Joe McKeever has been a disciple of Jesus Christ more than 65 years, been preaching the gospel more than 55 years, and has been writing and cartooning for Christian publications more than 45 years. The Father will keep better records than you anyway! Look for ways to bless people.ĭo not keep count of what you have given. Not just on Sunday when the offering plate is passed–yes, there too!–but every day, in every relationship. “For He Himself is kind to evil and ungrateful men!” ( Luke 6:35).īe a giver, friend. Our Lord said, “If you give to those whom you expect to pay you back, what credit is that to you? Lost people do that! But love your enemies, and do good and lend to them, expecting nothing in return.”Īnd when that happens, Jesus said, you will be like the Heavenly Father. From supporting large-scale disaster relief efforts to donating locally, our clients strengthen the communities where they live and work. The next step up is to find the joy in giving to people who do not deserve or appreciate your gifts. Thrivent’s unique generosity programs and membership benefits enable you to make the most of all you’ve been given. Soon, you surprise yourself in the realization that giving money is far more fun than getting it.
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Once you get past the initial barrier to becoming a consistent giver, you find yourself enjoying writing that check to a ministry, buying a suit for a preacher in private (without him ever knowing the source), and leaving a generous tip for the server.
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“The Lord loveth a cheerful giver” ( 2 Corinthians 9:7).