Give Freely

Proverbs 11:24-25 says, “There is one who scatters, yet increases more; and there is one who withholds more than is right, but it leads to poverty. The generous soul will be made rich, and he who waters will also be watered himself.”

Have you ever wondered why when you give you receive more? The principle is puzzling. However, look at the number of organizations such as the Ronald McDonald House Charities and Saint Jude’s Children’s Hospital that give away free services to children in need of serious help. They give generously of their services, but they receive abundantly from others to further fund their giving of more services to others. The principle works: generosity makes you rich.
Many people think of generosity as giving money. But generosity is making what you have to offer available to others, and that can be more than just money. Whatever you have can be offered. During times of distress money may not be the answer. If you were undergoing a serious surgery money would not help you, but a prayer from a dear Saint to God would. What you have to offer is of value to someone, whether it is as simple as water or as extravagant as a new car. As you search and find ways to become more generous towards others, expect to be blessed. Others need what you have to offer. Whether your wealth lies in your expertise, creativity, or encouragement, extend a gracious offer to help others. Don’t wait until someone is in a crisis to be generous. Remember God was generous to you long before you realized you needed it by offering His Son in order that you might be saved! He desires your heart not your pocket book or your wallet. He created everything. Therefore, He owns it. Why then do we hold onto our stuff and not offer it freely to God? Moreover, why are we apprehensive in giving to our fellow man?

Challenge:
Give freely this week and be prepared to Be Blessed!!!