Tag: generosity
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Are you so tight that you squeak?
Have you ever known people who complained incessantly about how they never had enough money, yet were so tight with everything they owned that they squeaked when they walked? Maybe I’m exaggerating a little, but really, there are people who are so tight fisted with their money they seem to squeak every time they consider…
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Generosity 2 (excerpts from eBook)
No strings attached… The Lord inspired the psalmist to write: “They share freely and give generously to those in need.” Psalm 112:9 NLT Freely and generously. The blessings of God are upon the doers of the word, not those who only dream about obeying him. And freely means no strings attached. Gifts aren’t gifts if…
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Churches Only Want Your Money?
There’s a saying that’s almost as old as the planet we live on; well, that depends on whether it’s a young planet or an old one. Anyway, the saying goes like so: “churches only want your money.” Ever heard it? Better yet, ever said it? Do you believe it? A lot of folks do. But…
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Seeds and Bread
Seeds and Bread But this I say: he who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver. And God is able to make all grace abound…
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Generosity (excerpt from eBook)
Windows of Heaven/Doorway of Destruction When I was a pastor, I always enjoyed saying to the congregation, “Please turn to Malachi, chapter three.” I’d hear little whispers, and once in a while, a groan or two. What was exceptional fun was to then add, “And no, I’m not preaching about the tithe today.” A few…
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Created for Generosity
God is generous! God is very generous! Generosity is one of His characteristics. It’s as much a part of Him as is Love and Truth. Holiness and Righteousness cannot exist without Love, Truth, AND Generosity. Grace would be of no help, could not assist a soul, without Generosity. For Grace is “God’s willingness to use…