“Those who are kind benefit themselves, but the cruel bring ruin on themselves.”
— Proverbs 11:17
Amber’s grandma had fallen and broken her arm. Grandma loved a clean house, and Amber knew she’d appreciate having someone clean it for her. With her cast, it was too hard for Grandma to drag the vacuum around or scrub out the tub. To be honest, Amber wished she didn’t have to spend her Saturday cleaning Grandma’s house. However, because she cared, she went anyway. Several hours later, with the house sparkling, Grandma and Amber sat in the porch swing, eating ice cream and laughing about things Amber had done when she was younger. Grandma also shared some stories about her own childhood, things that surprised Amber. By the time Amber had to leave, she hated to go. The joy and laughter far outweighed the energy she’d spent cleaning.
When you give to someone in need — whether it’s your money, your time, or your talents — you are planting a seed. If you give just a little, the blessings you get back will be little as well. If you give a lot, the harvest of gratitude, joy, and peace will be huge. Be generous — scatter your seed far and wide! Then enjoy your crop of blessings.
More To Explore: Galatians 6:7
Girl Talk: Who could use some help from you right now? Make a plan to help them.
God Talk: “Jesus, sometimes I get so involved in my life that I forget about others. Help me find ways to give to other people. I want to be a blessing to them and to you. Amen.”
From Shine On, Girl! by Kristi Holl