Pastor Caroline - Wednesday December 8, 2021 - The Joy in Giving

 

The Joy in Giving

 

Galatians chapter 6 verse 9, in the Good News Bible reads:

(9) So let us not become tired of doing good; for if we do not give up, the time will come when we will reap the harvest.

 

As I read this chapter 6 of Galatians this morning I can see here we are instructed in verse 2, to help carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will obey the law of Christ.

 

When we help others we extend the love of Christ to them. Perhaps someone you know is in a difficult time. Maybe sickness has overcome them, or a financial burden has them down, or being separated from family causes them much heartache. When we reach out to those in need we are bringing joy to them. During the time we spend in conversation we help lift their burdens. When we pray specifically for their need we give them hope. If we can in anyway help alleviate their burden then praise be to God!! We want them to see the promise in the word of God to not give up. As we sow into their life by helping in whatever way we can we teach them that giving is a joy and an instruction from the Lord.

 

This scripture tells me that we must always be thinking of ways to bless others; a small action done in the love of the Lord goes a long way in making someone’s day just a little brighter. This is what we call sowing and then reaping is, when we see the results brought about by what we did to help. We always give all glory to the Lord for He helps us to do good unto one another.

 

I love how the apostle Paul writes. He makes the word of God come alive to our daily needs. He tells us clearly that what we put into life and others; is exactly what we will get in return. So share your time, talent and treasure bringing joy to those around you, and you will see the blessing of the Lord on their lives and on yours.

 

Just like when a farmer ploughs the field, plants the seed, adds fertilizers, he then waits for the crop to grow. Only when he puts in his effort can he expect a crop. With the right amount of rain and sunshine supplied by the Lord, he will receive a crop due to his effort. If he never plants, he never gets a crop. If he never sows, he never reaps. Pretty simple lesson.

 

Going back to our opening scripture;

(9)So let us not become tired of doing good; for if we do not give up, the time will come when we will reap the harvest.

Now in verse 10, (this is a wonderful way to bring a close to our reading today;)

(10)So then, as often as we have the chance, we should do good to everyone, and especially to those who belong to our family in the faith.

 

I believe giving brings joy. Let joy surround you every day as you give to others. You will see a smile on the person who stands before you and smile will be on your countenance as well. It is better to give than to receive Jesus said in Acts Chapter 20 verse 35. Let us live by His instruction, give in His name, love one another and bring much joy to those we encounter every day.

 

God bless you as you give.

Little is much when God is in it.