Our people must learn to devote themselves to doing what is good, in order to provide for urgent needs and not live unproductive lives. Titus 3:14
“Our response to God’s generosity is to begin to surrender today our love for our earthly goods and to put our trust in God, who gives generously all that we ask and need. God as owner is also provider. Our responsibilities are faithful obedience to His will and to carry out God’s wishes. That includes pursuing His kingdom and His righteousness, and all the other things will be added unto us. It takes a journey of faith to fully rely on God to carry out His promises, and the time to begin is now. As we daily experience His grace and provision, our faith grows.”
Zenet Maramara in “Biblical Stewardship: The Foundation of All Generosity” excerpt from Day 1 of Seven Day Generosity Challenge by John Wiebe and the MB Foundation. Click to download the PDF and go through it.
It’s been an unforgettable first trip to Ukraine and Moldova. The receptivity of 560 people in 12 groups has moved me deeply. They have been eager to learn to do good as a response to God’s generosity and to grasp and fulfill their responsibilities and live productive lives.
Reply to this email if you want a copy of the trip report. I have appreciated your prayers over this rigorous 10 day journey. Thanks to those who have made gifts to GTP to help. There are still needs if you are able to give. I have meetings and cultural activities today and return to Denver via Frankfurt tomorrow.
God bless you on your own journey. Reflect today for five minutes on all God has done for you and all He has supplied. What would it look like to put it to work to carry out God’s wishes or meet urgent needs where you live? Ask the Spirit to guide your response and empower you to fulfill your responsibilities.