It had been a powerful church service yesterday. At the end of the service about five of us women got together, and prayed for each other's needs. I could see God at work.
Suddenly a woman I had talked to before church pulled me aside. Earlier I had told her excitedly about the birthday plan I had for my son in a restaurant when he arrived here in about 10 days. I had got a "groupon" which made the dinner half price!
Quietly she slipped some money into my hands that was rolled up. "Here is some money for your son's birthday dinner," she said "God told me to give it to you, and I have learned that I need to listen to what God says."
My eyes welled up in tears as I thanked her. She had given me thirty dollars! Through her listening to the Holy Spirit God it was showing me that I was reaping financially what I was sowing. Everyday I had given away something, since begining my giving challenge I had received something. I was journaling it, so I would not forget.
I had not been expecting that at all. But this weekend I had bought diapers, and some potluck food items that almost came to that exact amount of money for a baby shower put on by my friend. Considering that I had a wonderful dinner with my friend and company, the Lord had blessed me even more.
I do know that God has my heart in the right place as I am not expecting it. I am just wanting to know His views on giving, through His eyes. I have been entering online contests, I must confess though, with the hope of winning something nice. But I know if God wants me to win, I will win.
So if you have accepted this giving challenge, I encourage you to keep track of what you give, and how God responds! Be cautious that your heart does not turn to greed and just stand back in awe and see the hand of the Master at work! You will see His love for you and for others along the way!!
God bless,
The gift giver
Monday, October 3, 2011
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