is here thanks to the generosity of previous generations ― generosity that allows the work of the church to continue both here in and in the wider world. Part of being a Christian disciple is the giving of our time, our skills, our love and, of course, our money ― all in response to God’s generosity and love for us. I believe that just as Jesus sent his disciples out into the world, we are being sent to do God’s work in the world today, and generous giving of ourselves is part of how we do that work and make a difference. I’m not saying any of this is easy. It’s challenging to be generous. But I believe that we are all called to give generously of ourselves, recognising that what that means is for each of us individually to decide. As Paul said: “Each of you must give as you have made up your mind.” So, do take the time over the next few days and weeks to prayerfully reflect on your giving. Because I think that wherever we are with an understanding of the puzzle that is Christian life, we are all challenged to be generous and to remember the words from Matthew’s Gospel: “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Matthew 6:21).
is here thanks to the generosity of previous generations ― generosity that allows the work of the church to continue both here in and in the wider world. Part of being a Christian disciple is the giving of our time, our skills, our love and, of course, our money ― all in response to God’s generosity and love for us. I believe that just as Jesus sent his disciples out into the world, we are being sent to do God’s work in the world today, and generous giving of ourselves is part of how we do that work and make a difference. I’m not saying any of this is easy. It’s challenging to be generous. But I believe that we are all called to give generously of ourselves, recognising that what that means is for each of us individually to decide. As Paul said: “Each of you must give as you have made up your mind.” So, do take the time over the next few days and weeks to prayerfully reflect on your giving. Because I think that wherever we are with an understanding of the puzzle that is Christian life, we are all challenged to be generous and to remember the words from Matthew’s Gospel: “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Matthew 6:21).
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