Some for Others

by ricks 16. April 2010 08:01
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Our Faith in Action study probes the topic of sharing what we have with others. Deuteronomy 24:19-22 instructs harvesters to leave overlooked grain "for the alien, the fatherless, and the widow." Olive pickers were to "leave what remains for the alien, the fatherless, and the widow." Ditto for grape harvesters. The motivation? "Remember that you were slaves in Egypt."

How do we fit this concept of planned sharing into our personal budgets? Not all of us are harvesting crops but we do have access to resources. Some have a "rainy day fund" that is fueled by fear and leaves little to nothing to share with others. Others are so burdened by debt that generosity is not even considered. But in a recession where jobs are lost and houses are foreclosed upon, there is plenty of need for generosity. Your thoughts.

 

 

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4/19/2010 6:20:46 AM #

From somene who has lots of financial re-structuring to do, I do feel it is very important that we budget a portion of our income to helping others.We have been able to help friends and family even at times when we needed help ourselves, but God made sure we could make it through.It turned out to be a blessing for both sides.I think one of our most valuable resources is our time and attention, even when it is not convenient.It is very critical that we budget time to help our neighbors whom ever they may be or wherever they may be from.Letting people know you care is letting your little light shine and letting others know that Jesus makes a difference in ours.

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