Mark 12: 33-44 tells us of a widow who gave her last coins for her offering. This modern day report really helps us to understand that Word from God. It tells of a widow whose income was barely adequate to feed and clothe her six children. Yet every week she faithfully placed $4 in the offering plate. A deacon advised a pastor to visit and suggest she keep the money—to his regret. “You are trying to take away the last thing that gives me dignity and meaning,” she said. She had learned a key to giving: It can benefit the giver more than the receiver. Yes, those in poverty need financial help. But the need to give may be as important as the need to receive. The act of giving reminds us that we live by the grace of God—like the birds and the flowers. Those creations don’t worry about their future; neither should we. Giving offers us a way to express our confidence that God will care for us just as He cares for the sparrow and lily (Matt. 6:25-34). Whatever, Lord, we lend to Thee, Repaid a thousand-fold will be; Then gladly will we give to Thee, Who givest all—who givest all. —Wordsworth We disarm the power of money by giving it away.
Posted on: Fri, 08 Nov 2013 13:33:20 +0000
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