The first element of a successful life is faith: faith in God, faith in His Son, and faith in His promises. If we place our lives in God's hands, our faith is rewarded in ways that we as human beings with clouded vision and limited understanding can scarcely comprehend. But, if we seek to rely solely upon our own resources, or if we seek earthly success outside the boundaries of God's commandments, we reap a bitter harvest for ourselves and for our loved ones. Do you desire the abundance and success that God has promised? Then trust Him today and everyday that you live. Then when you have entrusted your future to the Giver of all things good, rest assured that your future is secure, not only for today, but also for all eternity.~1 John 5:4