My husband and I come from families who are big gift-givers. As children we both have cherished memories of mornings filled with presents. So with our own family we take special care to make Christmas meaningful and fun so our kids will appreciate the joy of giving.
Giving is something we do every day. Friendships, marriage, ministry, and parenting all call for giving. Sometimes we feel like giving and other times we don’t. Recently I felt God convict me at a time I didn’t feel like giving because it wasn’t comfortable or convenient. When I admitted my wrong and asked His forgiveness, I became open to receiving the special blessings He had for me that day – and they were very special!
The Word says, “Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Cor 9:7). I think this applies to everything we give – our time, our talents, and our treasure. Sometimes giving a loved one some special attention is the best gift we can give. Sometimes it’s our time, and other times it’s treasure.
However you give this season, remember to give from the heart. Give – not because you have to or because it’s easy. Give because it’s the way of love.
“A gift opens the way for the giver and ushers him into the presence of the great …” Proverbs 18:16
About the Author: Jennifer
