“All whose hearts were stirred and whose spirits were moved came and brought their sacred offerings to the Lord. They brought all the materials needed for the Tabernacle, for the performance of its rituals, and for the sacred garments.” (Exodus 35:21 NLT).

EQUAL SACRIFICE, NOT EQUAL GIFTS

God is honored when His people worship Him with “stirred” hearts and “moved” spirits. The first has to do with the emotion and the other the will. One with a stirred heart is filled with passion for God’s kingdom work. They enthusiastically bring their offering of praise. One who is moved with a willing spirit serves God, not out of duty, but out of desire. They want to serve and give. God cares more for the condition of our heart in giving, than in the content of our gifts. Equal sacrifice, not equal gifts.

PRAYER: Dear Lord, we thank You for the gifts and blessing You have bestowed on us. We are forever grateful. We are stirred and moved to sacrificially give back to You in gratitude and worship. All that we are and all that we have are from You and belong to You. Help us to grow in our gratitude and generosity. In Jesus’ name, Amen.