Share the Joy of Giving

"Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and will be repaid in full."

(Proverbs 19:17)

When shopping with your children this holiday season, ask them to take some of their money along to donate to the charities whose representatives are ringing bells outside stores. As you make a donation, allow your children to put their own money in the kettle and experience the joy of giving to others.

Questions for Discussion

• Who are the poor? Do we know anyone who is poor?
• How does the money we give help the poor?
• How can our family help the poor throughout the year?

Linda Holland is from Helena, Alabama.

Posted in2002.