It’s the Christmas season. During this time of year, we think a lot about gifts and gift giving. The Bible talks about the “Gifts of the Spirit” in five different locations which can be as many as 16 different gifts. We read that each one of us has at least…
Category: Giving
Receiving
Given May 14, 2016 Imagine, if you will, this conversation with God: Us: “Father, I know you love me and want to bless me as your child. Today, I ask you for more income.” God: “Why do you want more income, so you can buy more stuff?” Us: “Oh, I’m…
Strange Packaging
Given December 6, 2014 I heard a story of a wealthy man whose son wanted a new car for his college graduation. On graduation day, the father gave his son a brightly wrapped package and when it was opened, the boy saw it was a bible. The son was mad…
Receive The Gift
Given December 23, 2011 It’s Christmas and most of us have received a various number of gifts and, hopefully, given some as well. Most of us agree this gift-giving thing has become somewhat distorted from the original concept. The Magi had heard about Jesus, came to His house, worshipped Him, and…
What Are You Giving?
Given June 21, 2011 I heard the other day that, on the average, Christians give about 2.5% of their income to the church. It made me think what percentage of our income goes to other things in our lives. That would be interesting to know. Does it show what’s important…