When You Are Blessed To Be A Blessing

There are so many times in life that we may be asked to help someone or may be lead to help without even being asked. In these cases we should always give with a genuine heart never expecting anything in return. Too often we hear about someone's troubles, but it isn't always from the person who is in trouble or in need. Unfortunately, we hear about their misfortune through the complaints of the one that helped them out. They are either mad because they feel like they are owed something or they are just looking for a pat on the back from someone else. Today's message is to remember that when you are blessed enough to give then do so with a heart like Christ. Give without any expectation and give without letting anyone else know. The true blessing of giving doesn't come from the repayment or even the gratitude of the receiver. The true blessing of giving comes from the multiplied blessings that your Father in Heaven will reign down on you and your life. Stay blessed and give with a pure heart because God knows the intentions of your heart even when man doesn't.....
“So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and on the streets, to be honored by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your giving may be in secret. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. ~ Matthew 6:2-4