We often talk about giving as though it’s transactional: we give back a portion of what God has given us. But that’s not entirely accurate. The truth is: we don’t own anything. God does.

Psalm 24:1 reminds us: “The earth is the Lord, and everything in it.” We are not owners; rather, we are stewards and managers entrusted with time, talents, treasures, and testimony to serve God’s Kingdom.

And that’s not a burden—it’s a blessing.

We often picture poverty as a lack of money, food, and shelter. But what if it’s deeper than that?

It’s a sobering thought: one day, Jesus will separate the sheep from the goats—not by beliefs we’ve claimed or songs we’ve sung, but by what we did for those in need. Jesus paints the picture clearly in Matthew 25.

In Luke 10, Jesus is asked a seemingly spiritual question: “What must I do to inherit eternal life?” His answer leads us into one of His most powerful parables—the story of the Good Samaritan. But don’t let the familiarity of the tale rob it of its impact. Jesus wasn’t just telling a nice story; He was redefining what it means to live a compassionate life