The Seven Poverty's of Christmas Day Fourteen

THE SEVEN POVERTY’S OF CHRISTMAS ~ Day 14
Multiple Streams of Poverty

The angels seemed to be up against more than they had bargained for. The people were spending much more than they had. Christmas was turning into the Season of Spending Beyond Reason. Folks went overboard in making materialistic purchases hoping to provide proof of their love.

Today is December 21 and the angels were assigned to cover the Middle Class & Poorest Communities all over the world. People who lived in these neighborhoods were often living on the borders of desperation. They could be easily enticed into believing that overspending would bring them happiness. Overspending was only one of the Multiple Streams of Poverty, but it could be the catalyst in opening the floodgates of Greater Poverty.

The devil and his deadbeat parasites were well-versed in Wisdom’s Plan of Truth for Life. They had become experts at Twisting Truth. The evil sycophants knew that untaught and unstable people could be manipulated by False Hope. They sold lies that were easily bought by people whose hearts were easily deceived.

One particular house with a peculiar red haze over it caught an angel’s attention. The breath of wickedness hovered like a poisonous vapor over an apartment complex. A single mother was alone in bed as her five children slept nearby. One of the Fiends of Evil knelt by her bedside. Being alone, the woman was desperate to hear any voice that would give hope to her aching soul. 

Christmas would be here soon and though not quite penniless, there wasn’t much money to cover the Dreams of her children. To make matters worse, her wealthy sister was always rubbing her nose in shame as she bragged about her abundance and prosperity. 

The woman’s pillow was drenched with tears. She cried out loudly hoping someone would hear and take pity on her sad situation. She opened her mind to any possibility that might exist. In that opening, the Fiend of Evil seized an opportunity and began speaking to her. “I can help you. I have a way. The Secret is the Spending Way. Spend all you have. Spend all you don’t have. Borrow to Spend More. You’re a good woman and you deserve to Spend like your sister does.”

The woman’s crying ceased as she allowed the words of the Fiend to seep into her mind. Unfortunately the darkness had just begun to spread and was about to become more twisted. The Fiend continued its lies, “Now I will give you the greatest Spending Secret of All. I know you believe in Wisdom and the Truth you learned as a child. Listen to what the Truth says, ‘And my God will liberally supply (fill until full) your every need according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus.”

The Fiend almost shouted into her heart, “Don’t you see? You can Spend Everything Always and All Your Needs Will Be Always Be Fully Met!”

The angel heard enough of the Fiends Lies and Deception. Although they weren’t allowed to directly intervene, angels could use the Power of Influence. The angel entered the room with the sound of a mighty rushing wind. Its presence was like a Shining Star reflecting the Light of the Son. The brilliance of Light caused the Fiend to flee. 

The warmth of serenity filled the woman’s room. The Light penetrated her heart and shined on a remembrance long forgotten. It caused her to recall a Manger Story she’d heard as a child. A Baby was Born in a feeding for animals. The Child’s parents probably had less material possessions than she did. 

By her bed was a nightstand with a copy of Wisdom and Truth. Her tears returned as she opened it and began reading. 
“Not that I speak from [any personal] need, 
for I have learned to be content
[and self-sufficient through Christ, 
satisfied to the point where I am not disturbed or uneasy] 
regardless of my circumstances. 
I know how to get along and live humbly
[in difficult times], 
and I also know how to enjoy abundance and live in prosperity. 
In any and every circumstance 
I have learned the secret [of facing life], 
whether well-fed or going hungry, 
whether having an abundance or being in need. 
I can do all things
[which He has called me to do] 
through Him who strengthens and empowers me
[to fulfill His purpose--
I am self-sufficient in Christ’s sufficiency; 
I am ready for anything and equal to anything 
through Him who infuses me 
with inner strength and confident peace.] 
Not that I seek the gift itself, 
but I do seek the profit 
which increases to your [heavenly] account
[the blessing which is accumulating for you]. 
And my God will liberally supply
(fill until full) 
your every need 
according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus. 
To our God and Father be the glory forever and ever. 
Amen.”
Philippians 4:11-13, 17, 19-20 AMP

The woman recognized how Evil had Twisted Truth to Deceive her. Had she listened, her family would have Increased the Streams of Poverty and Enlarged their Plight. 

Out of the pages of Wisdom and Truth fell some notes she had taken the last time she had taken the kids to church. She silently read the words.

1. Spend only what you have. 
2. Don’t obtain money in ways that deny God the opportunity to provide.
3. Don’t sacrifice future peace for profit in the present.
4. The Gift of Love is immaterial and more meaningful than money.
5. Having faith is not a credit card with God.
6. Focus on what you can leave this world with.
7. Count the cost. Have a Plan. Keep a Record.

“I know what it means to lack, 
and I know what it means to experience 
overwhelming abundance. 
For I’m trained in the secret 
of overcoming all things, 
whether in fullness 
or in hunger. 
And I find that the strength of 
Christ’s explosive power 
infuses me to conquer every difficulty.”
‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4:12-13‬ ‭TPT‬‬

Coming next:
Poverty Roots