Give And Share What You hve

"Then Peter said, 'Silver or gold I do not have, but what I have I give you.  In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk."  Acts 3:6 (NIV)

According to The Holy Spirit inspired word written by Luke, the physician and frequent travelling companion of the Apostle Paul, as Peter and John were about to enter the temple they encountered a beggar, crippled from birth, who asked them for money.  Peter told the man that they did not have silver, or gold, or money, but that which they did have they would give to him.  What they had was the power of healing by The Holy Spirit of God, and they shared that with him and healed him.

Gifts of money are almost always appreciated, but giving and sharing is not always about money.  A gift of our time or a gift of our talent can also be a help to someone who is alone or in need.  When we share our knowledge and wisdom with others we can also be helpful.  Often giving a kind word, or a hug, or a shoulder to cry on, is more helpful, considerate, and compassionate than a monetary gift.  Jesus said that it is better to give than to receive. (Acts 20:35)  The strong are to help the weak. (Romans 15:1)  Those who are blessed to have are to share with those who have not. (Luke 16:19-31)  We are to give of such as we have, and we are to share it with those who are less fortunate.