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Our Daily Bread - Monday, January 7, 2020
by RBC Ministries

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Bible in a Year: Genesis 18-19, Matthew 6:1-18

When you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing.
Matthew 6:3

Today's Scripture & Insight: Matthew 6:1-4

A clear, glass vase with bell-shaped lilies of the valley, pink tulips, and yellow daffodils greeted Kim at her front door. For seven months, an anonymous believer in Jesus sent Kim beautiful bouquets from a local flower shop. Each monthly gift arrived with a note filled with scriptural encouragement and signed: "Love, Jesus."

Kim shared photos of these secret deliveries on Facebook. The flowers gave her opportunity to celebrate an individual's kindness and to acknowledge the way God expressed His love to her through His people. As she trusted Him through her battle with a terminal disease, every colorful blossom and handwritten note affirmed God's loving compassion for her.

The sender's anonymity reflects the heart motive Jesus encourages His people to adopt when giving. He warns against practicing righteous acts "to be seen" by others (Matthew 6:1). Good deeds are intended to be expressions of worship overflowing from hearts grateful for all God's done for us. Highlighting our own generosity with the hope or expectation of being honored can take the focus off the Giver of all good thingsâ€”Jesus.

God knows when we give with good intentions (v. 4). He simply wants our generosity motivated by love as we give Him the glory, the honor, and the praise.

By: Xochitl Dixon

Reflect & Pray
How can you place the spotlight on Jesus by giving to someone in secret this week? How can you give God credit while still accepting appreciation?

Jesus, thank You for reminding us that giving to others is a privilege and a wonderful way to thank You for all You've given us.

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