Let no one profess to trust in God, and yet lay up for future wants, otherwise the Lord will first send him to the hoard he has amassed, before He can answer the prayer for more.
Interpretation
True trust in God involves dependence on Him rather than hoarding resources for the future.
This quote emphasizes the importance of genuine faith and trust in God over the reliance on material wealth. George Muller suggests that if someone claims to trust in God, they should not gather resources for uncertain future needs, as this could demonstrate a lack of faith. Instead, true reliance on divine providence should inform a person's actions and attitudes towards wealth and future planning.
In practice
During a sermon on faith, this quote can reinforce the message of trust in divine provision.
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