“And I have been a constant example of how you can help those in need by working hard. You should remember the words of the Lord Jesus: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’” Acts 20:35 (NLT)
There’s something powerful about generosity.
For one thing, it feels great to be on the receiving end. I could tell you countless stories of when Sally and I were believing God to meet a need, and someone came along to bless us out of the blue.
At the same time, there’s a passion in me to be someone who gives to others. I remember one couple at my dad’s church when I was a teenager. The man had lost his job and was struggling to even put food on the table. Although I wasn’t making much money at the time, I wanted to help. So, I went out to buy groceries and secretly left the bags on their front porch.
In our church’s midweek service, there was a time for sharing testimonies. That Wednesday, this man stood up with tears in his eyes and told the story of how he was praying for a way to feed his kids. He’d been trying to figure out where he could borrow some money, when he opened his door and discovered his porch covered in grocery bags.
Nineteen-year-old me sat there in the service fighting off the biggest grin. It felt so good to be used by God to bless someone. I was hooked! From then on, I’ve always wanted to give wherever I can.
As God continues to bless your life, financially and in other areas, I encourage you to look for every opportunity to give! God created us to be cheerful, generous givers.
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