154 The Grace of Giving

Acts 20:1-2; 2 Corinthians 1–13, TBC Book Two, Chapter 154
Paul heeded the urgings of concerned friends and decided he would remain secluded while the riot played out. When the crowd dispersed, he arranged to meet with his disciples, to encourage them and say goodbye before departing. After arriving in Macedonia, Paul then traveled extensively, encouraging the believers in their faith. He also wrote another letter to the Corinthians. . . .

Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Timothy, our brother, to the church of God in Corinth and all the saints throughout Achaia.

Praise be to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we in turn can comfort others.

Originally I had hoped to visit you on my way to Macedonia and again afterward. But when I realized how painful it was for you to receive my correction, I made up my mind not to bring you more pain. . . .

Though I caused you pain with one of my letters, I do not regret what resulted from it. You experienced the kind of sorrow for sin that God desires: Godly sorrow leads to repentance, which leads to salvation—which leaves no regret. . . .

Another reason I am writing this letter to you is to tell you about the grace that God bestowed upon the Macedonians and to give you that same opportunity for blessing. . . .

(See THE BIBLE CLICKS, Book Two, Chapter 154, for the rest of the story.)
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Today’s Takeaways
     A proverb to guide you: Paying it forward isn’t a slogan—it’s a way of life. God blesses us so that we can bless others.
     A promise to cling to: “But this I say: He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 NIV                  
     A praise to fill you: One Bread, One Body  John Michael Talbot     [Can skip ad after first 5 seconds]

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