There was an interesting interview on the radio this morning. A woman who, as a girl had inherited the equivalent today of a couple of million pounds, and how she decided at an early age that she would be happier giving it away and earning her daily keep, than living off the interest. OK, she's been sensible and left herself and the family with enough for their old age, and to give their children a bit to start them off in life, but she's given away a good percentage of what she inherited to individuals, whose lives have been changed by her actions.
Yes, this is newsworthy today because of Bill Gates and Warren Buffett who are challenging the mega-rich to give half their fortunes to good causes.
Very Biblical, and to be heartily commended........ Nice one, Bill!
But of course the Bible also tells us that the widow's mite is just as pleasing to God. We don't need to be mega-rich to consider the poor and needy, and do our bit to spread a little of God's love around. We might not be able to set up a foundation to eradicate malaria in the world, but we can be there if someone is in need.
God knows our hearts, and blesses both giver and receiver.
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