““Do not take advantage of anyone or rob him. Do not hold back the wages of someone you have hired, not even for one night.”(GNBDC).
This scripture came up in my heart this morning as I was fellowship with God, it was so strong that I had to check my books in case I have missed any. I believe God is deeply concerned about how we treat those who work for us.
In Leviticus 19:13, He commands that we must not exploit or delay the wages of a labourer, even for one night. This is not just a financial instruction; it is a matter of justice, integrity, and compassion.
When wages are delayed, it can affect livelihoods, families, and dignity. Paying at the right time reflects the character of God which is faithful, just, and dependable. As employers, leaders, or stewards, we are called to honour those who serve with fairness and promptness.
Timely payment is not generosity, it is righteousness.
Growth is a process. It demands courage, perseverance, and faith.
Recently, I read a piece from my mentor about the Chinese bamboo. I had heard the story over five years ago, but I never paused to study it deeply; until now. Her words stirred something in me, provoking a desire to understand this extraordinary plant and uncover what God might be saying through it.
In my search, I discovered something profound:
-Stop complaining because you can’t see progress. Just because your growth is not visible does not mean nothing is happening. With the bamboo, the depth is forming long before the height appears.The real work is deeply embedded in the unseen.
Here are 6 powerful lessons from the Chinese Bamboo:
1. Growth Begins in the Dark, Not in the Open: For years, nothing breaks the surface. Yet beneath the soil, the roots are spreading wide and deep.
Lesson: God develops your foundation before He displays your elevation.
2. Silence Is Not Absence: The fact that nothing is visible does not mean nothing is happening.
Lesson: Your silent season is a working season. Heaven is building what eyes cannot yet see.
3. Depth Determines Height: The bamboo spends 4–5 years building a root system strong enough to support 80–90 feet of sudden growth.
Lesson: The deeper your preparation, the higher your destiny.
4. Consistency Is the Water That Feeds Destiny: Farmers water the bamboo daily even when they see no progress for years.
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