The Cheerful Giver
Monday, June 5, 2023Key Verse
“Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver” 2 Corinthians 9:7
Text — 2 Corinthians 9:6-11
Message
Richard observed that John, one of his classmates was always alone during lunch-time without money or food. One day, he approached him to find out why. John opened up to him that his father had lost his job and the money from his mother’s petty trading was barely enough to cater for the family’s needs. That day, Richard shared his meal with him. On getting home, Richard told his mom who showed love and care by giving extra food pack for John throughout the term.
This act of generosity and giving made John to surrender his life to Jesus. His parents too were touched by this kindness that in time, they also became converted.
With fervent prayers, things became better as John’s dad got a better paying job than the one he lost. God desires that we give to the needy around us and be cheerful while doing so. God honours and rewards cheerful giving. You must cultivate the attitude of helping others as the need arises.
Further Reading
Luke 6:38
Prayer for today
Lord, I ask for a heart that truly loves, cares and is concerned about the needs of the people around me.
About Author - Pastor W.F. Kumuyi
Listed among “500 most powerful people on the planet” by the Foreign Policy magazine in 2013, Pastor (Dr.) William F. Kumuyi is the founder and General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry (DCLM) headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria. DCLM started in 1973 as a 15-member Bible study group right in Kumuyi’s apartment at University of Lagos where he was a lecturer. His revolutionary Bible teaching on personal holiness and commitment to evangelism soon gained so much traction and resulted in a widespread revival.
