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Prosperity in the Harvest

by Brett Fuller on February 26, 2018

Buried treasure carries a certain intrigue. The map, the search, the dig and the find each hold their own mystery and expectation. God views the potential which lies in the in the soul of the poor as buried treasure. In Proverbs 13:23 he says, “Abundant food is in the fallow ground of the poor, but it is swept away by injustice.”

The unplowed soil of the destitute is brimming with possibilities, yet injustice never gives the ground the opportunity to produce. Educational solutions, job skills, opportunity, benevolence and financial investment are all formidable forces against injustice. If the right recipe of the above remedies is mixed, one might just reap the bumper crop of hope and prosperity— say, in the southern region of the Appalachian Mountains or the urban sector of Oakland, California.

So today, let’s see impoverished people through God’s eyes and reap a harvest for all to enjoy. Live right, live well…

About the Author
Brett Fuller

Brett Fuller is the presiding Bishop of Every Nation’s family of churches in the metropolitan Washington DC area, that fall under the umbrella of the Grace Covenant Church’s purview. He also serves as Chaplain of the Washington Commanders. From 2005 to 2014 he served as Chaplain for the National Association of Basketball Coaches. In 2000, he initiated a bill in Congress to build a memorial honoring the African American Slaves who helped build America. Though the bill was never passed, he still hopes to complete the mission. Also, from 2007-2009 he served on President George Bush's Advisory Board for Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

Pastor Brett has written two devotionals: “Live Well”, and “Relate Well” and recently published two books: Dreaming in Black and White and High Ceilings. He and his lovely wife of 36 years, Cynthia, frequently conduct marriage and family seminars. Brett also coordinates relational and professional development seminars, helping leaders in every walk of life to become better leaders. He and his bride reside in Chantilly, VA, have parented 7 children and have been blessed with 2 wonderful daughter in-laws. And most recently, they have welcomed their first grandchild; Ava Lily.

 

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