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Deborah O Daniel (Toyin) is an Evangelist and a Christian Writer. She grew up in a strict, religiously confused household, but found Christ on her own, when it became clear to her that she had no relationship whatsoever with Him and had no purpose in life, in spite of her upbringing. Deborah surrendered her life to Christ in 1992 but kept running from her calling owing to the severe trials she faced and the cares of the world, until she had a personal encounter with Him years later. She steps out of her comfort zone as led to fulfil her calling. She also speaks openly about her childhood difficulties and the struggles she has had in life, to testify of the mercy of God and His awesome power. For more messages and a heart talk on living a fulfilled life in Christ, get the book, Walk the Winning Walk (English-British and English-American) here, offered for free by Divine Literature International, and available to Born-again Christians ONLY - particularly new believers.

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Deborah Toyin Daniel

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What is Wrong with Your Act of Generosity

Reflection: Whosoever stoppeth his ears at the cry of the poor, he also shall cry himself, but shall not be heard (Proverbs 21:13).

So, you give, but it is never given unto you as promised in Luke 6:38. No one comes to your aid in your time of need - not even those who have benefitted from your generosity.

The Bible says when you help the poor, you lend to the Lord; and He will reward your act of kindness (Proverbs 19:17). The Lord knows that the poor are more prone to assault, abuse and humiliation, and therefore, need to be protected. Nowhere is it written that we will be rewarded for giving towards selfish and vain causes or helping the wealthy amass more wealth. On the contrary, the Bible says: He that oppresses the poor to increase his riches, and he that gives to the rich, both will come to poverty (Proverbs 22:16).

To further break it down for you: God frowns on those who neglect to help the poor and the needy from the plenty they have been blessed with. Did you know that, beloved? Read it for yourself in Proverbs 21:13 and Ezekiel 16:48-49. God expects us to be good stewards of what He has entrusted to us. Being a good steward involves sharing our time, talents, resources, and all the good things He has given us with others (Matthew 25:34–40). Let’s move on to the next point!

As followers of Jesus Christ, our giving should not be motivated by rewards. We are to give from the goodness of our heart, without expecting anything in return (Hebrews 13:16). Nonetheless, God will reward our giving because He never goes back on His promises (Luke 6:38, Proverbs 19:17). Give, for the right reasons, and to the deserving, bearing in mind that, HOW God rewards you (if He chooses to), WHEN He rewards you, and WHAT He rewards you with are His prerogative.

Money quickly comes to people’s minds when Luke 6:38 is recalled. They then feel inadequate to extend generosity as expected. But remember that there are other ways to be generous than giving material things. What has God blessed you with? As you give, out of what He has blessed you with, He will gladly attend to all that concerns you, as well (Proverbs 11:25).

Shalom!

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