They gave according to their ability, yes, and beyond their ability; and they did it voluntarily. (2 Corinthians 8:3)
My neighbor and good friend recently opened the doors of his home to a co-worker who is going through a difficult divorce and showed him some hospitality for a couple of weeks. He mentioned that he just wanted to do something kind and generous for someone else and it made me realize that I always talk about doing things for others, but very rarely follow through.
Giving is at the heart of being a follower of Christ. There are various levels of giving; its' one thing to donate some old clothes or items that you no longer want and a completely different thing to give away something that is new and is more valuable.
If you know someone who has gone through a difficult time, go shopping for that person. Find a special gift that shows your love and the love of Christ to someone in need.
We all should move out of our comfort zones to give more freely of ourselves, our time, and our worldly possessions. Jesus gave His life for us on the cross and the greatest blessing is not found in the gift but the one who gives!
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