We all long for fulfillment—meaningful relationships, prosperity, good health, and the blessings that help us reach our fullest potential. In John 10:10, Jesus reminds us that he came to offer a life that is not just abundant but more than abundant. We all understand this on some level because deep within, there’s a part of us that yearns for more. We may feel thankful for what we have, but there’s always a longing to expand, to grow, and to receive blessings that bring us closer to who we are meant to be.

But how do we experience that increase in our lives? Jesus made it clear that there is a law—the Law of Giving and Receiving—that unlocks the abundance we seek. It’s not about wishful thinking or waiting for things to happen by chance. No, God’s kingdom operates on principles that are rooted in His divine order.

God, being a God of order, has structured everything in creation with intention and perfection. Nothing in this universe happens randomly. Every detail, from the smallest atom to the greatest star, exists because of God’s perfect design. And because of this, every law He set in motion, including the Law of Giving and Receiving, functions with precision and consistency.

Think of the Law of Gravity. We all know that if we jump from a high place, we won’t float in the air—we’ll hit the ground. This law is absolute, unaffected by how we feel about it. Similarly, the Law of Giving and Receiving operates with the same precision. It’s a law that guarantees that when we give, we will receive in return.

Jesus teaches this powerful principle in Luke 6:38 (NLT): “Give, and it will be given to you: a good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over.” This is not just about the physical act of giving; it’s a divine principle that shapes our lives and determines the level of abundance we experience. God commands us to be generous, and generosity creates a landing strip for His blessings to land. More than any other law, the Law of Giving and Receiving impacts the level of abundance we receive and live.

When we give—whether it’s our time, talents, or resources—we’re not only showing kindness; we’re creating a pathway for God’s blessings to flow into our lives. Giving makes room for God to pour out His abundance, but it requires a generous heart. This is an act of faith. Sometimes, our answers to prayer are delayed not because God is withholding them from us, but because we are withholding them from ourselves. Our minds may not be renewed about giving, and we have not followed the example of Christ as closely in this area as we should. Often, we hold so tightly to our funds because we believe our security is in money, not in God. This conveys that our faith isn’t where it needs to be, and we need to make a shift.

In Malachi 3:10 (NLT), God tells us: “Bring all the tithes into the storehouse so there will be enough food in my Temple. If you do,” says the Lord of Heaven’s Armies, “I will open the windows of heaven for you. I will pour out a blessing so great you won’t have enough room to take it in! Try it! Put me to the test!” God blesses us exceedingly, abundantly, above anything we could ask or think. Even on our worst day, we’re overflowing with potential. When we pour into His Kingdom, it is an act of faith that demonstrates our gratitude towards Him. It is us blessing Him back for all the ways in which He has blessed us. This produces increase in our lives because God rewards us for our giving. It becomes a cycle of continuous giving and receiving, and this is His Will for us.

But we often make all kinds of excuses not to tithe: “That’s an Old Testament practice…” we say. “We don’t have to do that because we’re under the administration of grace.” However, Jesus Christ teaches us in Luke 12:48 that to whom much is given, much is required. Under God’s amazing grace, we are given more than we can ever fully live out. We have unlimited potential because we’ve received the gift of the Holy Spirit, and he dwells within us. It’s only natural, and in God’s divine order, that more would be expected of us than those living in Old Testament times. As sons and daughters of God, we should view it as our greatest privilege to sow into His Kingdom. When we don’t have this viewpoint, our lives will reflect it.

In God’s kingdom, generosity expands the borders of our lives. Proverbs 11:24 (NLT) says: “The world of the generous gets larger and larger; the world of the stingy gets smaller and smaller.” Our generosity makes room for more blessings, more opportunities, and more growth, but when we hold onto things tightly, we shrink our world. We need to let go and trust in God’s provision, then we can create space for abundance to multiply.

As Proverbs 11:25 (NLT) tells us: “A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.” When we give to others, we open ourselves to the very blessings we seek. We become a vessel that carries goodness and grace, and in return, we are refreshed by the very same kindness we extend.

But God is after more than just obligatory giving. He desires that we give with joy, not out of compulsion or reluctance. 2 Corinthians 9:7 (NLT) makes this clear: “You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.” The attitude with which we give matters. When we give cheerfully, we align our hearts with God’s Will, and that’s where the real blessing lies.

Paul illustrates this principle further in 2 Corinthians 9:6 (NLT): “Remember this: A farmer who plants only a few seeds will get a small crop. But the one who plants generously will get a generous crop.” What we sow determines what we reap. If we want to experience a generous harvest in our lives, we must sow generously.

And let’s not forget the most profound truth about giving: Acts 20:35 (NLT) reminds us: “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” In God’s economy, giving isn’t just about getting something in return; it’s about the joy and blessing that comes from the very act of giving. There is an inherent fulfillment that comes from meeting the needs of others, and in turn, we experience the deepest blessings of all.

Let’s be intentional about how we live, give, and bless others. The Law of Giving and Receiving is not just a principle for our material blessings, but a pathway to spiritual abundance as well. When we live with a generous heart, trusting in God’s provision, we unlock the door to a life that is truly more than abundant—just as Jesus promised. ■

Scripture quotations marked (NLT) are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Wheaton, Illinois 60189. All rights reserved.

“The Law of Giving and Receiving”, written for Springfield Fellowship © 2025. All rights reserved. All praise and honor to God through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.