THE PROTECTION OF NATIONAL ASSETS AND THE PROSPERITY OF THE CHURCH

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Good -Life Devotional: THE PROTECTION OF NATIONAL ASSETS AND THE PROSPERITY OF THE CHURCH

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

   The protection of national assets is a biblical principle that directly affects societal stability and, by extension, the prosperity of the Church. Scripture shows that God entrusts resources to faithful stewards who manage them with wisdom, accountability, and integrity. Daniel is a clear example. Though serving in a foreign land, he played a critical role in the administration of Babylon’s affairs. His exceptional spirit and integrity led the king to set him over the realm (Daniel 6:1–3), ensuring that the king “suffered no loss” (Daniel 6:2, AMP). Daniel’s faithfulness protected national assets and preserved order in government.

Similarly, Joseph’s stewardship in Egypt demonstrates how godly management leads to abundance. By divine wisdom, Joseph established a system of data gathering and storage during the years of plenty, safeguarding Egypt’s resources against famine (Genesis 41:33–36). As a result, Egypt not only survived the famine but prospered, and “all countries came into Egypt to Joseph to buy grain” (Genesis 41:57).

    These biblical models highlight the importance of institutions such as a bureau of statistics and agencies that control government spending. Accurate data, proper valuation, quality control, and transparent pricing prevent waste, corruption, and the careless sale of national assets. The Bible affirms accountability: “Moreover, it is required of stewards that one be found faithful” (1 Corinthians 4:2).

Jesus Himself emphasized accountability. When He fed the multitudes, there was a clear record of numbers fed and leftovers gathered—twelve baskets in Matthew 14:20 and seven baskets in Matthew 15:37—demonstrating planning, measurement, and future-minded stewardship.

When national assets are protected through daily accountability and accessibility, societies flourish, poverty is reduced, and the Church operates in an environment of peace and provision, enabling it to fulfill its divine mandate (1 Timothy 2:2).

  In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and godly leadership.

PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to serve in integrity. 

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