The Responsibility of Planning for the Future (Retirement and Legacy)
The Responsibility of Planning for the Future (Retirement and Legacy) As believers and stewards of God’s resources, we are called not only to live faithfully in the present but also to plan wisely for the future . Responsible planning is an act of faith, foresight, and stewardship — it shows that we trust God with our tomorrows while using wisdom to prepare for them. The Bible reminds us in Proverbs 21:5 (NIV) , “The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty.” Planning for retirement and legacy isn’t a lack of faith — it’s a reflection of obedience, discipline, and responsibility toward what God has entrusted to us. 1. Understanding the Need for Future Planning Many people live day to day without thinking about the future, assuming that “God will provide.” While that is true, God also calls us to partner with Him in responsible planning . Just as Joseph stored grain in Egypt during years of plenty (Genesis 41:33–36), we too are called to pre...