Leviticus 25: 35-37
“‘If one of your countrymen becomes poor and is unable to support himself among you, help him as you would an alien or a temporary resident, so he can continue to live among you. Do not take interest of any kind from him, but fear your God, so that your countryman may continue to live among you. You must not lend him money at interest or sell him food at a profit.’”
The culture of the time and place of Moses is largely a mystery to me. So it is astounding to me when I read something from that time, directly from God, which applies so perfectly to our culture today. Generosity does not earn us a profit, or interest on an investment. We are not being generous if we make a profit on our “gift”. Being kind and generous to someone in an effort to gain something from them in the future is more like manipulation. Generosity has no strings attached.
Holy One, May I be kinder and more generous to others, for no reason other than it is the right thing to do. Please help me, Lord. These words from you today could change me, and change my ability to help others. Amen
Becky, transforming
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