The wish that some people seemed to always have was to discover that a “rich uncle,” whom they had never met, died and left them a great fortune. I am not sure that such has ever happened, but that is how some folks dream of becoming rich. But, for every child of God, there is something much better than having a “rich uncle”!
Are you a Christian? If so, you have a rich Father! Oh, yes! And get this! He shares His “riches” with His children! Some earthly fathers might be rich, but that doesn’t necessary mean any benefits from those riches reach their children. But, your heavenly Father is not only abundantly rich, but He “shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus” (Phil. 4:19).
Your Father is rich in goodness (Rom. 2:4). The word for “goodness” means “the quality of being helpful or beneficial; goodness, kindness, generosity, benevolence.” Read that definition and rejoice that your Father is rich in goodness!
Your Father is rich in forbearance (Rom. 2:4). The word “forbearance” means “the act of holding back from, bearing with, enduring, being tolerant.” Read that definition and rejoice that your Father is rich in forbearance.
Your Father is rich in longsuffering (Rom. 2:4). The word “longsuffering” means “patience; slowness of avenging injuries; self-restraint in the face of provocation which does not hastily retaliate or promptly punish.” Read that definition and rejoice that your Father is rich in longsuffering.
Your Father is rich in grace (Eph. 1:7; 2:7). The word “grace” means “free favor; a beneficent disposition toward someone; gracious care/help, goodwill; the action of one who volunteers to do something not otherwise obligatory.” Read that definition and rejoice that your Father is rich in grace.
Your Father is rich in mercy (Eph. 2:4). The word “mercy” means “kindness or concern expressed for someone in need; compassion, outward manifestation of pity.” Read that definition and rejoice that your Father is rich in mercy.
Your father is rich in love (Eph. 2:4). The word “love” means “kindly concern, devotedness; unconditional, unselfish, sacrificial esteem that seeks the highest good of its object.” Read that definition and rejoice that your Father is rich in love.
Additionally, your Father is rich in wisdom and knowledge (Rom. 11:33). Every single quality of your Father that you can name abounds in excess to the infinite level. Truly, your Father is “abounding in riches for all who call on Him” (Rom. 10:12). Brother or sister, you are rich!