Wendy and I were pretty poor. We had just begun our life together, and much about our lives was uncertain. During that time, I remember reading the words of Proverbs 21:21. It says, "Whoever pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor." Life, prosperity and honor - we all want that! And yet, this verse says that the way to receive these is to pursue righteousness and love. That can be a bit counterintuitive in today's world.As Wendy and I explored what it meant to follow Christ in our marriage, we discovered that His words are absolutely true. Although we have had trials, God has always provided for our family and blessed us with the opportunity to share the Gospel with others. We've experienced peace and fulfillment that money and success could never bring.What choice are you facing today? Will your decision encourage you to purse "righteousness and love?" Turning down a profitable opportunity or exciting venture because it isn't righteous may be difficult. But, God's Word assures us that His purpose for each of us will satisfy more than anything the world has to offer.
