When the rich poured their hefty gifts into the treasury, they did not receive any recognition nor accolade from Jesus, but a poor widow who gave two small coins has been immortalized as the model of generosity. (Lk 21: 1-4). Why? Because she gave from her poverty, not from her abundance. This kind of giving says that love does not count the cost, and that trust assures that in some way these coins will be replaced. It's not uncommon for a double-sized gift to appear out of the blue when one has given the last coin. The "coin" might not be just money, but time, advice, a kind word, a smile, a hand shake, a hug...something that on the surface is just "a small coin", but to the recipient, a treasure. No "coin" is too small when given with love and trust.
Bro. Rene
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