GIVING IS NOT JUST FOR CHRISTMAS

Saturday, December 05, 2009


Somehow, not only for christmas
But all the long year through,
The joy that you give to others
Is the joy that comes back to you.
And the more you spend in blessing
The poor and the lonely and sad,
The more of your heart's possessions
Return to make you glad.
                                          John Greenleaf Whittier

26 comments:

Charlotte said...

Beautiful, and so true.
Charlotte

From the Old InkWell said...

So true. Thanks for the reminder.

michelle said...

nice!

RCUBEs said...

Beautiful...the Lord's blessing is like a circle, there is no beginning and there is no end...It just keeps flowing...Funny how when we share or bless someone, it just never runs out. The more it seems to multiply...[Just like when Jesus fed the 5,000 with just a few loaves of bread and fishes]... God is awesome! Have a great weekend.

Cathy said...

That is beautiful, Cliff, thank you. And your music is so pretty.

Cheptoek said...

You are such a blessing. Thanks for this quote.

Ms.Daisy said...

Cliff,
That is lovely - thanks!




~Jean

Lisa said...

God's law of reciprocity is always at work, isn't it?

Nikki (Sarah) said...

this is so right on...giving is a way of living that feels so good. Thanks Cliff. Have a great weekend. Sarah

Debbie said...

This was great and I LOVED it. Blessings to you, Debbie

Heather said...

Clif, I almost posted this on my blog tonight :)

Blessed minds think alike sometimes, huh?

Cherdecor said...

This is a great post! Thanks for sharing.

Yellow Rose Arbor said...

I like this! You and Charlotte are on the same subject! Perfect, not just for this time of year, but all year long!

Katherine

Loren said...

Clif,

This is so very true...giving ....always looking for a way to do this no matter the season!

Bless you my friend

Denise said...

Awesome reminder.

Mary said...

Beautifully said. There is always a need, and there is always opportunity to give to that need. God just fills us up all the more, never leaving us empty.

God bless,
Mary

Cindy said...

Nice poem.
cindy

❀~Myrna~❀ said...

Beautiful poem and a thought to carry with us every day !
Merry christmas !
~Myrna

Dayle ~ A Collection of Days said...

Helping others is key to true happiness.

Ginger~~Enchanting Cottage said...

This is a short, beautiful, and powerful reminder that we all need.
God Bless,
Ginger

dtbrents said...

This is very true. My husband and I have chosen to live a frugal life so we can help others. Doylene

SmilingSally said...

Then, you must be filled with joy, Clif!

Renee said...

Amen! This is so true.

Sue said...

As always great posting with a great message.
Thanks for sharing
Sue

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Saleslady371 said...

Helping those in need is such a creative way to give a special gift to Jesus at this time of year.