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GRACIOUSLY

But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? For everything comes from you, and we have given you only what comes from your own hand. ~ 1 Chronicles 29:14

  • He saw the rich and the poor alike bringing their offerings to the temple as part of worship. He sees our hearts, our faith, what we depend on, what we keep for ourselves, our motives - He sees it all. He notices what we do in all areas, even in the area of our finances and giving.

  • In the Old Testament, they brought gifts to the temple. In the New Testament, they brought money and laid it at the apostles' feet. Worship is how we declare God’s worth in our lives: singing, praying, obedience, knowing Scripture, and giving. Generosity is a big deal to God because it is an act of worship.

  • We give in the times when we are rich, when we have plenty, when no needs are unmet, when we have security for the future. We give in the times when we are poor, when we don’t have enough, when what we give could be used greatly. Regular giving allows God to work on His timetable, not ours.

  • Jesus didn't need an accountant (although He had one on His staff) to know that the widow gave less money. And yet, He acknowledged she still gave more. Out of greater faith. And that’s what is behind our generosity. Jesus was looking for who gave greater faith in their giving.

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