“Jesus is the model of generosity…Jesus gave himself to us. The reason why he did so is because he wanted to show how Christians should live and wanted us to follow him…Jesus teaches us to store up treasures not on earth but in heaven through giving our possessions to others (Matthew 19:21). We should not be rich for ourselves but be rich toward God (Luke 12:21). That is what Jesus teaches us.
To be a generous giver, we need to sacrifice. We need to empty ourselves as Jesus did for us (Philippians 2:5-11). That is to say, we should give ourselves first to God…Giving is one way of showing our faith. Believers back in Jerusalem did not claim that their possessions was their own after God’s grace was poured upon them (Acts 4:32-37). They sold their possessions and shared with those who had need (Acts 2:44-47). We need to follow what early Christians did through their faith.”
Moonjung Kim in “Resource Development Plan” dated 8 July 2015 submitted for PT7054: Biblical Stewardship and Christian Generosity class at Torch Trinity Graduate University. To read more insights from my students, check out my recent CLA blogpost: Six Applications from Asia for all Steward Leaders.
Moonjung helps oversee the teaching and care of a group of 80-90 singles at a church back in South Korea. She is passionate about understanding the Scriptures and helping people put what they learn into practice.
Moonjung, thanks for zealously reminding that generosity is sacrifice, following the example and teachings of Jesus. Amen!