Wealth Of Generosity

Scripture: 1 Now, brothers and sisters, let me tell you about the amazing gift of God’s grace that’s happening throughout the churches in Macedonia. 2 Even in the face of severe anguish and hard times, their elation and poverty have overflowed into a wealth of generosity. 3 I watched as they willingly gave what they could afford and then went beyond to give even more. 4 They came to us on their own, begging to take part in this work of grace to support the poor saints in Judea. 5 We were so overwhelmed— none of us expected their reaction—that they truly turned their lives over to the Lord and then gave themselves to support us in our work as we answer the call of God. 6 That’s why we asked Titus to finish what he started among you regarding this gracious work of charity. 7 Just as you are rich in everything—in faith and speech, in knowledge and all sincerity, and in the love we have shown among you — now I ask you to invest richly in this gracious work too. 8 I am not going to command you, but I am going to offer you the chance to prove your love genuine in the same way others have done. 9 You know the grace that has come to us through our Lord Jesus, the Anointed. He set aside His infinite riches and was born into the lowest circumstance so that you may gain great riches through His humble poverty. (2 Corinthians 8:1-9 The Voice)

Generosity is an interesting concept. It has two sides to it; the giving, and then the receiving. Jim and I love the opportunity to give and have seen the blessing that comes with that. We have also been on the receiving end of the generosity of others. That is also a blessing and many times very humbling. Thank You, Father, for Your generosity and grace in giving us life and that more abundantly. Thank You, also, for the ability to give and to be generous. Help us to continue, and to do more. AMEN Where, O Lord, should I put my hope? My only hope is in You. So continue to hear my prayers as I call on You. Psalm 39
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