Bible Explorer for the Young (Matthew)Sample

Give Secretly

Matthew 6:4

Your giving should be done in private. Your Father can see what is done in private, and He will reward you.

When we help someone, we will feel great if we are acknowledged for this. We feel happy when someone commends us for the good thing we have done. In fact, the more people acknowledge it, the happier we might feel. It is normal as we are humans who like to get acknowledgement.

However, Jesus actually teaches us the opposite. When we help someone or give something to someone, do it in private as not to draw any special attention. We help others not because we want to be seen and acknowledged by others. We are to give generously and sincerely, as well as humbly and quietly. 

Maybe no one knows what you do. However, our God in heaven sees it all and will reward you generously. The reward from God is so much more valuable and meaningful than any reward that men can give. 

So, when we do something great or kind today, do not expose it on social media. We can tell our parents about it and share with them the reason we do it. God will surely reward us with abundant blessings!

Prayer

Dear Holy Spirit, give me a humble heart and prevent me from having a boastful heart. Amen.