BE GENEROUS!

And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased’ – Hebrews 13:16 [NIV]

LIGHT FOR THE NOW: It is unspeakable for believers to beg: Rise to your responsibility.

There are tremendous benefits attached to being nice. Unfortunately, some believers are yet to come to this truth. A lot of professed Christians with-hold good things from fellow humans. While the Bible does not condone laziness, it would not be wrong if you give some form of financial assistance to those in need. Apostle Paul admonished on all believers to be gainfully engaged so they should not just be materially sufficient, but experience an overflow in order to give the surplus to the needy. You cannot empower anyone if you don’t experience an overflow. The Grace of God had made provisions for everything you need pertaining to life and godliness. This means that Christ had empowered you both physically and spiritually. Don’t trivialize the suffering, death, burial and resurrection of Christ. It is unspeakable for believers to beg; Rise to your responsibility.

Being kind goes beyond giving alms to the needy. Your generosity can also be seen in your personal relationship with others in your family circles, neighborhood and business partners. Though salvation is not a function of moral life, it is vital that you lead a peaceful life with these ones, hence, the Apostle Paul showed that all believers should be generous in mercy. The measure with which you measure to others, this will be measured unto you. This is a boom-rise affair. If you are generous in showing mercy to fellowmen, people will readily show you mercy. It may not necessarily be the same people, but whenever you are in need of mercy, you will surely find it. Just be nice! Mercy and kindness can be the positive touch for a total transformation of your business. Also, good business ethics such as transparency, account tability  and proper manners go a long way to advertising your company. In turn, you will reap bountifully in the material things, here on Earth! A generous soul is a wise person! It takes the course of wisdom to be generous (read the story of Abigail, Nabal and David in 1 Samuel 25:1-42). Therefore, acknowledge the source of the wisdom. ‘…of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom…’ (1 Corinthians 1:30). Praise the Lord!

INSTRUCTION: Just be nice!!!

Prayer: Christ lives in me. Therefore, I receive the virtues of kindness and generosity, in Jesus Name!

QUOTE: The world of the giver gets larger and larger, but the world of the stingy gets smaller and smaller!