The bible verse (NKJV) “Give, and it will be given to you” made me wonder about the reasons we give. Is the reason to receive in return? Giving love and receiving in return is wonderful though. Working and giving of our time, and receiving monetary reward is great and very necessary to live comfortably. To give as a volunteer, the benefits are enormous to your health, happiness and so much more. When you’re able to fuel yourself with goodness so that you can give more to others, it is good not only for you but others too. Therefore, I believe, it is important to let go of anger and resentment and to embrace forgiveness and give and share compassion and love.
My mind overflows with thoughts of giving and receiving…
The old adage come to mind ‘what you sow you shall reap’
What am I sowing in this world?
Is it anger, hatred, or peace and love?
No one is too poor to give appreciation, compassion, help, love, understanding and so much more. Being rich doesn’t mean you shouldn’t receive something, everyone needs compassion, happiness, and love. Anyone can give something, and anyone can receive something.
Studies show that when you give to others, your generosity is often continued down the line to someone else or returned to you. Anne Frank stated, “No-one ever has ever become poor from giving.” It probably is in giving that we receive the greatest gift.
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10 replies on “Give and You shall Receive”
Having the opportunity to give enriches the giver as well as the recipient. Living with gratitude remains one of the four pillars of our happiness. Be well.
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A genuine smile, respect and encouraging words costs nothing and can mean so much to the other person…and the bonus, it makes you both feel good! I like Anne Frank’s statement – thanks for sharing it 🌸.
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Thank you for your kind comment Corna 💕🌸😊 I especially appreciate your encouragement and respectful comments that you so kindly share.
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Wonderful post! So many small things can make someone’s life better. One of the best gifts is your time. 🙂
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Thank you so much. To give time is a wonderful gift for sure 👌🏼 thank you for that reminder.
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Wow, what a wise statement from such a young girl. As of course that is so true. This is a beautiful post Henrietta. I think a lot of times people don’t understand when you are younger and you live around old people that have lost all their loved ones, talking and “sitting a spell,” as we say in the South, can mean the difference between feeling loved and not feeling loved. A cooked meal for a family with a sick person in the hospital can mean a lot. Just a lovely and thoughtful post. Thank you for the reminder. Big hugs and love coming at you and I pray God blesses you and your family always. You are such a tender and kind soul Henrietta. Love Joni
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Anne Frank was a remarkable young person. Thank you for your kindness dear Joni. Sending big hugs and lots of love your way 💕🌸 Enjoy the weekend.
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amen. I never go wrong when I focus on helping rather than on myself
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Agree 💯
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