Read Numbers 4, Isaiah 29, and Proverbs 11:19-31.
This devotional is about Proverbs 11:19-31.
Generosity is a key theme in today’s readings. We see it in verses 24-26 with three separate proverbs on the subject.
- Verse 24 talks about people who gain more and more even though they give a lot of what they have away. Those people are contrasted with those who cheat others what they owe them and yet become poor.
- Verse 25 states that the generous will proper and be cared for when they have cared for others.
- Verse 26 talks about how other people view the generous. People call down curses on hoarders but ask God to bless those who sell the products that they have.
Are you a generous Christian?
I believe every Christian should tithe and give to God’s work above the tithe. But are you quick to help others in need when you see that need? Do you enjoy giving to others with no expectation of return?
I can tell you from my own life that helping someone through giving brings more joy than buying more stuff.
These proverbs, however, teach that giving actually enables prosperity. Not only should we be generous, then, because of the joy of generosity and because it pleases God; we should be generous because God blesses generous people with financial blessings. Take some time to consider how generous you are or aren’t. Consider: Are you trusting God by faith or hoarding things in fear?
Then step out and become a more generous person. When you do, watch to see how your life is enhanced because of your obedience in generosity.