[NFBF-Melbourne] WEEKEND DEVOTIONAL: GIVE...AND IT SHALL BE GIVEN UNTO YOU!

[Dr. Joyce Taylor]

Have you ever waited to do something you knew was the right thing to do?

 

The Bible tells us to give, and it shall be given unto you:  good measure , press down, and shaken together , and running over, shall  men give into your bosom.  For with the same measure that you mete withal, it shall be measured to you again (Luke 6:38).

 

“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 NIV

When we are reluctant to give, we miss out on the chance to bless others. Disobedience can harden our hearts toward others. We can hold on to what we have because we think we know best.

Instead, when you give with urgency, Paul says, “God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work” (2 Corinthians 9:8). He will bless you “so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God” (2 Corinthians 9:11).

Now, that may not always mean God will enrich you financially. But it does mean that God will always provide you with the means to be generous—with your time, energy, and money. And because God does not wait to provide for us, we shouldn’t wait to provide for others.



A good practice is when God blesses you, bless someone else.

 

Today, look for opportunities to show your generosity and share the good gifts God has given you—and when you see one, don’t wait to act! Instead, give with a cheerful spirit.

 

Blessings,

 

Dr. JT

Co-Chair

Blind Christian Group

 

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