Proverbs 22
The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor. v9
The Bible contains many promises and all of them are true (Luke 1:37, Psalm 12). However God blesses us (time, treasure, talents, etc.) - it is all because of God (James 1:17) and we are to use these blessings for His glory (Parable of the Talents).
Here God promises to bless us if we are generous. We are certainly called to be generous as well as cheerful (2 Corinthians 9:6-7).
We must also be mindful that we don't know HOW God will bless us, only that He WILL bless us (Isaiah 55:8).
My Prayer: Lord Jesus, what an awesome God You are that You are SO full of grace, patience, compassion, forgiveness, etc. You bless me well beyond what I deserve! Thank You Jesus for the many blessings - I am not worthy of such efforts as I continue to sin. Please forgive me for my neglect of my relationship with You and my unfaithfulness. Help me turn from my sin towards You. Help me love You with all of my heart, soul, and mind. Help me love others as You do. Help me grow in my faith. Give me strength. Give Lisa strength. Please heal and cure her of her cancer and the side effects of chemo. Help me lead Zach and Dustin to You Jesus and have them choose You as their Lord and Savior. Help me lead and serve my family and serve You Jesus. Help me understand, be obedient to, and apply Your message for me today and every day.
