Jan. 21, 2014

Luke 21:  ⁴ All these people gave their gifts out of their wealth; but she out of her poverty put in all she had to live on.”

This is the story of the widow's mite.  She gave all that she had; she was so confident in her faith.  Others gave so much more, but they gave out of their abundance.  There was no chance that they would go hungry or be homeless after their giving.

I was just thinking about sacrificial giving.  I give regularly.  I support a child in India through Child Fund.  I may have given of my TIME sacrificially, but I have never given my wealth in that way. I know I fall short of what God would have me do.  It makes me sad, but that doesn't mean I am going to go write a check and empty my bank account for an offering.  I am torn between my needs and my faith.  I know I do not have faith sufficient to let go of all I have.  I am a sinner.

Prayer:  Lord, strengthen my faith.  I know I fall short.  I do not have the faith of the poor widow.  I fear being without my material resources.   I trust in my own ability to provide for my needs and for the needs of those I love.  "Oh, for faith to trust You more..."
Amen