“…though He was rich, yet for your sakes He became poor.” II Corinthians 8:9. A Cadilac owner saw a boy about 10 years old staring intently at his car. After a while, the boy asked, “Mister, how much did you pay for this car?” The replied, “Nothing. My brother gave it to me.” The boy […]
“…faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.” James 2:17. The genuineness of our faith is Christ is proven by our actions. The apostle Paul spoke of “faith working through love” (Galatians 5:6). We indicate what we believe not only by what we say but also by what we do. To profess […]
“I thank my God…for your fellowship in the gospel from the first day until now.” Philippians 1:3,5. Believers who have become missionaries have had their hearts captured by Christ and think that abandoning “essential” comforts and conveniences is a small thing to do to honor Him. Those who have made such sacrifices need our support […]
“If there is among you a poor man of your brethren…you shall not harden your heart nor shut your hand.” Deuteronomy 15:7 God expects generosity from His people. In Deuteronomy 15, Moses emphasized the reality of poverty and how the more affluent must respond to it. Among God’s people, there must always be a spirit […]
“Everyone whose spirit was willing…brought the Lord’s offering for the work of the tabernacle.” Exodus 35:21 When asked to provide materials for the sanctuary, the Israelites eagerly donated their material possessions and some also gave their time and talents. (v.25-26) If we follow the Israelites’ example and willingly donate our resources, we please and honor […]