To work or not to work!!

Many ask me why I haven't retired yet? I have many answers to that question, but first I would like to quote a passage from II Thessalonians 3:10"For even when we were with you, we gave you this rule: 'If a man will not work, he shall not eat.'" I live by this rule for as long as the Lord gives me good health and a sound body I'll work. This is for me, I'm not advocating or telling others what to do. What a man does after retirement age is between him and the Lord, I'm not stepping into the relationship.

At this point in my life, I enjoy my job. I have a great relationship with my employer and they treat me fairly and I get well compensated for my work. My wife is not ready to retire, she has another year or so to go. At that time we will reconsider our options, but I will still work. As the Lord continues to bless me with health and a sound mind, I will continue to work, pray, and give back.

As you get from my last sentence I don't take from anyone, especially when I don't need it. This is where my big beef is, I will as long as I can with God's help not be dependent on the US government. These days as corrupt as the government is I trust myself, family, and friends to be there for me more than Uncle Sam. Don't get me wrong, when I could start to take SSA payments I did. It's not against the law, and at least I'm getting some of my taxes back.

The Lord has greatly blessed me. So I use the ability and the time I have to be prosperous and productive. With these blessings I can bless others and have the opportunity to give and share what the Lord has given me. Preaching and proclaiming His Name to others in need of earthly and spiritual guidance.

God bless till next time.