MAY 11
MATTHEW 6:2_Therefore when thou doest thine alms, do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory of men. Verily I say unto you, they have their reward.
A synagogue is a gathering or assembling of people for Jewish religious practices. This particular verse refers to the building where the crowd gathers.
Jesus says hypocrites make certain they sound their trumpets in the synagogues. If they give the largest financial contribution, they want it known! In some synagogues, the best seat in the house was reserved for the largest giver. It was known to the entire gathering why that particular person sat in that particular seat.
Jesus said synagogues weren’t enough for the hypocrites – they also sound their trumpets in the streets. Streets are public places where anyone is allowed. Streets are not exclusive to Jews or Gentiles (although some may be preferences of a certain group). Streets are a much larger and broader way to be sure your charitable deeds are known.
Charitable deeds and contributions are good things. Whenever you can – be generous in deeds and money.
Be careful of self-glory. It is always a snare.
PRAYER
Dear Heavenly Father, Please give me a generous heart and show me how to use it. In the powerful name of Jesus, Amen.
Christ is generous and kind—He will teach me to be!
The Works of Her Hands 