Giving

Service / Practical Gifts

Literal Meaning

To give part of, share.

Description

The gift of Giving is the divine enablement to contribute money and resources to the work of the Lord with cheerfulness and liberality. People with this gift do not ask, "How much money do I need to give to God?" but, "How much money do I need to live on?".

Distinctives

People with this gift tend to:

  • •Manage their finances and limit their lifestyle in order to give as much of their resources as possible.
  • •Support the work of the ministry with sacrificial gifts to advance the Kingdom.
  • •Meet tangible needs that enable spiritual growth to occur.
  • •Provide resources, generously and cheerfully, trusting God for his provision.
  • •May have a special ability to make money so that they may use it to further God's work.

Common Traits

Stewardship-orientedResponsibleResourcefulCharitableTrusts in GodDisciplined

In Practice

Financial generosity, meeting needs sacrificially, funding kingdom initiatives, creative resource sharing

Cautions

Every gift can be misused or overextended. Here are some things to watch for:

  • ⚠Need to esteem their gift, remembering that giving money and resources is a spiritual contribution to the body of Christ.
  • ⚠Need to remember the church's agenda is determined by leaders, not by the giver's gift.
  • ⚠Need to guard against greed.

Scripture References

Biblical foundations for this gift:

Romans 12:82 Corinthians 6:8Luke 21:1-4

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