We live in troubled times marked by natural disasters, war, famine, poverty and more. All you need to do to see the suffering around us is open your eyes, you just can’t miss it. I think most people recognize worthy causes and are happy to help where they can. And if you are truly a disciple of Christ, then giving to those in need is not an option, it’s a way of life.

“God loves a cheerful giver.” – Bible or Not?

Today’s quote is not about what you give, it’s about how you give. Attitude is everything, and as we support the causes that are near and dear to us let us do it with a smile. Whether it be tithing to the church, supporting orphans, feeding the homeless, sending in money for disaster relief, or whatever, giving should be a joy and not a burden. After all, didn’t Jesus say to give and it will be given you over flowing?

The Bible is repleat with teachings on charity, generosity, grace and all manner of giving. And, yes, today’s quote is among them. Here is the full Bible verse:

“So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver.” – 2 Corinthians 9:7 (New King James Version)

Related Quotes:

Whatsoever You Do to the Least of These You Do Unto Me
God and Karma
The More We Share the More We Have

Today’s Bible or Not quote is about being blessed through giving, it’s a beatitude, but is it from the Bible?

Blessed are those who can give without remembering and take without forgetting. – Bible or Not?

Here are the Beatitudes from The Sermon on the Mount, see if today’s quote fits in.

Blessed are the poor in spirit, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be comforted.

Blessed are the meek, For they shall inherit the earth.

Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, For they shall be filled.

Blessed are the merciful, For they shall obtain mercy.

Blessed are the pure in heart, For they shall see God.

Blessed are the peacemakers, For they shall be called sons of God.

Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Blessed are you when they revile and persecute you, and say all kinds of evil against you falsely for My sake. Rejoice and be exceedingly glad, for great is your reward in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.

Which brings us back to our quote of the day: “Blessed are those who can give without remembering and take without forgetting”. This quote is not very famous, although inspirational, and is not in the Bible either. It was spoken by Princess Elizabeth Bibesco (February 26, 1897 – April 7, 1945), an English Writer who married a Romanian prince.

So, today, give of yourself and then quickly forget about it. And if someone gives something to you, always be thankful and never forget it. This is sage advice.

This is a great quote, full of wisdom, but is it Bible or Not?

“The miracle is this: the more we share the more we have.”

It brings to mind a quote from Jesus in the Bible.

Luke 6:38 (New King James Version) - ”Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.”

This idea is a bit different than our post about Karma and God, the idea that whatever you sow you will reap. Or the Bible verse in Proverbs that if you cast your bread upon the water it will return to you. Both of these quotes illustrate the idea that you only get what you give.

Today’s quote, and the words of Jesus, say that you actually will get more than you give. It’s like an investment of love. Give of yourself, give of your love, and you will get back much more than you give.

Today’s quote, “The miracle is this, the more we share the more we have”, is NOT from the Bible, but perhaps Leonard Nimoy of Star Trek fame took his lead from Jesus when he made this quote.