Widow’s Giving

Scripture: 41 The he sat down near the offering box, watching all the people dropping in their coins. Many of the rich would put in very large sums, 42 but a destitute widow walked up and dropped in two small copper coins, worth less than a penny. 43 Jesus called his disciples to gather around and then said to them, “I tell you the truth, this poor widow has given a larger offering than any of the wealthy. 44 For the rich gave out of their surplus, but she sacrificed out of her poverty and gave to God all that she had to live on, which was everything she had.” (Mark 12:41-44 The Passion) Why do I/you give? Is it with a generous heart or with a religious obligation, or even for show? Giving can be a joy when we give from the heart, or a burden when we give with a feeling of obligation.

Let giving flow from your heart, not from a sense of religious duty. Let it spring up freely from the joy of giving – all because God loves hilarious generosity.! (2 Corinthians 9:7 The Passion) Father, thank You for the privilege and joy of giving. Continue to give us wisdom as we give, and give us opportunities to give. AMEN Lord, I will not be discouraged, I will not be disturbed for I know that You, my God, are there for me. I always have plenty of reasons to praise You. Thank You. Psalm 42
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