The people curse him who holds back grain [when the public needs it], but a blessing [from God and man] is upon the head of him who sells it. He who diligently seeks good seeks [God’s] favor. —Proverbs 11:26
I believe strongly in living a “giving lifestyle.” I was selfish for years before I finally realized that joy comes in giving and reaching out to other people. We don’t need to be afraid of losing our goods or ending up with nothing, because the Word of God is true.
You will get joyful when you begin to think about how you can bless somebody else.
Consecrate your gift to God, saying, “Lord I give myself to You. I renew my vow, and my commitment to obey You. I want to stay strong in You, so I seek Your face. Bless me, and make me to be a blessing to others.”
From the book Starting Your Day Right by Joyce Meyer. Copyright © 2003 by Joyce Meyer. Published by Warner Faith. All rights reserved.
