Focus on God’s Goodness-Generous Hand

JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Focus on God’s Goodness is found in First Chronicles 29:14.

King David said, “But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? Everything comes from you, and we have given you only what comes from your hand.”

This statement was made after generous offerings were given to provide for the holy temple that Israel was building for God. It was a moment of joy in the whole assembly.

David understood that wealth and honor come from God. His generosity was not a moment for pride, but rather humility. Whatever we have, whether we have material resources, or influence, or skills to do our job well–those blessings come from God, and they are opportunities to glorify His name.

The generous hand of God reveals the goodness of God and is a reason to give thanks in the Year of Gratitude.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com