A Generous Witness

 2 Kings 24; Jeremiah 22; Psalms 112; John 18 

“Even in darkness light dawns for the upright, for the gracious and compassionate and righteous man. Good will come to him who is generous and lends freely, who conducts his affairs with justice…He has scattered abroad his gifts to the poor, his righteousness endures forever; his horn will be lifted high in honor.”

Psalm 112:4, 5, 9

How we spend our money reveals our heart. These promises of God’s blessing, favor, and glory resting on those who live with generosity toward others, and in particular the least advantaged, are still evidenced today. When our actions of compassion and our words of conviction are congruent, our life of mission is marked by the favor and hand of God. God notices when our gifts to the poor are not just distributed locally, but also scattered abroad. God notices when we lend freely and conduct our affairs with justice. Righteousness received from Christ must be expressed in righteous living that testifies to a transformed heart. 

If all people could see was our testimony of generosity and justice for the poor, would they know that we follow Jesus?

“Lord Jesus, live and give with compassion through me, for your glory.”