35 Days of Generosity

A commitment to integrity requires guarding that which we know to be true, regardless of the consequences. This commitment to truth produces lives that are open to being used for God’s purposes and to His glory. I am so humbled that God would choose unworthy vessels like me and you, like Joseph, to multiply His blessing. And like Joseph showing generosity to his family that had turned their back on him, I know that our hearts will be softened to be generous toward others.

Generosity is often thought of as giving—offering our time, money, or resources to meet a need. But true, Christ-centered generosity reaches beyond the gift itself; it reaches toward people. It’s not just about what we give, but how and why we give. 

We know God is generous, and if we are created in His image, then we, too, are created to be generous. Generosity is a character trait that makes us more like Him.

There is one common thread that flows through these stories, and that is the proclamation of the gospel through the local church. The church is the fountain of hope and the fulcrum of mercy through which people like this single mom and SD can find genuine hope, encouragement, and ongoing support during trials. The necessity of the local church’s influence in the community cannot be overstated.

Generosity is a response of a heart that is filled with gratitude for all God has done for believers in Christ. This response is evident in our willingness to share our time, talent, and resources with others, all to the glory of God.