SELFISHNESS IS LEARNED, SO IS GENEROSITY — YOU CAN UNLEARN IT

 

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Good-Life Devotional; SELFISHNESS IS LEARNED, SO IS GENEROSITY — YOU CAN UNLEARN IT

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

   Selfishness and generosity are both learned behaviors. The Bible shows that, with the help of the Holy Spirit, we can unlearn selfishness and embrace generosity. In 2 Corinthians 8:1–5, the Macedonian church demonstrated the virtues of generosity despite their extreme poverty. Filled with joy in the Holy Spirit, they pleaded with Paul to accept their gifts for the saints. Their giving flowed from a heart taught by grace, not by compulsion.

    Selfishness, on the other hand, destroys relationships and is a major cause of failed marriages (Philippians 2:3–4). It is a symptom of pride and self-reliance, not faith in God. Abraham modeled generosity to Isaac by his willingness to sacrifice him, trusting God to provide (Genesis 22:1–14). Isaac embraced this principle, becoming influential and prosperous through divine favor (Genesis 26:12–14). Likewise, Solomon learned generosity from David, who gave abundantly for God’s temple (1 Chronicles 29:3–5), and Solomon’s wealth reflected that spirit.

    Hannah’s generosity was seen when she gave Samuel to the Lord’s service (1 Samuel 1:27–28). Under Eli, Samuel grew in wisdom and favor, unlike Eli’s selfish sons, who perished (1 Samuel 2:12–17, 34).

   Selfishness blocks the flow of the gifts and fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22–23), creating room for false teachers motivated by greed (2 Peter 2:3). Paul rebuked the Corinthians for selfishness, urging them to excel in generosity (2 Corinthians 9:6–8).

   Through renewing our minds (Romans 12:2) and depending on the Spirit, we can unlearn selfishness and walk in the liberating joy of generosity.

 In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and generosity in the Spirit.

PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me of my sins against you I believe Jesus Christ died and was raised again for my salvation I receive him as lord and saviour and receive the Holy Spirit and power to prosper .

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