Today's Bible Verse:

'For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.' - John 3:16

When we think about giving, our minds often jump straight to money. But true biblical giving starts with something much deeper - our hearts. Just as God demonstrated the ultimate act of giving through His Son Jesus, we are called to cultivate a spirit of generosity that flows from a place of love and gratitude. This isn't about obligation or duty; it's about developing a heart that reflects God's generous nature. When we understand that everything we have comes from God, giving becomes a natural response to His goodness rather than a burdensome requirement. 

Reflection Question 

What motivates your giving? Is it obligation, guilt, or a genuine desire to reflect God's generous heart?

Today's Quote:

"The secret to abundant life is giving. I repeat, the secret to abundant life is giving. And when you are talking about giving, it's not only money." 

Prayer 

Heavenly Father, help me develop a heart of genuine generosity. Transform my perspective on giving to align with Your character of selfless love. Guide me to give not out of duty, but from a place of grateful response to Your goodness. Amen.