Good will come to those who are generous and lend freely, who conduct their affairs with justice.

Psalm 112:5

Generosity pays off. The generous giver benefits along with the recipient of their generosity. Usually more so.

Coupling generosity with justice adds depth and power to relationships. Giving the benefit of the doubt, handing someone a second chance, listening longer and speaking less, seeking to understand before judging – all these reflect generosity.

Generosity in finances and resources, along with generosity of spirit and good will, lead to experiencing the best in each other.

Perhaps this reflects the good that comes to those who live generous lives.

Week nine of reading the Bible cover to cover