On some occasions, we celebrate with friends or Families. Special celebrations sometimes requires us to give presents. Gift-giving has become a part of our traditions whatever the occasion may be.
What was the most awkward gift-giving experience you’ve ever seen? Maybe you or someone you know got busted regifting. Or, the gift wasn’t something the person wanted at all. When it comes to giving gifts, the point is not the gift itself. The point is the heart of the giver. There was a story in the bible like, In Genesis 4, we meet two brothers, Cain and Abel. Cain begrudgingly gave the leftovers from his harvest, but Abel gave God the most valuable animals in his flock. Abel’s gift came from a love and a desire to please God. Cain did not. God gave Cain a chance to change his heart and warned him of the sin waiting to overcome him, but instead, Cain grew angry and allowed jealousy to consume him. Cain murdered Abel, which led to him being condemned from God’s presence.
Giving is a heart issue. God doesn’t want us to give to Him so we can check off a task. He also doesn’t want us to give less than our best. God wants us to give from a faithful heart that desires to please Him. God doesn’t need our gift; He wants our heart. We should be thankful for giving is a caring heart. Because God cares more about the condition of our heart than the size of the gifts we could offer.
There is a saying that no one has ever become poor by giving. So as you receive blessings take time as well sharing it with others.