The Acceptable Gift

Not the great things which every eye sees and every tongue praises does God account most precious. The little duties cheerfully done, the gifts which make a show and which to humble eyes may appear worthless, often stand highest in God’s sight. A heart of faith and love is dearer to God than the most costly gift. The poor widow gave her living when she gave the small sum, but she deprived herself of food in order to give those two mites to the cause she loved. And she did it in faith, believing that her heavenly Father would not overlook her great need. It was this unselfish spirit and child-like faith that won the Saviour’s commendation.

Among the poor are many who long to show their gratitude to God for His grace and truth. Let them lay up their mites in the bank of heaven. If given from a heart filled with love for God, these seeming trifles become consecrated gifts, priceless offerings, which God smiles upon and blesses.

Bro Melusi Ndlovu (Gwevu, Zimbabwe)