Consider the Source
God is our source. All the good in our lives comes from Him. It may go through your hard work; it may be spoken from your parent’s mouth or funded by a Christian brother or sister, but do not
get confused. The hand of God is where all good things originate no matter what other hands they pass through.
“Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” – James 1:17, NIV
You never know when God will get you over your situation through someone who gets under your skin. God may show you how to love through your unsaved co-worker who taps her pen
non-stop all day long. He may plug you into your perfect spot by letting the last two promotions go to people who have less experience. You may leave yourself with next to nothing by giving so
much to others and then slip on your jeans and find a couple of twenties in the pocket. Keep your heart and mind open, accepting God’s thing however He chooses to deliver it. And do not forget
to give your Creator all the credit.
Your employer might write your check, but the Lord gives you the ability to do the work. God also provides you with the health you need to make wealth, the mind to be creative, the gifts and
talents, the way you see things, your perspective – all God. You are not entitled to anything, but through Christ, you will have everything you need to fulfill His plan for your life. Be thankful;
don’t take any good thing for granted, and in all things, consider your Source.
Carlos Rivera serves with his wife Rosalinda Rivera as Executive Director of ![]()
New Life for Adults and Youth. This impactful ministry has offered both hope and help to troubled and addicted young
people and their despairing families for more than 50 years and has a long history of success in both outreach and residential programs. This faith-based ministry has recovery homes for men, women, and
moms with children. Miracles happen in these homes every day as young people are freed from bondage to drugs and alcohol.
Marilyn Hickey Ministries 
Charisma Staff 
