"Just as he resolved in his heart." A genuine Christian gives because he has decided "in his heart" to do so, notes Paul. At the same time, a Christian devotes more than passing attention to the needs of fellow worshippers. The original-language word rendered "resolved" has of predetermination," says one scholar. So a Christian ponders the needs of fellow believers and asks himself what he can do to fill those needs. - 1 JOHN 3:17.
"Not grudgingly or under compulsion." Paul notes two types of giving that have no place among true Christians-reluctant and forced. The Greek expression rendered "grudgingly " literally means "out of sadness (or, grief)." A grudging, or reluctant, giver gives "from a heart made sorrowful at the thought of parting with money," explains one reference work. A forced giver give because he feels pressured to do so. Who of us really want to receive a gift from a reluctant or forced giver?
Next time: "God Loves a Cheerful Giver" - Conclusion
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