In a bustling city, there lived a young man named Kay. He was a hardworking entrepreneur who had built a small but successful business from the ground up. Despite his success, Kay remained humble, always remembering his roots and the struggles he had overcome.
One day, as Kay reviewed his finances, he realised that his business had grown beyond his expectations. He had more wealth than he had ever imagined, but he also felt a sense of responsibility. “What should I do with all this?” he wondered. “How can I use it to make a difference?”
That Sunday, Kay attended church, where the lady pastor spoke about 1 Kings 10:23: “King Solomon was greater in riches and wisdom than all the other kings of the earth.” The anointed lady pastor explained that Solomon’s wealth and wisdom were gifts from God, but what set him apart was how he used them to honour God and bless others.
“True success,” the lady pastor said, “isn’t measured by what we have but by how we use it. When we honour God with our resources, He multiplies our impact.”
Kay felt a stirring in his heart. He realised that his wealth wasn’t just for his own benefit, it was a tool to glorify God and serve others.
Kay decided to take action. He began by setting aside a portion of his profits to support local charities and community projects. He also started a mentorship program for young entrepreneurs, sharing his knowledge and experience to help others succeed.
At first, the changes were small, but Kay trusted that God would multiply his efforts.
One day, Kay received a call from a nonprofit organisation that provided education for underprivileged children. They were struggling to keep their doors open and needed urgent funding. Kay felt led to donate a significant amount, enough to cover their expenses for the next year.
The impact was immediate. The organisation was able to expand its programs, reaching more children than ever before. Kay’s donation also inspired others to give, creating a ripple effect of generosity.
Years later, Kay’s business had become a model of ethical entrepreneurship. He was known not just for his success but for his generosity and commitment to making a difference. The mentorship program he started had helped dozens of young entrepreneurs launch their own businesses, and the charities he supported had transformed countless lives.
One evening, as Kay stood on the balcony of his office, overlooking the city, he opened his Bible to 1 Kings 10:23 and read aloud: “King Solomon was greater in riches and wisdom than all the other kings of the earth.”
“Thank You, Lord,” he whispered. “You’ve shown me that true greatness comes from using what I have to honour You and bless others.”
True success isn’t measured by wealth or wisdom alone but by how we use our resources to honour God and serve others. When we steward our blessings with a heart of generosity, we create a legacy that reflects God’s love and faithfulness. As 1 Kings 10:23 reminds us, greatness comes from using what we have to glorify God.
Heavenly Father, I lift up the reader to You today, grateful for the blessings You have given them. Teach them to use their resources wisely, honouring You and serving others. Help them to steward their wealth, time and talents with a heart of generosity, knowing that every good gift comes from You. Thank You for showing them that true greatness is found in glorifying You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
