Recently, chairman of the Federal Reserve Ben Bernanke was quoted as saying that one's quality of life should not be measured in terms of money. Instead, it should be measured in other relational intangibles (paraphased by me). I agree. While dollars and cents are useful and can make things a bit easier at times, it is your reputation and your relationships that carry the most value. Relational equity can get you much further in gathering support than paying for people's help. By loving others, you will be loved. By trusting others, you will be trusted. By giving to others, you are bound to receive in times of need. Invest in the people in your life. The rest will follow.
Readings: Job 16:1-19:29; 1 Corinthians 16:1-24; Psalm 40:1-10; Proverbs 22:1
