Give What You Got

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This week we had the privilege of hearing from our friend Ryan Yates, and he brought a message that gets right to the heart of what it looks like to follow Jesus with open hands. Generosity isn’t a side-topic in Scripture. It’s woven all throughout the story of God, because generosity flows directly from who He is. Our God is the giver of life, the provider, the God who so loved the world that He gave. And as His people, we’re invited to reflect that same heart.

Ryan reminded us that selfishness doesn’t have to be taught, but generosity does. Yet, interestingly, we’re wired by God to thrive when we give. Something happens in us when we choose generosity. It brings life to our spirit, aligns us with God’s heart, and strengthens the community around us.

Galatians 6:6-10 challenges us to “share all good things.” That includes honoring our pastors, supporting our church family, and stepping into the opportunities God places in front of us. Generosity isn’t limited to finances. It’s service, encouragement, prayer, time, compassion — anything God has placed in our hands to bless someone else.

One of the most powerful parts of Ryan’s message was when he shared how generosity carried him and his family during their most difficult season. The seeds we sow in one chapter often become the strength God uses in the next. When we sow to the Spirit, we reap the life of the Spirit. It doesn’t mean everything becomes easy. It means God becomes near.

The rich young ruler (Matthew 19:16-22) reminds us that the real starting point of generosity is surrender. God isn’t asking us to give because He needs something from us. He asks because He wants something for us. He wants our hearts. He wants us free from the grip of fear, pride, or self-protection. And generosity is one of the clearest ways we loosen our grip and trust Him.

This week, ask the Lord, "What have You put in my hands that You want me to share?" It might be a gift, some time, a skill, or even encouragement someone desperately needs. Whatever it is, God can use it.

Let’s be a church that doesn’t grow weary in doing good. Let’s be a church that shares what we have because everything we have came from Him.