DEUTERONOMY 16:17 (MSG)
Each man must bring as much as he can manage, giving generously in response to the blessings of GOD, your God.
MATTHEW 2:11 (CEB)
The magi entered the house and saw the child with Mary his mother. Falling to their knees, they honored him. Then they opened their treasure chests and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
SUMMARY SENTENCE
A genuine response to God's generosity involves generosity.
DAILY FODDER
Would you characterize your life as "generous"? Why or why not? What do you need to take your generosity to the next level?
PRAYER
Loving Father, this Christ Eve I thank you for the most precious gift, your perfect Son Jesus. Thank you that Jesus is my Savior. You have blessed me in so many ways. In humble gratitude, I offer my heart to you. Give me a generous heart to bless others as you have blessed me. Amen. (Daily Texts, Ground Up Grace edition)
THE LORD’S PRAYER (ABP)
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Our Father in Heaven,
we hold your name in the highest regard.
Please come and establish your reign here on earth
so that everything that happens here will align
with what is happening in heaven.
Give us enough food for today.
Forgive us our wrongdoing,
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
and we’ll forgive those who have wronged us.
Shield us from the trials and temptations that come our way.
Lastly, we pray that you will protect us from all forms of evil. Amen.
