GIVING TO THE NEEDY #459

GIVING TO THE NEEDY #459011107

Matthew 6:1-4
1Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.

2Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Verily I say unto you, they have their reward.

3But when thou doest alms let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

4That thine alms may be in secret: and thy Father which seeth in secret himself shall reward thee openly.

There are hurting people everywhere. What a great opportunity there is to show the love of Jesus when we are able to help those in need. When we think of giving to the needy we think of giving of things such as food clothing and shelter. This is vital and important but we also need to give of ourselves and time to assist those God entrust us with each day.

Many businesses and individuals today are willing to give as long as they receive publicity and proper credit. But the Bible teaches us to give with the right heart and in the right way even if we never receive any earthly reward or credit.

When one gives from the heart they don’t need it published in the media and they don’t need a big thank you card; one simply provides the need because it is the right thing to do and goes on their way with or without fanfare.

What a thrill it is to follow this principal and allow God to bless us openly. It is God that has given to us that we may give to others. God’s reward is greater than any halo man may give us or any words he may bestow upon us.

So, when you give; rejoice in the Lord and allow Him to reward you as he continues to bless you and provide for your needs each day. Oh! What a God He is! His rewards are beyond measure.