Generosity

Generosity will be rewarded; Give a cup of water, and you will receive a cup of water in return" Proverbs 11:25

Luke 6:38
Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you."

Talk with your kids about what kinds of rewards come from being generous. Do you give only so that you can receive? Being generous starts with being aware of others, recognizing that they have needs and that you might be able to meet them.

Give family members a chance to share how they were generous during the day. Don't press the issue if someone can't think of anything. Keep doing this for serveral days in a row to help them become more aware of opportunities during the day. You'll begin to hear some very interesting reports.

Have somone read Philippians 2:3-4 to the family. See if they understand that being generous starts with taking care of others before you take care of yourself. It might mean putting others needs before before your wants.

Even as young as preschool they can learn generosity. When your little one is going to have a friend over have them help you plan a snack and allow your child to serve the snacks to his friend. Compliment him on being generous and kind.

Don't forget to model generosity to your children and use those opportunities as teachable moments.

Bless you all
Brenda

Excerpts from Raising up Spiritual Champions Newsletters by Jean K Lawson