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\u201cThen His disciples said to Him, \u201cWhere could we get enough bread in the wilderness to fill such a great multitude?\u201d \u2013Matthew 15:33<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019m always amazed that even the most mature Christian can operate in a mindset of scarcity. Scarcity is a belief that there is insufficient supply of resources and opportunities to go around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cAbundance\u201d is the belief that there is always enough.<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some believe the proverbial \u201cpie\u201d of opportunity is restricted to whatever we can see in front of us, so the assumption is that we must all hurry up and get our share before it runs out. Others believe the \u201cpie\u201d of opportunity gets bigger based on our faith, creativity, and innovation. What do you believe?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the book of Matthew chapter 15, Jesus had just finished healing the multitudes and, recognizing that they were hungry, He called on His disciples that they might find food for them to eat. His disciples were surprised by His request, given the fact that they were in the wilderness and they did not see provision anywhere in sight. Jesus asked simply, \u201cHow many loaves do you have?\u201d And they responded, \u201cSeven, and a few little fish.\u201d Notice that they did have something, but did not think it was enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An \u201cabundance mindset\u201d begins by practicing gratitude for whatever you have.<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jesus then commanded the multitude to sit down on the ground, took the bread blessed it, and was able to feed over four thousand people including men, women, and children with seven baskets of food left over. This story is found in various versions throughout the Gospels. Do you believe that God\u2019s resources are limitless?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In Acts 3:6, a crippled man with a scarcity mentality saw the disciples, and expected them to give him something (most likely money or food). Then Peter said, \u201cSilver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to experience real abundance, you have to be ready and willing to give whatever you have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jesus never saw any limitation of resources no matter the circumstances but rather always trusted the full provision of God the Father in every situation. The disciples operated based on what they could see, and did not tap into God\u2019s abundant provision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is the difference between an abundance and scarcity mindset?<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abundance mindset \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Scarcity mindset
<\/i>Trust in God\u2019s ability to provide \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Trust in your own abilities
<\/i>Walks by faith \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Walks by sight
<\/i>Always hopeful and optimistic \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Is full of fear and doubt
<\/i>Shares and gives \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Hoards and hides
<\/i>Walks in contentment \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Is never satisfied
<\/i>Thinks like a steward \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Thinks like an owner
<\/i>Works to add value and complete others \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Works to compete and beat others
<\/i>Exemplifies the fruit of the spirit \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Exemplifies the works of the flesh <\/i>
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Where do you fall between these columns?<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Abundant thinking is not easy<\/b>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The news media, our friends and family remind us daily of what we don\u2019t have and what we think we need. We are constantly comparing ourselves to our neighbors which at times can make us feel even worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With an abundance mindset we can walk in peace, God-fidence, gratefulness, and consistently be a blessing to others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With this mindset you can take your current resources and begin to bless others and thank God for them. Ask Him to open your eyes to see the abundance so you may walk in His complete provision in your life and business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My prayer for you is that God will give you the grace to tap into His abundance so that whatever you need will be provided to you.<\/p>\n","protected":false,"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"html"}]},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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\"Then His disciples said to Him, \"Where could we get enough bread in the wilderness to fill such a great multitude?\" -Matthew 15:33<\/b><\/p>"}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{},"backgroundColor":"#eeeeee"}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

I'm always amazed that even the most mature Christian can operate in a mindset of scarcity. Scarcity is a belief that there is insufficient supply of resources and opportunities to go around.<\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"I'm always amazed that even the most mature Christian can operate in a mindset of scarcity. Scarcity is a belief that there is insufficient supply of resources and opportunities to go around."}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

\"Abundance\" is the belief that there is always enough.<\/b><\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"\"Abundance\" is the belief that there is always enough.<\/b>"}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

Some believe the proverbial \"pie\" of opportunity is restricted to whatever we can see in front of us, so the assumption is that we must all hurry up and get our share before it runs out. Others believe the \"pie\" of opportunity gets bigger based on our faith, creativity, and innovation. What do you believe?<\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"Some believe the proverbial \"pie\" of opportunity is restricted to whatever we can see in front of us, so the assumption is that we must all hurry up and get our share before it runs out. Others believe the \"pie\" of opportunity gets bigger based on our faith, creativity, and innovation. What do you believe?"}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

In the book of Matthew chapter 15, Jesus had just finished healing the multitudes and, recognizing that they were hungry, He called on His disciples that they might find food for them to eat. His disciples were surprised by His request, given the fact that they were in the wilderness and they did not see provision anywhere in sight. Jesus asked simply, \"How many loaves do you have?\" And they responded, \"Seven, and a few little fish.\" Notice that they did have something, but did not think it was enough.<\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"In the book of Matthew chapter 15, Jesus had just finished healing the multitudes and, recognizing that they were hungry, He called on His disciples that they might find food for them to eat. His disciples were surprised by His request, given the fact that they were in the wilderness and they did not see provision anywhere in sight. Jesus asked simply, \"How many loaves do you have?\" And they responded, \"Seven, and a few little fish.\" Notice that they did have something, but did not think it was enough."}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

An \"abundance mindset\" begins by practicing gratitude for whatever you have.<\/b><\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"An \"abundance mindset\" begins by practicing gratitude for whatever you have.<\/b>"}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

Jesus then commanded the multitude to sit down on the ground, took the bread blessed it, and was able to feed over four thousand people including men, women, and children with seven baskets of food left over. This story is found in various versions throughout the Gospels. Do you believe that God's resources are limitless?<\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"Jesus then commanded the multitude to sit down on the ground, took the bread blessed it, and was able to feed over four thousand people including men, women, and children with seven baskets of food left over. This story is found in various versions throughout the Gospels. Do you believe that God's resources are limitless?"}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

In Acts 3:6, a crippled man with a scarcity mentality saw the disciples, and expected them to give him something (most likely money or food). Then Peter said, \"Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.\"<\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"In Acts 3:6, a crippled man with a scarcity mentality saw the disciples, and expected them to give him something (most likely money or food). Then Peter said, \"Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, rise up and walk.\""}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

If you want to experience real abundance, you have to be ready and willing to give whatever you have.<\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"If you want to experience real abundance, you have to be ready and willing to give whatever you have."}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

Jesus never saw any limitation of resources no matter the circumstances but rather always trusted the full provision of God the Father in every situation. The disciples operated based on what they could see, and did not tap into God's abundant provision.<\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"Jesus never saw any limitation of resources no matter the circumstances but rather always trusted the full provision of God the Father in every situation. The disciples operated based on what they could see, and did not tap into God's abundant provision."}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

What is the difference between an abundance and scarcity mindset?<\/b><\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"What is the difference between an abundance and scarcity mindset?<\/b>"}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

Abundance mindset                                                Scarcity mindset
<\/i>Trust in God's ability to provide                         Trust in your own abilities
<\/i>Walks by faith                                                         Walks by sight
<\/i>Always hopeful and optimistic                           Is full of fear and doubt
<\/i>Shares and gives                                                    Hoards and hides
<\/i>Walks in contentment                                           Is never satisfied
<\/i>Thinks like a steward                                           Thinks like an owner
<\/i>Works to add value and complete others        Works to compete and beat others
<\/i>Exemplifies the fruit of the spirit                      Exemplifies the works of the flesh <\/i>
<\/b><\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"Abundance mindset                                                Scarcity mindset
<\/i>Trust in God's ability to provide                         Trust in your own abilities
<\/i>Walks by faith                                                         Walks by sight
<\/i>Always hopeful and optimistic                           Is full of fear and doubt
<\/i>Shares and gives                                                    Hoards and hides
<\/i>Walks in contentment                                           Is never satisfied
<\/i>Thinks like a steward                                           Thinks like an owner
<\/i>Works to add value and complete others        Works to compete and beat others
<\/i>Exemplifies the fruit of the spirit                      Exemplifies the works of the flesh <\/i>
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Where do you fall between these columns?<\/b><\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"Where do you fall between these columns?<\/b>"}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

Abundant thinking is not easy<\/b>.<\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"Abundant thinking is not easy<\/b>."}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

The news media, our friends and family remind us daily of what we don't have and what we think we need. We are constantly comparing ourselves to our neighbors which at times can make us feel even worse.<\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"The news media, our friends and family remind us daily of what we don't have and what we think we need. We are constantly comparing ourselves to our neighbors which at times can make us feel even worse."}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

With an abundance mindset we can walk in peace, God-fidence, gratefulness, and consistently be a blessing to others.<\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"With an abundance mindset we can walk in peace, God-fidence, gratefulness, and consistently be a blessing to others."}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

With this mindset you can take your current resources and begin to bless others and thank God for them. Ask Him to open your eyes to see the abundance so you may walk in His complete provision in your life and business.<\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"With this mindset you can take your current resources and begin to bless others and thank God for them. Ask Him to open your eyes to see the abundance so you may walk in His complete provision in your life and business."}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}},{"type":"core\/paragraph","render":"

My prayer for you is that God will give you the grace to tap into His abundance so that whatever you need will be provided to you.<\/p>","content":[{"type":"text","data":"My prayer for you is that God will give you the grace to tap into His abundance so that whatever you need will be provided to you."}],"data":[],"style":{"textAlign":"left","color":"","dropCap":false,"parent_style":{}}}],"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"link","format":"url"}],"bb_access":{"can_access":true,"restrict_message":null},"app_access":{"can_access":true,"restrict_message":null},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/nehemiahecommunity.com\/members\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11718","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/nehemiahecommunity.com\/members\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/nehemiahecommunity.com\/members\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nehemiahecommunity.com\/members\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nehemiahecommunity.com\/members\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11718"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/nehemiahecommunity.com\/members\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11718\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/nehemiahecommunity.com\/members\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11718"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nehemiahecommunity.com\/members\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11718"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/nehemiahecommunity.com\/members\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11718"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}