Daily Devotional

There is one who scatters, yet increases more;
And there is one who withholds more than is right,
But it leads to poverty.
The generous soul will be made rich,
And he who waters will also be watered himself.
- Proverbs 11:24–25 (NKJV)

Generosity is a precious treasure. This quality is perfectly reflected in the way God treats us. Generously, He gave us His Son Jesus, and with Him, He gives us everything essential for life and far more than we need. Many people, following this divine example, graciously share with others what they have even if they have very little.

God is pleased when we imitate Him in generosity and love. He rewards those who give with joy and repays those who care for the needy. Multiply the blessings you’ve received by sharing them with those in need. Surely, Christ will reward you!

Practicing Generosity

• Pray, open your heart, and extend your hand. “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” (Matthew 5:7)
• Do not withhold what God has given you. Remember: there is no loss when we give.
• Give spontaneously and discreetly. “Do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing.” (Matthew 6:3)
• Even a little, when offered to God, can be multiplied. Look around and help whenever and however you can.
• Do not give expecting something in return. That would be selfish bargaining, not true generosity. God knows the heart's intentions. He loves a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:7)!
• Imitate the Lord: share generously and find joy in seeing others' needs met. Their satisfaction will bless your heart.

To Pray:

Remember:
God will always reward your generosity, materially or spiritually. As He blesses and sustains us, we are also able to be generous and do the same for others.

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In a broken and chaotic world like the one we live in, it's sometimes difficult to rest our hearts and keep our eyes fixed on the Lord. But desire this and try to pay attention to what the Lord says. For He grants the much-desired strength on sad, frustrating, and tiring days...

In this verse, the prophet Isaiah warns the people of God about the rejection of two important aspects of anyone's life: salvation and strength that come from God. But saved from what? Strength for what? All people without God are condemned to a sad fate unless they accept the free offer that Jesus gives (John 3:16–17). Everyone is weak when they rely on their own strength.

According to the word of the Lord, salvation is obtained through repentance and rest in Him. Resting means sustaining oneself, surrendering oneself, and finding peace in the Lord.

True strength and consistency lie in quietness and truly trusting, i.e., serenity and genuine faith. It seems simple, doesn't it? But often We find ourselves amidst so much agitation, in a whirlwind of information and voices, that we can no longer discern and hear the voice of God. Stop for a moment... It's necessary to seek refuge and peace from God.

In the Word of God, you will find encouragement to fully live life with Jesus and to be strong and resilient to endure the bad days.

Finding salvation and strength in God:

• God is pleased with repentant and broken hearts. Confess your faults and ask God for forgiveness.
• If you still don't understand what salvation is, seek help and discover it through the Holy Bible.
• Decompress! Without pressure, set aside time to be alone with God.
• Pray to God in secret. Seek Him with your heart and without haste for other tasks.
• Focus on God. Amidst all the distractions, such as screens, media, and entertainment, you need to make an effort to be focused and in communion with Jesus.
• Seek the Word of God daily through reading, meditation, listening, and study. It illuminates, nourishes, and guides your path.

Let’s Pray: