Sincere Milk

Key Verse

“And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.” Luke 6:31

Text — Luke 6:27-31

Message

Everyone likes to receive gifts but not many like to give. The Bible says it is more blessed to give than to receive; so the habit of giving to others must be embraced by every child of God. God showed us the examples of giving when He gave His only begotten Son to die for our sins (John 3:16). He expects us also to give to the needy around us.

The story was told of an old missionary woman who was told of a suffering family which hadn’t had much to eat and was starving. Many people in their community were in the same condition. This missionary visited the family and gave them a bag of rice. As soon as it was received, the mother in the family divided the bag into two and went out. The missionary was left wondering where she went. She returned shortly thereafter and the missionary asked where she went. She explained that her neighbours were also hungry, so she took some of the rice to them. The missionary was surprised and happy that the woman thought about others in the situation that she was. She commended her for her thoughtfulness and kindness.

The Bible says when we look at the needs of others and meet them, God will make sure our own needs are also met. So, if you want it, give it! Giving is the key to blessing because givers never lack. Nothing is too small to give, but do it cheerfully and God will reward you abundantly.

Further Reading

Luke 6:38

Prayer for today

God, please, give me the heart of giving to meet the needs of other people.