A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed. Proverbs 11:25
Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7
Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, when it is in your power to act. Proverbs 3:27
The boys have been working on personal management skills. They’ve been learning these real world skills by getting their “paycheck” every week through an allowance. They have certain “bills” they have to pay (weekly activity dues), donations they make, money they put aside for savings, money they are free to spend, and they even keep emergency money for something that comes up unexpectantly.
I’ve seen something that I’ve been able to learn from. They tuck away their money into the donation envelopes, and when the time comes, they excitedly give their money to help others. They will even make suggestions where we can all donate to. They’re involved in giving, and I’ve watched their generosity grow. I’ve certainly seen them go into their spending money to give more than they set aside many times.
The character trait for today is Generosity-carefully managing my resources so I can freely give to those in need (definition from characterfirst.com).
In one of her books, Brooke St. James said that we shouldn’t worry too much about whether or not the person deserves good, and just do our best to act when we’re capable of it. Also, we think we’re doing something for someone else, and we end up being the ones who are blessed by it. This is so true!
Today, listen to where God wants you to give in His name, and do so generously and with excitement. Don’t worry about if they “deserve” it, just act! You’re faithfulness in listening and giving will be rewarded.
