“Generosity…is a learned character trait that involves attitude and action—entailing both the inclination and actual practice of giving liberally. Generosity is not a haphazard behavior but a basic orientation to life. It entails not only a moral good expressed but also certain vices rejected, such as selfishness, greed, fear, and meanness. Generosity also involves giving not just anything, but rather those things that are good for others. What exactly generosity gives can vary: money, possessions, time, attention, aid, encouragement, emotional availability, and more. But it always intends to enhance the true wellbeing of the receiver.”
Christian Smith in the Big Questions Online blog post “What Makes Us Generous?” on 27 May 2014.
Why do we love serving at Potter’s House in Guatemala? Many reasons…but one big one is that our brothers and sisters here (and the Treasures they serve) are receptive to learning about biblical stewardship and growing in their practice of Christian generosity. They are learning a new orientation to life.