Comments on: See a Need, Meet a Need? http://cravesomethingmore.org/2009/12/09/see-a-need-meet-a-need/ There's so much more to life and faith than this. And we know it. Mon, 21 Nov 2011 02:04:44 -0800 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.1 hourly 1 By: CT http://cravesomethingmore.org/2009/12/09/see-a-need-meet-a-need/comment-page-1/#comment-106 CT Sun, 13 Dec 2009 22:54:55 +0000 http://cravesomethingmore.org/?p=1029#comment-106 @bethyada: Your church policy sounds like a good one: I haven't heard of something like that before, but I think it captures a spirit of compassion along with a view towards growing a person as well. Thanks for sharing. And the note about Judas is interesting; I'll think through the implications of that. Thanks for sharing that as well... @bethyada: Your church policy sounds like a good one: I haven’t heard of something like that before, but I think it captures a spirit of compassion along with a view towards growing a person as well. Thanks for sharing.

And the note about Judas is interesting; I’ll think through the implications of that. Thanks for sharing that as well…

]]> By: CT http://cravesomethingmore.org/2009/12/09/see-a-need-meet-a-need/comment-page-1/#comment-105 CT Sun, 13 Dec 2009 22:53:10 +0000 http://cravesomethingmore.org/?p=1029#comment-105 Elizabeth, thanks for your comments. It is a tough issue, and it's so closely linked with our hearts that it's an important one too, but it is tough to land on a "right" answer. Which I guess is why it needs to be Spirit lead as you said. I'll consider writing some additional thoughts in the future around finances. Thanks for the idea... Elizabeth, thanks for your comments. It is a tough issue, and it’s so closely linked with our hearts that it’s an important one too, but it is tough to land on a “right” answer. Which I guess is why it needs to be Spirit lead as you said.

I’ll consider writing some additional thoughts in the future around finances. Thanks for the idea…

]]> By: bethyada http://cravesomethingmore.org/2009/12/09/see-a-need-meet-a-need/comment-page-1/#comment-103 bethyada Sat, 12 Dec 2009 06:48:22 +0000 http://cravesomethingmore.org/?p=1029#comment-103 I have mixed thoughts. I note that God sends rain on the just and the unjust. But if he refuses to sow seed he will have no food. Our church will give food on first request with no questions. Ask about their situation on 2nd request. And get them involved in budget advice on the third request. (Or something like that). Also, if one gives to some it may limit giving to others. Something that I find interesting is that Jesus let Judas keep the money bag knowing he was a thief. I have mixed thoughts. I note that God sends rain on the just and the unjust. But if he refuses to sow seed he will have no food.

Our church will give food on first request with no questions. Ask about their situation on 2nd request. And get them involved in budget advice on the third request. (Or something like that).

Also, if one gives to some it may limit giving to others.

Something that I find interesting is that Jesus let Judas keep the money bag knowing he was a thief.

]]> By: Elizabeth http://cravesomethingmore.org/2009/12/09/see-a-need-meet-a-need/comment-page-1/#comment-101 Elizabeth Thu, 10 Dec 2009 16:23:32 +0000 http://cravesomethingmore.org/?p=1029#comment-101 Chris, Very thought-provoking post. I've struggled with this issue as well. As Christians, it's very difficult to sort out and find a balance between the world's view of money (get as much of it as you can and ultimately strive for security for the future) and God's: give generously as the Lord leads, and do not worry about tomorrow. There are many vastly different opinions on the matter amongst Christians, and I think that makes it even more confusing for the average person (me) to know what to do with my money. The only thing I know with certainty is that it needs to be Spirit led, which I am so glad you mentioned. Learning to listen to the Spirit is a life-long journey, but when He leads us to give, we need to be obedient. Good thoughts here. I'd love to hear more of your insight on this topic since you've advised people financially. Chris,
Very thought-provoking post. I’ve struggled with this issue as well. As Christians, it’s very difficult to sort out and find a balance between the world’s view of money (get as much of it as you can and ultimately strive for security for the future) and God’s: give generously as the Lord leads, and do not worry about tomorrow. There are many vastly different opinions on the matter amongst Christians, and I think that makes it even more confusing for the average person (me) to know what to do with my money. The only thing I know with certainty is that it needs to be Spirit led, which I am so glad you mentioned. Learning to listen to the Spirit is a life-long journey, but when He leads us to give, we need to be obedient. Good thoughts here. I’d love to hear more of your insight on this topic since you’ve advised people financially.

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