giving

You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. “For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.” 2 Corinthians 9:7 NLT

Giving releases us into more so that in turn we can give to those in need. Giving is a cycle.

Today at church we will give our tithe. In the passage of scripture this verse is taken from, Paul writes, do not give out of compulsion,  give freely as you decide in your heart to give. 

This gift is not a tithe but a freewill offering. Paul is raising money for people in Jerusalem who have been affected by famine.

I am currently raising money for research into childhood cancer. I have posted my requests on Facebook and sent emails, without result. When I ask people face to face they might give, some a little, some more. Each of us have a giving ceiling. We have developed a response to requests for finance. Some use the fact that they are on a government pension to refuse to give. Surprisingly some pensioners give without excuse.

What is your heart disposed to when asked for funds?