Givers, Takers, and paying it forward

Good morning! Mr. J’ean here with your Monday Motivation. Today let’s talk about the power of giving freely.

It’s often said, what you give you receive. Russell Simmons calls it “you got to give to get.” But real blessing comes from giving without expectation.

In our self-promoting world, many give just to get publicity. Yet private giving reaps the greatest rewards. As the Bible says, let not the left hand know what the right is doing.

I grew up hearing “charity begins at home.” But home can be where giving comes at a cost. I had to learn that selfless giving sets you free.

One night driving home, I saw a man asking for change to buy food. Rather than just spare change, I bought him a full meal. The manager tried to make him leave but I insisted on serving him. The man was so grateful. In turn, I was deeply moved.

Giving anonymously and meeting real needs brings true joy. When we give freely, barriers disappear. But some aren’t ready to receive, and that’s okay.

So my challenge this week is to pay it forward. Go to your coffee shop and anonymously buy someone’s order. Or tipped generously without expectation. Just bless others freely.

When we give without strings attached, we uplift humanity. Giving becomes receiving when done from the heart.

Spread some generosity this week. And if these messages have blessed you, please subscribe and share with others! Let’s lift each other up.

This is Jean signing off. Go out and shine bright!