GIVING TO OTHERS

Teaching children and adults the importance of giving to others, whether time, money or energy, is one of the most valuable character traits in a child of God.  It doesn't matter if you have a lot to give or a little, it's the heart that matters!  You never know how a small act of kindness can draw someone closer to God.

Ephesians 4:28  Anyone who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with their own hands, that they may have something to share with those in need.  Deuteronomy 15:11  There will always be poor people in the land. Therefore I command you to be openhanded toward your fellow Israelites who are poor and needy in your land.

Father, teach us to carry each other’s burdens, and in this way, we will fulfill the law of Christ.  Lord, You are not unjust; and You will not forget our work and the love we have shown You as we have helped Your people and continue to help them. Lord, we are not able to see each other’s heart or the challenges each of us face, so Father, teach us how to be more caring of others needs.  Lord help us lighten the burdens of others, let us be an instrument of Your love where there is hate, Lord let us bring inspiration and hope to those in despair.  Father, let us be the beacon of light that leads the lost to You, in Jesus name Amen