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Having a Strategy to Give
2 Corinthians 9:11 'You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion...'
 Generosity is not a one-time action, it is a continuous lifestyle choice. A generous spirit recognizes that God will not simply give his children enough to 'get by'; he will give them a surplus, so that they always have enough to invest in others. God will make sure that we have more than we need and can use our discretion to engage in whatever needs we find around us. A truly generous lifestyle also doesn't simply throw money or resources around lightly. I admire people like Bill and Melinda Gates who have decided not only to be philanthropic with their vast wealth, but to take time to research where their money could be placed for maximum benefit. A generous person is careful to find out where the resource can do the most good. So, being generous is a lifestyle choice, an ongoing habit of good works, but it is also a strategic decision, a choice based on careful research and planning. Of course, there will always be emergency needs that require our help, but when it comes to the investment of our major resources, over time, we need to be deliberate and thoughtful about our giving. We need to build a habit of well-planned giving.
Prayer: 'Lord, help me to develop the ongoing habit of being a thoughtful and generous giver, strategically investing in things and people that will bring a return for your glory.'
© 2003-2004 Mal Fletcher
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