The Difference Between a Cheerful and a Reluctant Giver

Many Christians don’t give. Others determine to do their part but sigh deeply before writing a check to their church or ministry. They give strictly out of a sense of duty and obligation. Better to give out of duty than not give at all, but how sad to miss out on the joy. That joy comes when you understand God’s law of rewards.

What’s the difference between reluctant and joyful givers? Reluctant givers give as if they were spending and getting nothing in return. Joyful givers give as if they were investing, anticipating a great deal in return. Those who “get it” understand the law of rewards and are infused with purpose.

Those who don’t get it don’t know what they’re missing . . . and what they’re missing is something truly great. When they hand over money, investors don’t say to themselves, “I’ll never see this again; I’ll never benefit from it.” No. The reason they invest is because they not only believe in what they’re doing but are also anticipating eventual benefits that will come back to them: rewards.