You will be made rich in every way so that you can be generous on every occasion, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God. 2 Corinthians 9:11
The Corinthian church struggled with the idea that Christ was the way to personal success, affirmation of peers, and social power. These early believers put themselves at the center of Christianity rather that Christ.
Paul is teaching that personal sacrifice for others is the example modeled by Christ. God is the giver of all things. Generosity of spirit and action perpetuate the Gospel by meeting the physical and spiritual needs of others.
God is so very good. Our sacrifice and service to others glorifies Christ, the One that gave everything so that we could live.
Have a Wonderful, Restful Week,
Gretchen