Investing
Each of you should
give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under
compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. - 2 Corinthians 9:7
The famous economist
Arthur Brooks wrote a book a number of years ago called Who Really Cares, in
which he analyzed the demographics of America’s most generous people. This book
remains a point of controversy for many today – and even Brooks himself didn’t
like the results of his research at the time.
From the evidence he
amassed, Brooks found that people who practice religion and live in traditional
nuclear families are the most generous Americans, by every measure.
The religious were
more likely to volunteer their time, give their money, and even donate their
blood than any other demographic.
There’s something
that happens when we give ourselves to God. We begin living beyond ourselves
and see others through a lens of greater compassion and love. And that changes
everything about us – including our giving!
God wants His people
to love others through our words, our actions, and yes, our money. So however
you choose to give, be generously devoted to showing the love of Christ to
those who need it!
Prayer Challenge:
Ask God to show you
how He would have you invest your time, talent, and treasure for His Kingdom.
Questions for
Thought:
Why do you think
having a relationship with God causes people to be more generous?
Where has God called
you to invest your time, talent, and treasure for His Kingdom?