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For the week of December 31, 2018 Giving: The Proof of Our Faith

Giving something of value to others to benefit them, without expecting anything in return, is an important part of being a Christian. It’s a selfless act, but it can also be very uncomfortable for some people to do. Financial giving can be scary if we see it as a loss instead of a gain. However, as believers, we don’t have to be afraid to give.

God didn’t give us the spirit of fear, but of power, of love, and of a sound mind. God is the ultimate giver, and He gave us His Son out of His love for us. Believing this enables us to give with the same motivation—love—to bless others. There’s no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear.

The reluctance to give stems from unbelief, which results in the fear that God’s promises won’t come to pass in our lives. God promises us He’ll supply all our needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus. He also tells us that He is not a man that He should lie, and He reassures us that whatever He has said, He will do.

The rich young ruler trusted more in his own wealth than in God, and he went away grieved when Jesus told him to give to others. By comparison, the poor widow gave generously, out of her trust in God. When we give with the right motive, it shall be given to us; good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over. We must not deceive ourselves by doubting the promise that whatever we sow is what we also reap.

God’s grace has made available to us everything we’ll ever need for prosperous, successful lives; our faith takes those resources. Trusting God enough to open our wallets joyfully and without cringing is proof of that faith. Our total trust in His Word frees us to give fearlessly.

Prayer:

Lord, trusting money more than You creates doubt and fear in us, and it hinders our faith. Your Word explains why it’s so important not to tolerate fear or let it stand in the way of our giving. Thank You for providing us with so many examples of how to handle money to demonstrate our faith. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Scriptures:

  • 2 Timothy 1:7
  • 1 John 4:18
  • Philippians 4:19
  • Numbers 23:19
  • Luke 18:22, 23
  • Mark 12:41-44
  • Luke 6:38
  • Galatians 6:7
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