Seventh Day Baptist
Christian Education Council
PO BOX 1678
Janesville, WI 53547
—2 Corinthians 9:1-5
by: Grace Crouch.
Paul did not want to miss this opportunity. The idea of giving a bountiful gift to those in need had sprouted in someone’s head and he was going to make sure that it was actually collected and distributed. I love Paul’s persuasive speech here. He did not want anyone to be put to shame, including himself. So, he sent people ahead of him to be sure that the donation was ready to go. We, too, should have zeal in our giving and follow through with our intentions to help others out of our bounty.