Bible in a Year:
Leave them for the poor and for the foreigner residing among you.
A similar mindset is what’s expressed in Leviticus 23 when it comes to bringing in the harvest from the land. God, via Moses, told the people something quite counterintuitive: not to “reap to the very edges of your field or gather the gleanings of your harvest” (v. 22). Essentially, He said, “Leave a little behind.” This instruction reminded the people that God was behind the harvest in the first place, and that He used His people to provide for those of little account (the strangers in the land).
Such thinking is definitely not the norm in our world. But it’s exactly the kind of mindset that will characterize the grateful sons and daughters of God. He delights in a generous heart. And that often comes through you and me.
Reflect & Pray
What’s your first reaction to the thought of “leaving a little behind”? What’s one way you could practice such thankful generosity toward the poor or the strangers in your life?
Loving God, thank You for Your provision in my life. Give me eyes to see ways in which I can share with others, especially those poor and in need.
Good evening, Mayor, and thank you for today’s sustenance for body and soul.
We made it half way...hurrah for us!
Don’t forget to rest for all the rallies on the weekend.
Howdy, Mayor.
It looks like you’re going to be lucky this round, missing out on the brunt of the storm up there. Bet you’re happy about that! What a mess.