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Generosity

One person gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty. A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.¹

 

Generosity is the attitude of joyfully sharing what we have, regardless of our abundance. The Bible reveals that generosity in abundance is an attribute of God. (Deuteronomy 28:12). And as part of His transformative plan for believers, the Father wants us to cultivate a generous spirit.

 

A generous approach to our time and material goods begins by giving ourselves to God. When we accept that He owns everything, we will be able to more easily detach ourselves from our possessions. But the decision to cultivate generosity is based on trust. Instead of adding up to see how small a quantity we can safely give, Christians should give by faith. Hebrews 13:16 (NIV) tells us, Do not forget to do good and to share with others what you have, for these are the sacrifices that please God. The Lord responds by supplying what is necessary to meet what we will give to others and our own needs (Luke 6:38). Only by giving do we learn that we can never surpass God in generosity.

 

Therefore, let us choose to cultivate a generous spirit for the Lord always.

 

Suggested Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, help me develop a generous spirit and heart. Let my focus be generosity in terms of time and money. Thank You, Lord, because everything is Yours, You are the owner of time and money. Help me to be a good steward of all the resources you have provided me and to give with a generous and grateful heart. I pray in the name of Jesus, Amen

 

1.    Proverbs 11:24-25 (NIV).

 

Today's Encounter was written by: Rosina N.