God’s gifts to men are many and great (as we can read in Psalms 68:35; 127:2-3; 146:7; Proverbs 2:6-7; Matthew 7:11; John 14:27; Acts 5:31; 14:17; 15:8; 17:25; Romans 5:17; 6:23; 1 Corinthians 7:7; 12:7-11; Ephesus 2:8; Philippines 1:29; 2 Timothy 3:16 and James 1:5, 17). But no doubt Paul has in mind here the greatest and most indescribable gift of all (See John 3:16; Romans and 8:32; Isaiah 9:6.) And he refers to this gift so that believers might better understand what giving is all about and learn to give as our almighty dear caring Heavenly Father gives us so abundantly. Here is a brief summary concerning the truth about the giving of believers.
Being able to give is a great gift of God, God’s grace working in their hearts and lives ( See 2 Corinthians 8:1; Romans 12:6-8).
Giving is a privilege believers should seek (2 Corinthians 8:4).
Giving is a test of the sincerity of our love and obedience no giving indicates no love, little giving, little love, much giving, much love (2 Corinthians 8:8).
Giving is the nature of God ( 2 Corinthians 8:9).
Even very small gifts are acceptable to God, if the heart is right ( as we can read in 2 Corinthians 8:12; Mark 12:41-44).
Giving helps to bridge the gap between those who have plenty and those who are in need (See 2 Corinthians 8:13).
Giving is service to God’s people ( 2 Corinthians 9:1).
Giving should be with freedom and cheerfulness ( 2 Corinthians 9:5, 7).
Giving will bring its reward ( 2 Corinthians 9:6, 8-11, 14).
Giving is a great source of thanksgiving and praise to God ( 2 Corinthians 9:11-13).
Here are some other great bible study references on giving to God and to others; Exodus 35:5-9; Leviticus 7:12-13; 27:30; Numers 18:21, 24; Deuteronium 14:28-29; 15:10; 2 Sam 24:24; 1 Chronicles 29:3, 5, 9, 14; Psalms 37:26; Proverbs 11:24-25; 19:17; 22:9; Ecclesiastes 11:1-2; Malachi 1:7-8, 14; 3:8-10; Matthew 6:1-2, 19, 20; 19:21; Luke 6:38; Acts 20:35; Romans 12:13; 1 Timothy 6:18-19; Hebrews 6:10; James 2:15-16; and last but not least 1 John 3:17.
Much LoVe, JoY, Peace and Blessings through Jesus Christ, our almighty, dear caring Lord, Saviour and Redeemer, in who we faithfully abide, trust, believe, and abundantly do receive throughout His marvelous righteous Word and His truth fulfilling Holy Spirit.