BE A GENEROUS GIVER

Say HiADVANTAGES IN GIVING Many times we look at some Christian injunctions and feel that only the mature Christians are meant to do them. When it comes to giving, we say within ourselves, “that is meant for the rich and not for us who are struggling to make ends meet.” I have good news for us today that we do not have to be rich to give and we do not have to be poor to be stingy too.Paul wrote in Acts 20:35 quoting Jesus by saying “it is more blessed to give than to receive.” Let us quickly examine some reasons why ALL Christians should imbibe this noble practice.1.Giving obeys God’s command (Luke 6:38).2.Giving submits to God’s Lordship. Our submission is really tested in the areas where our own nature and situation make obedience more difficult. Money is one of those areas.3.Giving exhibits God’s heart (James 1:17). Be like God who is the giver of every good and perfect gift. 4.Giving illustrate God’s salvation (2 Cor. 2:9). Jesus became poor, that we through His poverty might become rich.5.Giving makes us to trust God’s provision. Many Christians have discovered the joy of casting their bread upon the waters and multiple loaves returning after many days (Eccle. 11:1). Experience the joy of seeing God fulfill His promise of provision when we obey Him.6.We make God happy when we give. The Lord loves a cheerful giver (2 Cor 2:7).7.Giving promotes God’s kingdom. If money is the vehicle for missions then we should give.8.Giving shows our appreciation to God who has given us all things. Psalm 116:12 says “what shall I render unto the Lord for all His benefits towards me?” Verse 14 says “I will pay my vows to the Lord now in the presence of all His people.” So remember, “It is more blessed to give than to receive”.www.ikoyibaptistchurch.org, instagram.com/@ikoyibaptisthurch, facebook.com/@ikoyibaptistchurch, x.com/@ikoyibaptistchurch.