While we may wait and long for His appearing, "let us not become weary in doing good..."

Years ago, we sent out several thousand letters to Christians who we thought might have an interest in a resource such as SMI, one that could help them set up a personalized financial plan based on biblical principles. To many, this was welcome news — we added about a hundred new subscribers.
To others, such as the man who returned our order card with the above message (written with a bold red marker for emphasis!), it was an unnecessary distraction. His comment was a vivid reminder there are many Christians who are so focused on the reality of Christ’s return that planning, saving, and investing for the future seem pointless.
I would like nothing better than to see their expectation of Jesus’ imminent return come to pass! World events, and the extensive evidence of God’s Spirit moving in new ways around the globe gathering millions into the Body of Christ, suggest that possibility. But until the Lord does return, we are not given an either/or choice. Should we be living in anticipation as we “eagerly wait for our Lord Jesus Christ to be revealed” (1 Corinthians 1:7b)? Yes. Should we have plans that will enable us to “be rich in good deeds, and be generous and willing to share” (1 Timothy 6:18)? Yes. The Bible leaves no doubt that God expects us to plan:
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