What is the meaning of Luke 6:38? Give - A direct command that invites deliberate, open-handed generosity (Acts 20:35; 2 Corinthians 9:7). - Applies to money, mercy, time, and forgiveness, matching the broader context of Luke 6:27-37. - Reflects God’s own giving nature (James 1:17; John 3:16). and it will be given to you - A promise of divine reciprocity (Malachi 3:10; Proverbs 19:17). - God channels supply back to the giver, often through people (Philippians 4:19; 2 Corinthians 9:8). - Emphasizes trust, not a mechanical transaction (Matthew 6:3-4). A good measure - Picture of the standard grain basket, filled honestly and fully (Deuteronomy 25:15). - God never uses a short measure toward His children (Psalm 145:16; Luke 6:36). pressed down - Grain compacted so the container holds more—symbol of maximum capacity. - God multiplies what we release (Ephesians 3:20; 2 Corinthians 9:10). shaken together - Shaking settles the grain, eliminating empty spaces—thorough, complete blessing (Psalm 23:1-2). and running over - Overflow shows abundance beyond calculation (John 10:10). - Spills out to benefit others as well (Genesis 12:2; 2 Corinthians 1:4). will be poured into your lap - Ancient robes formed a pouch; grain poured there was personal and immediate (Psalm 68:19; Matthew 6:25-33). For with the measure you use - God’s economy matches our chosen standard (Matthew 7:2; 2 Corinthians 9:6). - Reveals the heart’s posture toward God and neighbor. it will be measured back to you - Divine response mirrors our generosity (Galatians 6:7-9; Proverbs 11:24-25). - Encourages consistent, cheerful giving, trusting the Lord’s just scale. summary • Luke 6:38 urges wholehearted generosity, backed by God’s promise to give more than we can contain. • “Good measure, pressed down, shaken together, running over” paints a vivid picture of the Lord’s abundant response. • Because He measures back according to the standard we choose, we give freely, confident that His provision will always overflow (Ephesians 3:20-21). |
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