ENJOY YOUR LIFE!

1 Timothy 6:17 TLB

Tell those who are rich not to be proud and not to trust in their money, which will soon be gone, but their pride and trust should be in the living God who always richly gives us all we need for our enjoyment.

 

Are you enjoying your life? Or are you allowing life to pass you by, letting everything happen without truly benefiting from it? 

God has given us everything in life to enjoy, but it can only be enjoyed in the right way and with the right motive. Apostle Paul didn’t say “some things” or “only good things” — but all things, whether good or bad. You are meant to find joy in every experience you have in life. 

Everything God made was purposely for His and our enjoyment, and He promised not to withhold anything good from us, as stated in Psalm 84:11. 

Unfortunately, there are many people all over the world who, for various reasons, do not enjoy the blessings of God in their lives. Some hoard rather than give and share from their blessings. But according to Proverbs 11:24–25, the more you give, the more you receive. So, enjoy the gift of giving and sharing what the Lord has blessed you with. 

Everything the Lord blesses us with is to be used and enjoyed here on earth. The blessings of God are not just for us, but for those around us as well. 

I know people who feel ashamed or condemned when they spend their hard-earned money on themselves. They see it as frivolous or wasteful. But if you have worked hard to earn it, do you really think the Lord will be upset if you enjoy something nice? Apostle Paul says in 1 Timothy 5:18 that "the worker is worthy of his pay". That means there should be benefits for you in all you do. 

Some people work, save, and live like paupers, setting aside for “rainy days” that may never come. Sadly, many have died before that day arrived, leaving all they worked for — but never enjoyed — for others to use. 

E.N.J.O.Y  Y.O.U.R  L.I.F.E

E: Encourage yourself with the promises from God's Word and don’t allow life to weigh you down. 1 Samuel 30:6. 

N: No feeling of condemnation should stop you from enjoying God’s blessings. Romans 8:1 

J:  Joyfully choose to enjoy the journey of life regardless of your circumstances. Romans 15:13 

O: Obey when the Lord speaks to you. Deuteronomy 11:26–2 

Y: Yesterday is over. Refuse to live in the past. Philippians 3:12–14

Y: You can choose to think positive thoughts and have a good attitude towards life and people. Philippians 4:8 

O: Overthrow negative and toxic thinking. Take every ungodly thought captive. 2 Corinthians 10:5 

U: Use your gifts and talents to help others. Romans 12:13; Acts 2:42–47 

R: Remember what God has done for you. Be thankful. Psalm 103:2 

L: Live by faith, not by feelings. 2 Corinthians 5:7 

I: Invite Christ into every area of your life. 1 Corinthians 6:19–20 

F: Forgive those who hurt you. Ephesians 4:32 

E: Expect God’s goodness in every situation. Psalm 27:14

It does not matter where life has taken you — but there are conditions for believers to truly enjoy life. 1 Corinthians 6:12 and 10:23 remind us that the freedom to enjoy life must never overshadow wisdom and caution. Let your enjoyment not be detrimental to others. Share what you have been blessed with, enjoy it with those around you, and let the principles of God’s Word and His standard overshadow the world’s standard of enjoyment. 

So, enjoy your life! You only have one, but be wise in doing so, always to the glory of God. 

REFLECTION QUESTIONS 

-         In what ways have you been holding back from enjoying the blessings God has given you? 

-         How can you use your blessings to bring joy and support to others? 

-         Are there areas in your life where guilt or condemnation has stopped you from embracing God’s goodness? 

-         What practical step can you take this week to enjoy life in a way that honours God? 

PRAYER: Heavenly Father, thank You for blessing me with life and every good thing to enjoy. Forgive me for the times I have allowed fear, guilt, or doubt to stop me from experiencing Your goodness. Lord, help me to see life through Your eyes and to appreciate every blessing You bestow upon me. Teach me to give generously, to live joyfully, and to always honour You in all I do. May my enjoyment of life be rooted in Your wisdom and guided by Your Spirit. In Jesus’ Name I pray, Amen. 

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