Gaining, gifting, giving; principles of the life journey as a child of God.
“Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption, but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit reap everlasting life. And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith.” (Galatians 6:7-10)
Scripture in another place puts it this way: “You will be enriched in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion. And through us, your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.” (2 Corinthians 9:11)
In ancient times, to be generous meant you were born into a noble family. Someone of good stock, high character, and an elevated status. It’s not just a name. It also meant the same of your character.
But over time, that meaning shifted. Today, we don’t equate generosity with birthright — but with a heart that gives freely. So when we call someone generous today, we’re really saying this person acts nobly, not because of their bloodline, but because of their heart. A generous person is marked by kindness, unselfishness, and a willingness to give freely.
As followers of Christ, we are both noble by adoption and generous by calling. Baptized into the family of the King, we are royalty, and we are sent to live like it. To give freely. To serve humbly. To reflect the generosity of Jesus in every good deed. In short, we are called, saved, and sent to be generously Jesus. (read John 3:16 and Romans 5:6-8 as an examples of God gifting).
Behind every good deed is a generous heart. Behind every generous heart is Jesus’ generous gift of the Holy Spirit.
And because generosity begins not with us, it does begin with Him. That’s nobility. That’s generous. That’s Jesus.
Prayer
Father, I thank You for the blessings You have given me and the opportunities to use them to Your glory. Help me be of a generous, joyful spirit, so that my giving reflects the love You have shown me.
Stay encouraged!
Pastor Mike
