GIVING (4)

We are not left with the mere command or insinuation of giving. No, Paul goes on to tell us, as Jesus himself did, that there are results from selfless giving.

Recall that Jesus said, “Give and you will receive gifts – the full measure, compacted, shaken together and overflowing, will be put right in your lap. For the measure with which you measure out will be used to measure back to you!”

Paul puts it this way:
1. God multiplies the seed (giving) an increased in the harvest. 2 Corinthians 9:10.
2. We will be enriched in every way so that we can be generous in everything. v.11.
3. Our generosity will cause others to thank God, not us! v.12.
4. By our generosity, we give testimony to the truth of the Good News of Jesus Christ – v.13. Note here that there is a close tie between our confession of salvation and our generosity!
5. We are drawn to community with those who receive our donations – v.14.

Lord, help me to put into practice more of the giving which is motivated from my love for you and your love for me! “Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!”