Spending Money as if I were Hashem
I had this thought the other day - how would I spend my money if I were Hashem. The money "I make" is in my possession because Hashem wants me to have it, because He gave it to me - it's something I've been told year in and year out. But I recently had the epiphany - and again, it's not a new concept to me nor - but the light bulb went on in my head. If the money is given to me by Him, then should I not attempt to spend it as if He were spending it - spend it how He would spend it (taking care of my needs too of course). Furthermore, shouldn't I say 'enough' to the gathering of material goods and just let them go? Why do I allow them to hold me back and keep me tied down? Are they what is really important in life? Should I not treasure the possibility of doing good deeds and volunteering in the world more? And not just the 'gathering' of things, but the saving and the intent to make more money for greedy desires. So here is a list of t