Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you." Luke 6:38
This passage is most often used in sermons about giving money. If you want to experience financial blessing you must nurture a generous heart and an open hand. Give generously and you will experience generosity in return. It’s true! Speak to anyone who has practiced generosity for any length of time and they will speak of God’s goodness to them.
But the principle of receiving an abundance of what you give to others applies to every area of life.
If you struggle with loneliness, consider what you can do to soothe other people’s loneliness. Before you know it your life will be full of people who love you. On the other hand—go chasing after lots of friends and people will run the other way!
If you desire to be influential—rather than trying to grab control, think about how to help others have positive influence in the world around them. It won’t be long before you start hearing stories of how you impacted lives.
If you want people to listen to you, listen to them. The time will come when you suddenly notice that people are asking for your input.
If you are lacking love, encouragement, affirmation, prayer support, money—you name it—don’t chase after it; don’t try to grab it and hold it tight; give it away and it will be given to you. A good measure, shaken together, pressed down and running over will be poured into your lap. Approach people and circumstances with an attitude of generosity and you will experience abundance.
What do you need to give away today?
Brian
