But you, O man of God, flee these things and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, gentleness. Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold of eternal life, to which you were also called and have confessed the good confession in the presence of many witnesses. 1 Timothy 6:11-12

For the majority of us, we work hard and invest in our future in hopes of one day retiring and enjoying the benefits of our labor. A good retirement plan will result in financial freedom that was worth the sacrifices and dedicated investment over many years. Hopefully we all can live to see a fruitful retirement. 

For Christians, we have something even far greater than retirement...eternal life in Heaven with Jesus. Are you investing in your eternal life? God called us to live a life modeled after Christ. Totally separate from the world's financial investments, Godly characteristics displayed in a Christian's life will result in crowns of righteousness for the obedient Child of God. 

Are you living out the traits above? If you struggle in some of these areas (we all do at times), ask God for His help to empower you. He will strengthen you as you surrender more and more of your life to allow His holiness to fill you to the point these traits overflow from you to others. 

What plan are you investing in today? Make deposits in your eternal plan....the benefits never end. Have an awesome and blessed Tuesday friends! ‎