In the second of two talks on money as our new financial year begins we’re turning our attention to the NT view of money. In 2 Corinthians 9 Paul appeals to the church in Corinth to give generously to the struggling church in Jerusalem. It’s a passage which tells us much about what Christian giving is all about. It’s rooted in love. Love from God and love for one another is the basis for all Christian generosity. And it means that to be a Christian is to be a giver. It is part of our new identity. But not just a giver, a giver of reckless generosity. We’re called to give abundantly. And whilst we don’t give in order to receive, God’s promise is that when we give abundantly we will receive abundantly: not necessarily materially (although God will always look after all our material needs), but also spiritually. Giving money away robs it of much of its power and frees from anxiety and joyful abundant living. Just like we’re meant to be!