GENEROSITY
One day a roadside beggar asked for alms from
Alexander the Great as he passed by. The
man was quite poor and had no claim upon the ruler or the right to ask for
anything. Yet the Emperor threw him
several gold coins. A courtier was very astonished
at his generosity and commented, “Sir, copper coins would adequately meet that
beggar’s need. Why give him gold?” Alexander responded in royal fashion: “Copper
coins would suit the beggar’s need, but gold coins suit Alexander’s giving.” Indeed!
The widow’s two mites were extremely significant to
Christ, both because of her apparent willingness to give and the fact that her
small offering was such a large percentage of her possessions. (Mark 12:42-44) We should likewise be generous participants
in total stewardship, i.e. sharing our time, talent and treasure. After all, ‘our possessions’ already belong
to The Creator, and He freely rewards any who liberally assist others who are
in need. (Psalm 24:1 – Proverbs 19:17 – Luke 6:38)
Sisters and brothers, be continually blessed, and
please (above all else) MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO MEET OUR SOON COMING KING.
Maranatha!
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