Small Efforts Matter Feb.5

Small Efforts Do Matter

“And a poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which make a penny.” [Mark 12:42, English Standard Version.]

Notice in this scripture:

Jesus was watching the contributions.

He noted the amount.

He paid attention to motive.

He measured the relative importance of a contribution, not by the amount only, but by the unselfish sacrifice in the donation.

“Truly, I say to you, this poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the offering box.”    Verse43, ESV.

The widow put in what she had, meaning that was actually what she had to live on, not any abundance. Her faith caused her action.

We need generosity to power our faith and faith to power generosity.