Jesus promised that if we give, it will be given to us. That verse has been used countless times to ask people to give financially to a church or a ministry. However, does that verse apply to giving monetarily? Or does it apply in different ways?

As Abram returned from his "adventures" in Egypt, he found himself even wealthier than he was before he went. His nephew, Lot, prospered along with Abram. In fact, they prospered so greatly that the land couldn't sustain their combined livestock. Abram gave Lot his pick of land. Lot made a choice that turned out to be a disaster for him and his family.

The bible says that the human heart is deceitful and will lie to us; therefore, it's very difficult for us to see what's really going on inside of our hearts. The good news is that Jesus tells us about a mirror for our souls that reveals what's really happening deep inside.