[[-SOAP HUB]] | [[-Psalm Overview]] | [[Psalm 112]] ## Title: One of the Hardest Tools of Discipleship ## Scripture: (Psalm 112:5) “It goes well for the one who generously lends money and conducts his business honestly.” (NET) ## Observation: It is generally not difficult to be inspired to know God more. It is generally not difficult to grow in freedom by doing life with others and letting our lives be a witness. It is not too difficult to give of ourselves to others and serve as Jesus Christ served others. However, one of the most difficult things to do is to be generous with our money. It is such a difficult concept that is so often pushed against that modern day pastors have started using other phrases like our “resource,” our “provision,” or our “gifts” as a way to approach the topic. There are many reasons for this but one of the reasons is because nothing fights for our hearts quite like our finances. We try to get from our money what only God can provide. As a child of God, our significance, security, and acceptance come from Him. However, we try to use money to buy things we don’t want to impress people we don’t like so they will give us what only God can give. So, take a moment and think about it. The best way to know the condition of your heart is your willingness to give it away without any visible return. Would you give to someone if they never knew? Would you be faithful to give to God’s church if no one noticed? ## Application: Do you faithfully give to your local church? Honestly examine your heart and think about why or why not. ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for growing us in the hard areas.