Be a Giver—Not a Taker

I once read a book entitled What They Don’t Teach You at Harvard Business School. The author stated how he intentionally tried to find out a potential client’s and his family's favorite hobby or past time. Then, he would give a significant gift they would appreciate. That’s how he gained many of his clients.

If he discovered the son of a potential client was a Brave’s Fan, he would buy two box seats to a game involving their favorite team. Many times, the author stated a gift of this kind would win over the client.

While I admit the above mentioned plan may be a great business strategy, that’s not charitable giving. That’s giving "with strings attached."

Jesus stated in Matthew 6: 20 "but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal."

Christian Charity flows from a heart that is surrendered to God. We recognize that everything belongs to God. We recognize we are poor in spirit. We are spiritually bankrupt. Christian Charity is giving with no strings attached. Give…expect nothing in return.