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Devotional - 24th July 2020

'Being enriched in every thing to all bountifulness, which causeth through us thanksgiving to God (2 Corinthians 9:11).

God the giver of life teaches us the importance of giving, through His love. For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son, that whosoever believes in him will not perish but have eternal life. God is always giving and when we exercise that agape love - the love of God; we will give to others liberally. Giving is not be legalistic, oppressive or mandatory; but should should be voluntary, cheerful and from a place of faith in God. "Every man according to the purpose of his heart should give not grudgingly, or of necessity, for God loves a cheerful giver" (2 Corinthians 11:8). God not only provides for our basic needs to our satisfaction and contentment, but also surplus to help in relieving the poor and needy. When we exercise our faith and give willingly of what God has blessed us with, it will cause an overflowing thankfulness to God. Knowing God and experiencing His love should motivate us to give willingly and cheerfully; our money, our time, our energy, our effort to meet the needs of others. Our willingness  allows us to participate in the work of God - being co-labourers with Him. It is God who provides the food and distributed freely what is needed to the poor, through us His workers. When we participate in this work with God, we will be enriched in every thing to all bountifulness. There should never be the perception that when we give, we will increase in riches. No! That's not what this is about. It is God who gives the increase so we can continue to give and meet the needs of others - it is not a one-off giving. Through our generous giving God will be glorified on the earth, and  thanksgiving offered to Him. No matter how small the gift, God appreciate it. If coming from a heart of willingness, cheerfulness and sincerity, He will therefore, bless the giver. We have this privilege and opportunity to participate in working with God even through our generous giving. Let's give with a cheerful and thankful heart.

Have a wonderful day and a bless weekend 🌹🌹

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