Key Scripture 2 Corinthians 8:12 (KJV) For if there be first a willing mind, it is accepted according to that a man hath, and not according to that he hath not. Devotional A woman with limited resources may feel embarrassed when she cannot give as much as someone else. She may even keep her hands closed because she believes a smaller offering could not make a difference. Paul reminds believers that willing giving is received according to what a person …
Key Scripture 2 Corinthians 9:8 (KJV) And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work: Devotional Fear can make our hands close quickly. We look at tomorrow’s needs and begin believing that caring for someone else must mean there will be nothing left for us. In his teaching about generosity, Paul points believers toward God’s ability to supply grace for good work. Their …
Key Scripture Proverbs 16:3 (KJV) Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established. Devotional Today begins our October 19–25 Bible App plan, Managing Time and Money Wisely by Life.church. As we read together, let us bring our real schedules and financial habits before God instead of keeping the conversation general. Proverbs invites us to commit our work to the Lord. We can seek His guidance with the willingness to let Him correct our priorities, challenge our …
Key Scripture Hebrews 13:5 (KJV) Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. Devotional There is always something else we could buy, upgrade, or add to our lives. When we keep measuring our needs against what other people have, enough can begin to feel impossible to reach. Hebrews connects contentment with God’s faithful presence. The assurance that He will not abandon …
Key Scripture Matthew 6:3–4 (KJV) But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth: that thine alms may be in secret: Devotional Have you ever helped someone and then felt disappointed when she did not acknowledge it the way you hoped? That moment can reveal how easily generosity becomes mixed with an expectation of recognition or repayment. Jesus teaches His followers to give without making their generosity a performance. The Father sees what …
Key Scripture Deuteronomy 8:18 (KJV) But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day. Devotional After working hard for what we have, it can be easy to speak as though we created every opportunity ourselves. We remember our effort but forget the strength, abilities, help, and circumstances that made that effort possible. Moses …
Key Scripture 2 Corinthians 9:7 (KJV) Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. Devotional Money can bring out feelings we do not always talk about openly. Fear, gratitude, comparison, control, and generosity may all surface when we consider what we have and what we are willing to share. Paul encourages believers to give according to what they have decided in their hearts. Their …
Key Scripture 1 Corinthians 13:2 (KJV) And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, and have not charity, I am nothing. Devotional It is possible to do something well and still wound the people around us. A gift may draw attention, but the way we treat others reveals whether love is shaping our service. After teaching about spiritual gifts, Paul describes …
Key Scripture 1 Peter 4:10 (KJV) As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. Devotional We sometimes postpone serving because we are waiting for more resources, more confidence, or a season when everything in our lives feels settled. Meanwhile, there may be someone we can help with what is already available. Peter calls believers to use their gifts in serving one another as good …
Key Scripture 2 Timothy 1:6 (KJV) Wherefore I put thee in remembrance that thou stir up the gift of God, which is in thee by the putting on of my hands. Devotional A gift can be genuine and still need development. We may have a desire to teach, serve, lead, or create, yet feel discouraged when the first attempt does not look like someone else’s years of experience. Paul reminded Timothy to stir up the gift of God within him. …
