Today's Devotion - Proverbs 11:24 (NIV): One man gives freely, yet gains even more; another withholds unduly, but comes to poverty.
The meaning of this proverb is that ultimately, prosperity comes from giving back to God that which is duly God's.
Today's Comments: There is another saying that we all know: "We reap what we sow." Generosity is always a good investment. Yet, I am not sure that this verse dooms one to monetary poverty, if he or she holds back their giving. I believe that it can also refer to the idea that one who gives feels a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction while the one who is miserly, may still be rich with material things, but in his or her heart lacks self-worth.
I can't help think about the visit that I made to one of our parishioners today who is in a convalescent hospital living out her last days. She seemed so grateful to see me. And, when she held my hand, I felt a peace that I don't often feel. I think that the joy of helping somebody feel good is greater than practically any other joy that one can feel. One who make others feel good will also make himself or herself feel good, as well.
There is an interesting video that was recommended on Kim Komando's Web Site that illustrates my point. It will take about sixteen minutes of your time, but I think that you will enjoy it. It is called Validation. Click on the hyperlink in the title to view it, and enjoy.
The meaning of this proverb is that ultimately, prosperity comes from giving back to God that which is duly God's.
Today's Comments: There is another saying that we all know: "We reap what we sow." Generosity is always a good investment. Yet, I am not sure that this verse dooms one to monetary poverty, if he or she holds back their giving. I believe that it can also refer to the idea that one who gives feels a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction while the one who is miserly, may still be rich with material things, but in his or her heart lacks self-worth.
I can't help think about the visit that I made to one of our parishioners today who is in a convalescent hospital living out her last days. She seemed so grateful to see me. And, when she held my hand, I felt a peace that I don't often feel. I think that the joy of helping somebody feel good is greater than practically any other joy that one can feel. One who make others feel good will also make himself or herself feel good, as well.
There is an interesting video that was recommended on Kim Komando's Web Site that illustrates my point. It will take about sixteen minutes of your time, but I think that you will enjoy it. It is called Validation. Click on the hyperlink in the title to view it, and enjoy.
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