What if we all did our part?
Would there be any hunger or homelessness or lack? (2 Chronicles 31:10; Deuteronomy 14:28-29)
According to Deuteronomy 15:11, the poor will always be among us.
Jesus once said “It is more blessed to give than to receive” (Acts 20:35).
There are blessings for those who give with a cheerful heart (2 Corinthians 9:7).
We give as God puts it on our heart(2 Corinthians 9:7),
and we do it at the first opportunity (Ecclesiastes 5:4).
It says in James 2:15-16 that it is no good to have the resources to give to someone in need, and instead, say, “be warm and filled,” but walk away without giving them what they need.
Everybody wants to be around a person who gives (Proverbs 19:6).
We can give the gift of Jesus, who resides within us. (Acts 3:2-6).
Jesus’ blessings and miracles did not come from His pockets.
They came from His healing hands and unbridled heart.
He gave His time.
He gave a lending ear.
He gave words of wisdom.
He gave His parables.
He gave healing.
He gave mercy and forgiveness.
He gave Himself.
He gave an example.
Jesus gave with a purpose.
We give to God first (Proverbs 3:9). We provide for and give to our families (1 Timothy 5:8; Mark 7:9-13).
We give to the people in the ministry and those who teach to support their calling, their work and obedience (Galatians 6:6; Nehemiah 12:47).