RECEIVING THROUGH GIVING

1. Biblical Paradoxes

a) The Bible is a unique and strange Book. It is very different from any other “sacred book” of other religions. The Bible contains “God’s thoughts” which are strange and yet marvelous spiritual teachings. Among them are paradoxes. A Paradox is defined as a seemingly self-contradictory declaration but is in fact true.

b) To some, such biblical paradoxes may seem somewhat ridiculous and yet such are the very words of God which were written for our admonition and learning.

c) Here is one of the biblical paradoxes.

2. Receiving Through Giving

Acts 20:35 (NKJV)
35 I have shown you in every way, by laboring like this, that you must support the weak. And remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.

a) The ultimate test of love for God and man is in giving something that we hold so dear. Giving is quite foolish to selfish people. The world’s philosophy is – It’s much better to work & work, save, earn all you can, get rich, keep and withhold! 

b) Some of the most miserable people on earth are those who take and take. 

c) Some of the happiest people are givers for they manifest God in their unselfish attitude. God Himself is the greatest giver (John 3:16). 

d) God will bless you beyond what you need so you may have the chance of becoming His channel of blessing! You may cheerfully and willingly give your time, talent, treasure for God’s glory and in return receive love, joy, peace, satisfaction, respect from men!