Giving Challengeნიმუში

Day 1: Jesus Gave with His Whole H.E.A.R.T.

We live in a world where it often feels like something is being taken from us. The pace of life drains our energy, relationships are tested, and money never seems to stretch far enough. Jesus warned us that there is a thief who comes only to steal, kill, and destroy. But then He gave us a promise: “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full” (John 10:10, NIV).

Life to the full isn’t found in chasing and accumulating more stuff. It’s found in the death and resurrection of Jesus. When we look closely at His life, one theme shines through again and again: Jesus gave. He gave His time to people no one else noticed. He gave His attention to children when others pushed them aside. He gave His power to heal the sick and His words to bring hope. And ultimately, He gave His life on the cross.

The Giving Challenge is about discovering that the fullest kind of life comes when you learn to give like Jesus gave. Over the next eleven days, you’ll look at five ways Jesus gives—Happily, Eternally, Abundantly, Regularly, and Today—and how you can give with your whole H.E.A.R.T.

Jesus said, “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock” (Matthew 7:24-25, NIV). James reminds us, “Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says” (James 1:22, NIV).

This challenge isn’t about guilt or obligation. We aren't earning our salvation. It’s about joy, freedom, and transformation as a response to the Gospel. When we begin to give like Jesus, we step into the abundant life He promised.

Challenge:

Tell someone you are starting the Giving Challenge. It could be a friend, a family member, or someone at church. Ask them to pray for you or invite them to join you. Accountability will help you take these steps seriously and celebrate the joy of giving together.