It is well with those who deal generously and lend, who conduct their affairs with justice.” vs. 5
Psalm 112:1-6
The psalmist tells us here that those who fear the Lord and who walk in the paths of righteousness will be blessed in a multitude of ways. We can say the same for those who live in Christ and who follow in the way of Jesus. The behavior is not intended to impress God or ensure a seat on the Heavenly Express but flows freely from the spiritual connection that they have with God. It’s standard procedure in the Peaceable Kingdom. It’s interesting that the psalmist mentions generosity as one of the marks of faithful living. For those of us who live in an age when out-of-control greed and ostentatious living has become a mark of success, it’s becoming increasingly rare to encounter people who give liberally and with no thought of return or gain. Fortunately, our faith communities abound with such folks, and we see the signs of their generosity regularly. They understand that divine justice requires the sharing of material blessings. When that lifestyle becomes as natural as breathing, we will be able to sing gladly that it is well with our souls. This is exactly how we’re supposed to live! That’s the life the psalmist admired so much…and it hasn’t changed in twenty-five hundred years.
Thought for the Day: When is generosity a struggle for me?
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