“Each one must do just as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:7
Many are familiar with this Verse as they hear an encouragement to give their Tithes and Offerings in a proper manner; and so they should! But consider this Verse outside that realm; consider it in light of how it applies to “all” of our lives. We are told by Paul in his first letter to the Corinthians “you are not your own…you have been bought with a price”. We were Slaves of Satan and God came and bought us from that Cruel Taskmaster!
If we truly believe this, then we would not only give our Money gladly, but we would give of ourselves and all that we have! We would not give or serve “reluctantly or under compulsion” but freely and joyfully! Jesus said, “Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness”. This does not become a command to the Believer; it becomes the desire of his heart. May these thoughts help encourage us to see our lives through a more Biblical Lens!