I believe our service and our love in the name of Jesus will follow us into heaven. And many of our good works, maybe the ones we are most proud of, may not count. A tough lesson to learn is to remember that God loves a cheerful giver.
The giving we do grudgingly or out of guilt, or so that others will notice, rather than to bring glory to Jesus, God will not use. Allowing the Spirit to move us into serving with our time, our talents and our treasures will bless us and shine the true light of Christ.
Over the years I have given to others with a sigh, with a weariness, with a bad attitude. You, too? Keep a cheerful heart as you give to His causes. He wants our hearts to be so full of His love, we can’t help giving it away, even when it comes with sacrifice.
A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. Proverbs 17:22
Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly, or under compulsion for God loves a cheerful giver. 2 Corinthians 9:7
Jesus,
Continue to teach us Your ways. We love you and want to give with a cheerful heart in the ways You desire. Change our hearts and attitudes to serve You without tiring.
Amen
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