Jesus said: “Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 5:16). The goal of letting your light shine (ministry) is that people glorify God.
The apostle Paul urged us to be “cheerful givers” (2 Corinthians 9:7). Some say this context means that the more money you give, the more money God will give to you. However, the blessings we receive will help us increase our harvest “of righteousness” (verse 10). Whatever we give in ministering to others is a spiritual “blessing,” even if it is also a physical one. And the reward we receive from God is also a spiritual blessing, whether it has any physical side or not.
Notice the result of ministry: Because of the proof given by this ministry, they will glorify God for your obedience to your confession of the gospel of Christ and for the liberality of your contribution to them and to all, while they also, by prayer on your behalf, yearn for you because of the surpassing grace of God in you. Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift! (2 Corinthians 9:13-15).
Remember, God loves you and so do I!
Donnie Bates
Barnabas Notes 