" ARE YOU CONSIDERED TO BE GENEROUS "

Giving should come from a generous heart. Now I'm put in mind of the time when the tabernacle was constructed in the Old Testament. Moses called all the sons of Israel together and shared the things that the Lord has commanded them to do. I love it that those whose hearts were stirred gave cheerfully. With great enthusiam, they gave because they knew how important their giving was. Airline Pilots and Computer Operators can push test buttons to see if their equipment is functioning properly. Now God has a quick test button he can push to see the level of our commitment - our pocketbooks. Generous people aren't necessarily faithful to God. But Faithful people are always generous. Because God has showered us with his blessings, we should give generously to others of our Time, Love, and Possessions. Giving should be second hand to us; Jesus has given us a principle to guide our actions as we minister to others; " FREELY YOU RECEIVED, FREELY GIVE." It is easy to ignore the poor or forget about those who have less than we do. But God desires generosity. In what ways can you show your generosity to those in need. Until Next Time... Jim,