How can we apply "share with him who has none" in daily life? The verse in context “John answered, ‘Whoever has two tunics must share with him who has none, and whoever has food must do the same.’ ” (Luke 3:11) What the command means John the Baptist did not offer a suggestion; he issued a Spirit-inspired directive. The statement is simple, literal, and universal: when God gives you more than you need, you are to meet the need of the person who has nothing. Heart attitudes behind sharing • Gratitude – Recognize every tunic and every meal as God’s gift (James 1:17). • Compassion – Feel what the needy feel (Matthew 9:36). • Stewardship – Understand you manage, not own, your resources (Psalm 24:1). • Faith – Trust God to replenish what you release (Luke 6:38). Practical ways to share today • Clothing drawers audit: pull out quality items you haven’t worn in a year and donate them. • Grocery double-up: buy two of staple items and deliver one set to a food pantry. • Emergency cash envelope: keep a small amount on hand ready for the unexpected stranger (Proverbs 3:27-28). • Gift cards in the glove box: quick, flexible aid for someone at an intersection. • Pay-it-forward meals: quietly cover another table’s ticket or a single parent’s groceries. • Skill sharing: tutor a child, change a widow’s oil, repair a neighbor’s porch (1 Peter 4:10). • Hospital and prison bags: assemble hygiene kits for chaplains to distribute (Hebrews 13:3). • Church benevolence fund: give above the tithe so leaders can meet urgent needs within the body (Acts 4:34-35). Everyday spheres to live it out Home – Teach children to set aside toys for shelter donations. Work – Organize a coat drive. Neighborhood – Invite the lonely over for dinner. Digital – Use social platforms to spotlight vetted needs and rally believers. Countering excuses “I don’t have much myself.” • Compare needs, not luxuries (2 Corinthians 8:2-3). “I might be scammed.” • Due diligence is wise, but hardness of heart is sin (1 John 3:17). “It’s inconvenient.” • Christ’s cross was inconvenient too (Philippians 2:5-8). Promises attached to generosity • “Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and He will repay him for his deed.” (Proverbs 19:17) • “God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things, at all times, having all you need, you will abound in every good work.” (2 Corinthians 9:8) Start small, start now Look for the next person God places in your path who lacks what you hold in your hand—then pass it on. As you practice this rhythm, you will find Luke 3:11 moving from the page into the fabric of everyday life, making the gospel visible and Jesus unmistakably glorious. |
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