The Joy of Giving

August 24, 2009 categories:  Daily Bread

Recent events in the political and economic realms have caused great insecurity in our present social order. These current changes are also creating a “shifting” in the perspective of finances both individual and corporate. Sadly, most people have turned introspective and as a result are holding back charitable giving which is greatly hindering the work of the ministry.

We need to take care not to allow this “poverty mindset” to infiltrate our vocabulary. It is apparent that adjustments need to be made (especially in the area of excessive debt), but they must come from sound biblical wisdom and not knee jerk reactions to the fluctuations of the marketplace.

One of the primary gauges of blessing is our desire and ability to give. “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” (Acts 20:35)

What is happening in the world does not change the principles of scripture. The Word of God is “forever settled in heaven” (Psalm 119″89) and what happens on earth does not have the power to circumvent God’s order. God’s economic system has always been paradoxal to the world.

If we want to continue to receive, we have to continue to give. Be careful not to restrict yourself by closing your heart and your hand. Our kingdom is not of this world.