Beloved, hear this truth: God desires your whole heart. He is not deceived by appearances, nor is He impressed by offerings given with hidden motives. To truly give to God with a pure heart is what He seeks. He looks upon the heart and calls for surrender—not just in part, but in full.
In Acts 5:1-5, we encounter a sobering moment. Ananias and his wife, Sapphira, sold their property. They conspired to keep back part of the proceeds, yet they laid the rest at the apostles’ feet, pretending it was the whole. But their lie was not to men; it was to God Himself. And in an instant, Ananias fell dead. The fear of the Lord gripped all who heard of it.
What lesson burns through this story? God does not demand a portion; He desires all of you. Your time, your finances, your service, your obedience—He calls for complete devotion. Not for His gain, but for yours. For what can you hold back from the One who holds your very breath?
Peter asked, “Was it not [the money] at your disposal and under your control?” (Acts 5:4 AMP). The issue was not how much Ananias gave, but the lie he lived. He wanted the appearance of devotion without the cost of true surrender. How many today do the same—offering words of worship but withholding obedience? Giving part of their time but reserving the best for themselves?
Beloved, do not be deceived. What you hold back from God reveals where your trust truly lies. When you delay in serving, when you hesitate in giving, when you cling to comfort instead of obedience, it is not man you rob, but God. And though He is merciful, He is also holy. He calls His people to walk in truth.
Do not fear giving your all. What is surrendered to God is never lost—it is invested in eternity. Yeshua said, “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also” (Matthew 6:21 NASB). When you give with a pure heart, you align your heart with heaven. When you serve, you honor the One who first served you. When you surrender your time, you invite His presence into your life.
God seeks worshippers who give from pure hearts. Not for show, not out of obligation, but from love and trust. Will you be counted among them?
How to Give with a Pure Heart
- Examine Your Motives: Ask God to reveal any hidden pride, fear, or selfishness in your giving. Let your gift flow from love and gratitude to truly give with a pure heart.
- Give Your First and Best: Whether it’s time, finances, or service, offer God the first fruits, not leftovers. He deserves your best.
- Surrender Completely: Trust God with everything. Hold nothing back, for all you have is already His.
- Walk in Integrity: Let your actions reflect your heart. Give openly, truthfully, and joyfully with a pure heart.
Beloved, do not let fear or selfishness rob you of the blessing that comes from full surrender. God does not demand your perfection—He desires your heart. Come before Him with open hands and say, “Lord, all I have is Yours.” For what you release to God, He multiplies for His glory.
Prayer:
Father, search me and know me. Reveal every place where I have withheld from You—whether in my time, my giving, or my obedience. Forgive me for offering half-hearted devotion. Teach me to give with a pure heart, trusting that what I surrender to You will bear fruit in eternity. I lay my life at Your feet. Use me, shape me, and lead me. Let my giving honor You, and let my life be a testimony of Your faithfulness. In Yeshua’s holy name, Amen.
When you give to God with a pure heart, you align with heaven’s purposes. Let your devotion be complete, and watch as God moves through your surrender.