Generosity of Spirit

This Sunday’s Gospel lesson is the familiar story of the young man who was owned by his possessions rather than the other way around. (I certainly can identify with that guy – and not with the young part…) Jesus has a near-impossible remedy; the disciples were most upset. Give even more away? Are you kidding?!

The older I get, the more I value a broader term: generosity of spirit. Think of people who are always ready with an encouraging word, always ready to help (sometimes before you know you need it), and, because they are generous in spirit, their life’s actions seem natural and easy.

Yes, when Jesus tells us to seek first the kingdom of God and its righteousness, he means that ALL these things will be added unto us. In peace and serenity, we can sing, “Alleluia”.

Brad Norris

Minister of Music