But starting to give or increasing our giving can fill us with fear. What will I do if an emergency comes up? What about the trips I planned, the house I’m saving for or the education for my kids? What about retirement? Fear often stops us from starting good things.
Starting to give financially is as intimidating as beginning a new exercise class when you have never done one before. But the only way to start is to show up. No amount of considering it, researching it, watching it will ever get you in better shape. You just have to jump in and start doing it. It’s that way with giving. You can think about it, research it, and listen to what others say. But in the end, none of that will help you grow spiritually; you just have to jump in and start doing it. God promises that if you trust him by giving, he will take care of your needs.
However, you may have been giving for some time. Have you considered that if you want to grow in maturity and strength in your faith, you will have to increase the amounts? Perhaps you’ve been at your current weight long enough and it is time to add some weight! More “weight” means more dependency and trust in God to provide and work.
Regular, consistent, and increased giving is a spiritual exercise that produces growth and maturity. It breaks money’s hold on our hearts; it creates in us a generous spirit, and it joins us with the heart of Jesus for others. Are you tired of feeling tired of your current spiritual state?If so, then it is time to start or increase your giving.