A Prayer over a Paycheck

Almighty God, Maker and Savior of the entire world,
You have provided for us in much and in little.
You have entrusted us with the care of this world,
Both through our work and in the fruit of our work.
We lay no claim to the resources represented on this paper.
Not just a tenth—All is Yours.
Not just three-tenths—All is Yours.
Let us use for our needs what you have provided for our needs.
Let us use for sharing what you have provided for the needs of others.
Teach us to live appropriately;
Not chasing the next and the new, but content with life in Your kingdom,
Not grasping for possession, but willing to sell all and follow Jesus,
Not succumbing to greed, but acting with generosity toward all.
Keep us from doing evil by withholding what You mean for others,
And deliver us from the fear of insecurity.
For You are the only Security there is.
Amen.