SELFISHNESS SHROUDED IN EGOCENTRIC PHILANTHROPIC GESTURES

 

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Good -Life Devotional: 

SELFISHNESS SHROUDED IN EGOCENTRIC PHILANTHROPIC GESTURES

By Rev Michael Benson Ajayi 

   God desires that we show kindness, but His ultimate aim is the salvation of souls. Acts of benevolence are commendable only when they align with His redemptive purpose. Many followed Jesus Christ because of the bread and fish He gave them, yet He rebuked them for seeking perishable food instead of eternal life (John 6:26-27).

   Sadly, many believers refuse to support teachers of the gospel of righteousness, contrary to God’s command in Galatians 6:6 and 1 Corinthians 16:1-2. This neglect hinders the spread of the gospel, while the same individuals pour resources into self-glorifying philanthropic gestures that hold no eternal value. God’s word warns that benevolence without repentance is futile — Isaiah 26:10 teaches that showing kindness to the wicked will not change their hearts.

   True biblical giving must be coupled with the preaching of the gospel. We are instructed to “make full proof” of our ministry by doing the work of an evangelist (2 Timothy 4:5), fulfilling the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20; Mark 16:15). Isaiah 32:5-6 reminds us that a fool’s generosity can promote folly rather than righteousness.

   In Nigeria, corrupt politicians and religious leaders have weaponized philanthropy to entrench bad governance and gain public praise while ignoring justice and truth. Yet, God calls His people to fruit-bearing that remains (John 15:16).

  Philanthropy without Christ is empty. Only when benevolence flows with the message of repentance and faith in Jesus Christ does it count before God and become a seed for eternal life.

  In our daily prayers we should seek a healthy appetite for God's word and wisdom for excellence.

PRAYER: Heavenly Father forgive me for 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 overcome poverty.

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