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Whoever gives to the poor will lack nothing, but those who close their eyes to poverty will be cursed. Proverbs 28:27 NLT
#DailyBibleReading #BibleReadingPlan
Whoever gives to the poor will lack nothing, but those who close their eyes to poverty will be cursed. Proverbs 28:27 NLT
Lessons on Generosity from Proverbs
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Most of my posts tie into what God is teaching me in my daily reading, which is also part of my S.O.A.P journal. Here are some past posts on S.O.A.P. journaling – Scripture, Observation, Application and Prayer: Reading Through the Bible and The Divine Mentor. I highly recommend making daily Bible reading and prayer a top priority. Even if you only have 10-15 minutes a day; I promise it will be a life-changer!
Today’s reading included Proverbs 11. The Bible talks a lot about Generosity, especially in Proverbs. God wants us to give not because giving benefits him; but giving benefits us. It changes our hearts. Where we spend our time and money is where our heart will be focused.
Personally, I am trying to make a conscious effort to have my life focused on what matters most – my walk with Jesus, my marriage, my kids, serving others and collecting memories over collecting things. Where I spend my money and time reflects these things. Where we chose to spend our time and money also changes our heart to make those things a higher priority.
For example, if I am giving my money to a certain non-profit or church my heart will be more inclined to care about that church or cause.
Generosity goes beyond just money. For me, it is very easy (and tempting) to get busy with my career and to-do list. I find it helpful to regularly take a few minutes to contemplate where my heart is in the areas below. If I am getting off track I need to make a purposeful decision to change my focus by giving more generously.