Welcome to Radio Free Monday for the week of May 5, 2025. RFM posts links to peoples' personal fundraisers asking for community assistance, on Tumblr, Dreamwidth, and the Fediverse.
NOTE: I'm going to be on vacation next week, so the next RFM will be on May 19, 2025.
## ==== Ways to give ====
Reddit user nachonaco is a nonbinary trans guy raising funds to help them get through to their next paycheck. They are trying to get back on my feet after a few medical issues and car troubles. Share and support the fundraiser on Paypal, or on CashApp - username nachonaco.
## ==== Recurring needs ====
Transgendz is the sole provider for itself and it's roommates. Transgendz is raising funds for food, bills and cancer treatment. Read more, reblog, and support the fundraiser here.
Remy continues to experience homelessness after domestic violence and while awaiting a court date. They haven't received any donations in about a month and are currently living on the street, having been turned away from the only shelter in the area they qualify for after experiencing violence there. Read more, share, and support the fundraiser here.
Chingaderita is still trying to find a job. Her family needs food, money for transportation, and for medical appointments. Chingaderita urgently needs her medications - she's been 2 weeks without them. Read more, reblog, and support the fundraiser here.
Loversdoom, a self supporting university student suffering from declining mental health and physical strain due to PCOS, needs of financial help to get assessed and medicated for her mental health struggles. She also needs checkups and tests for her PCOS diagnosis. Read more, reblog, and support the fundraiser here on on Paypal.
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๐ค๐๐๐ค๐ฉท๐๐ฉถ๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ท๐ชท๐๏ธ๐ฆ๐ฆข๐ชฟ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ผโโ๏ธ*But if anyone has the world's goods!*& sees his brother in need!*yet closes his heart against him!*how does God's love abide in him?*Little children!*let us not love in word!*or talk but in deed!*& in truth!๐ค๐๐๐ค๐ฉท๐๐ฉถ๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ท๐ชท๐๏ธ๐ฆ๐ฆข๐ชฟ๐ฎ๐ ๐ค
#Giving #Needy #Vulnerable #Cheerfully #GOD #Love #Jesus #Christ #Holy #Spirit #Believe #Faith #Hope #Peace #Savior #Light
๐ค๐ค๐๐ข๐ข๐ข๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ฉท๐ฏ๏ธ๐ฏ๏ธ๐ฏ๏ธ๐๐ฉถ๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ท๐ชท๐๏ธ๐ฆ๐๐๐๐ฆข๐ชฟ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ฟโโ๏ธ*Love One Another!๐ค๐ค๐ฉท๐๐ฉถ๐ฉต๐๐ฏ๏ธ๐ฏ๏ธ๐ฏ๏ธ๐๐ข๐ข๐ข๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ธ๐ท๐ชท๐๏ธ๐ฆ๐ฆข๐ชฟ๐ฎ๐ ๐ค
๐ค๐ฏ๏ธ๐๐ฏ๏ธ๐ฏ๏ธ๐ข๐ข๐ข๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ฟ๐๐๐ค๐ฉท๐๐ฉถ๐ฉต๐๐๐๐๐๐ธ๐ท๐ชท๐๏ธ๐ฆ๐ฆข๐ชฟ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ผโโ๏ธ*But if anyone has the world's goods!*& sees his brother in need!*yet closes his heart against him!*how does God's love abide in him?*Little children!*let us not love in word!*or talk but in deed!*& in truth!๐ค๐๐๐๐๐ฏ๏ธ๐ฏ๏ธ๐ฏ๏ธ๐๐ข๐ข๐ข๐ข๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ฟ๐ฟ๐๐๐ค๐ฉท๐๐ฉถ๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ท๐ชท๐๏ธ๐ฆ๐ฆข๐ชฟ๐ฎ๐ ๐ค
#Giving #Needy #Vulnerable #Cheerfully #GOD #Love #Jesus #Christ #Holy #Spirit #Believe #Faith #Hope #Peace #Savior #Light
๐ค๐ฉท๐๐ธ๐ท๐๏ธ๐ฆ๐ฆข๐ชฟ๐ฉต๐๐ฎ๐ ๐ชท๐ฉถ*Helping Those In Need!๐ค๐ฉท๐๐ธ๐ท๐ชท๐ฉถ๐๏ธ๐ฆ๐ฆข๐ชฟ๐ฉต๐๐ฎ๐
๐ค๐ฉท๐๐ฉถ๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ท๐ชท๐๏ธ๐ฆ๐ฆข๐ชฟ๐ฎ๐ *Love One Another!๐ค๐ฉท๐๐ฉถ๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ท๐ชท๐๏ธ๐ฆ๐ฆข๐ชฟ๐ฎ๐
๐ค๐๐๐ค๐ฉท๐๐ฉถ๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ท๐ชท๐๏ธ๐ฆ๐ฆข๐ชฟ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ผโโ๏ธ*But if anyone has the world's goods!*& sees his brother in need!*yet closes his heart against him!*how does God's love abide in him?*Little children!*let us not love in word!*or talk but in deed!*& in truth!๐ค๐๐๐ค๐ฉท๐๐ฉถ๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ท๐ชท๐๏ธ๐ฆ๐ฆข๐ชฟ๐ฎ๐ ๐ค
#Giving #Needy #Vulnerable #Cheerfully #GOD #Love #Jesus #Christ #Holy #Spirit #Believe #Faith #Hope #Peace #Savior #Light
*~*1 John 3:17-18*~*
*~*Helping Those In Need!*~*
*~*Love One Another!*~*
*~*But if anyone has the world's goods!*& sees his brother in need!*yet closes his heart against him!*how does God's love abide in him?*Little children!*let us not love in word!*or talk but in deed!*& in truth!*~*
#Giving #Needy #Vulnerable #Cheerfully #GOD #Love #Jesus #Christ #Holy #Spirit #Believe #Faith #Hope #Peace #Savior #Light
๐ค๐ฆ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐๐๐๐๐๐ถ๐ฉ๐๐โ๐ฆบ๐๐โโฌ๐๐ฉต๐๐ค๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐งบ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ต๏ธ๐ผ๐ป๐บ๐น๐ธ๐ทโ๏ธ๐ชป๐ชท๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐ท๐๐ฟโโ๏ธ*In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak!*& remember the words of the Lord Jesus!*how he himself said!*โIt is more blessed to give than to receive!โโ๐ค๐ฆ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐๐๐๐๐๐ถ๐ฉ๐๐โ๐ฆบ๐๐โโฌ๐๐ฉต๐๐ค๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐งบ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ต๏ธ๐ผ๐ป๐บ๐น๐ธ๐ทโ๏ธ๐ชป๐ชท๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐ท๐ค
#Giving #Needy #Vulnerable #Cheerfully #GOD #Love #Jesus #Christ #Holy #Spirit #Believe #Faith #Hope #Peace #Savior #Light
๐ค๐๐ธ๐ค๐งบ๐งบ๐งบ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ต๏ธ๐ผ๐ป๐บ๐น๐ธ๐ทโ๏ธ๐ชป๐ชท๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐ท๐๐ผโโ๏ธ*Paul Speaks to the Ephesian Elders!*& ALL OF US IN THE WORLD IN THESE DAYS TOO!๐ค๐ฉต๐๐ค๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐งบ๐งบ๐งบ๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ต๏ธ๐ผ๐ป๐บ๐น๐ธ๐ทโ๏ธ๐ชป๐ชท๐ค๐๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐ท
๐ค๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐ท๐๐ฟโโ๏ธ*In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak!*& remember the words of the Lord Jesus!*how he himself said!*โIt is more blessed to give than to receive!โโ๐ค๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐ท๐ค
#Giving #Needy #Vulnerable #Cheerfully #GOD #Love #Jesus #Christ #Holy #Spirit #Believe #Faith #Hope #Peace #Savior #Light
๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท*Helping Those In Need!๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท
๐๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐ท*Paul Speaks to the Ephesian Elders!*& ALL OF US IN THE WORLD IN THESE DAYS TOO!๐๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐ท
๐ค๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐ท๐๐ฟโโ๏ธ*In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak!*& remember the words of the Lord Jesus!*how he himself said!*โIt is more blessed to give than to receive!โโ๐ค๐ฉต๐๐ธ๐ค๐ฎ๐๏ธ๐ฉท๐ท๐ค
#Giving #Needy #Vulnerable #Cheerfully #GOD #Love #Jesus #Christ #Holy #Spirit #Believe #Faith #Hope #Peace #Savior #Light
*~*Acts 20:35*~*
*~*Helping Those In Need!*~*
*~*Paul Speaks to the Ephesian Elders!*& ALL OF US IN THE WORLD IN THESE DAYS TOO!*~*
*~*In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak!*& remember the words of the Lord Jesus!*how he himself said!*โIt is more blessed to give than to receive!โโ*~*
#Giving #Needy #Vulnerable #Cheerfully #GOD #Love #Jesus #Christ #Holy #Spirit #Believe #Faith #Hope #Peace #Savior #Light
๐ค๐๐๐๐ฉต๐๐๐ฉท๐๐ธ๐ท๐ถ๐ฉ๐๐โ๐ฆบ๐๐โโฌโค๏ธโ๐ฅ๐ฆ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐๐๐๐ฉต๐๐๐ฉท๐๐ธ๐ท๐๐ถ๐ฉ๐๐โ๐ฆบ๐๐โโฌ๐๐๐๐โโ๏ธ*Each one must give as he has decided in his heart!*not reluctantly!*or under compulsion!*for God loves a cheerful giver!๐ค๐๐๐ฉต๐๐๐ฉท๐๐ธ๐ท๐โค๏ธโ๐ฅ๐ฆ๐ณ๏ธโโง๏ธ๐๐๐ฉต๐๐ฉท๐๐ธ๐ท๐๐ถ๐ฉ๐๐โ๐ฆบ๐๐โโฌ๐๐๐ค
#Giving #Needy #Vulnerable #Cheerfully #GOD #Love #Jesus #Christ #Holy #Spirit #Believe #Faith #Hope #Peace #Savior #Light
๐๐ฉต๐๐๐ฉท๐๐ธ๐ท*The Cheerful Giver!๐๐ฉต๐๐๐ฉท๐๐ธ๐ท
๐ค๐๐๐๐ฉต๐๐๐ฉท๐๐ธ๐ท๐โโ๏ธ*Each one must give as he has decided in his heart!*not reluctantly!*or under compulsion!*for God loves a cheerful giver!๐ค๐๐๐ฉต๐๐๐ฉท๐๐ธ๐ท๐๐ค
#Giving #Needy #Vulnerable #Cheerfully #GOD #Love #Jesus #Christ #Holy #Spirit #Believe #Faith #Hope #Peace #Savior #Light
๐๐ฉต๐๐ฉท๐๐*Giving To The Needy!๐๐ฉต๐๐๐ฉท๐
๐๐ฉต๐๐๐ฉท๐๐ธ๐ท*The Cheerful Giver!๐๐ฉต๐๐๐ฉท๐๐ธ๐ท
๐ค๐๐๐๐ฉต๐๐๐ฉท๐๐ธ๐ท๐โโ๏ธ*Each one must give as he has decided in his heart!*not reluctantly!*or under compulsion!*for God loves a cheerful giver!๐ค๐๐๐ฉต๐๐๐ฉท๐๐ธ๐ท๐๐ค
#Giving #Needy #Vulnerable #Cheerfully #GOD #Love #Jesus #Christ #Holy #Spirit #Believe #Faith #Hope #Peace #Savior #Light
*~*2 Corinthians 9:7*~*
*~*Giving To The Needy!*~*
*~*The Cheerful Giver!*~*
*~*Each one must give as he has decided in his heart!*not reluctantly!*or under compulsion!*for God loves a cheerful giver!*~*
#Giving #Needy #Vulnerable #Cheerfully #GOD #Love #Jesus #Christ #Holy #Spirit #Believe #Faith #Hope #Peace #Savior #Light
Discover the Life-Changing Joy of Generosity: How Giving Blesses You Back!
809 words, 4 minutes read time.
The blessings of generosity transform both the giver and the receiver. ๐ This AI-generated image beautifully captures the spirit of giving, reflecting the joy and warmth that comes with selflessness.Reflection/Teaching:
The Generosity Journey: When God Can Trust You He Will Bless YouGenerosity is a central theme in Scripture. Jesus himself embodied the perfect model of generosity, not just through His actions, but through His very life. In Luke 6:38, we are given a profound principle: when we give, we are not only blessing others but also receiving Godโs blessings in return. But these blessings donโt always come in the forms we might expect.
Often, we think of blessings as material rewards, like a bigger paycheck or a new car. While God may choose to bless us in these ways, the true blessings of generosity often come in more subtle formsโpeace, joy, and spiritual growth. Generosity allows us to connect with Godโs heart, revealing His nature as a loving and giving Father.
One example of generosity comes from the early church in Acts 20:35, where Paul reminds us of Jesusโ words: โIt is more blessed to give than to receive.โ There is a joy that transcends material wealth when we give freely and willingly. The act of giving draws us closer to God, because it reflects the very character of Christโselfless, sacrificial, and loving.
When we are generous, we acknowledge that all we have is a gift from God. This opens our hearts to see the needs of others and to meet them with joy, rather than with reluctance or obligation. In doing so, we fulfill the command to love our neighbors as ourselves, and in turn, experience Godโs love in new and deeper ways.
Application:
So, how can we embrace generosity in our daily lives? First, we must begin with a heart check. Are we holding tightly to our possessions, or are we open to giving? Generosity isnโt just about moneyโitโs also about our time, talents, and service to others.
Start small. Look for opportunities to give: perhaps a meal for a neighbor, a few extra minutes to help someone, or a kind word to lift someoneโs spirits. If youโre already in the habit of giving, ask God how you can stretch yourself and give in even greater ways.
Another key application is to be intentional in your giving. Donโt wait for a โperfectโ moment or for circumstances to be just right. The act of giving is an act of faith. Trust that as you give, God will meet your needs. Proverbs 3:9-10 teaches us to honor the Lord with our wealth, and in doing so, God promises to bless us abundantly.
Generosity also requires a mindset of contentment. Paul, in 2 Corinthians 9:6-7, emphasizes that God loves a cheerful giver. Itโs not about how much we give, but the spirit in which we give. When we give cheerfully, we reflect the heart of God and experience the joy that comes with giving.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for Your generosity toward me. You have given me life, love, and every good gift. Help me to reflect Your heart in my own giving. Teach me to be generous not only with my money, but also with my time, talents, and love. Give me a heart that delights in blessing others and a trust that You will provide for all my needs. May my generosity be a reflection of Your goodness and grace. In Jesusโ name, Amen.
Closing Thoughts:
Generosity is not just an actionโitโs a lifestyle. As we give, we are invited to experience the joy and blessing that God promises to those who generously pour out their love on others. Remember, when you give, it will be given back to youโpressed down, shaken together, and overflowing.
If youโre looking for more inspiration and encouragement, we invite you to subscribe to our newsletter for more devotionals and resources that will help you grow in your faith and embrace the blessing of generosity.
D. Bryan King
Sources
- 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 (Bible Gateway)
- Luke 6:38 (Bible Gateway)
- Acts 20:35 (Bible Gateway)
- Open Bible: Generosity Topics
- Desiring God: Why Giving Is Great
- The Gospel Coalition: The Blessing of Giving
- Christianity Today: 4 Reasons to Practice Generosity This Christmas
- GotQuestions: What Are the Spiritual Benefits of Giving?
- Christian Post: Why Should We Give Generously?
- Christianity.com: Why Should We Be Generous?
- Open Bible: The Blessing of Generosity
- BibleHub: The Blessing of Benevolence
- The Gospel Coalition: Three Ways to Cultivate a Heart of Generosity
- Crosswalk: 10 Bible Verses About Generosity
- Bible Study Tools: Generosity Bible Verses
- Bible: Generosity Verses
- Christianity Today: What the Bible Says About Generosity
- Christian Post: Why You Should Be Generous
- Our Daily Bread: Benefits of Generosity
- Faith Gateway: 7 Reasons to Give Generously
- Christianity.com: What Is Generosity?
Disclaimer:
The views and opinions expressed in this post are solely those of the author. The information provided is based on personal research, experience, and understanding of the subject matter at the time of writing. Readers should consult relevant experts or authorities for specific guidance related to their unique situations.
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Generosity reflects Godโs heart ๐ When we give, we not only bless others, but receive joy and blessings in return. It's better to give than to receive! #Generosity #Giving #Blessings ๐
Know someone with Parkinson's disease? Feeling generous and ready to give to a worthy cause? Please consider donating to Dallas Area Parkinson Society (DAPS). They are in the middle of their biggest fundraising drive of the year with a modest goal of $30,000. More info: https://www.daps.org/growwithdaps #Parkinsons #support #charity #nonprofit #giving
We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.
-- Winston Churchill
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Whoohoo! ๐ My hubby @MistorJogJog has raised ยฃ682.00 so far for his Cats Protection coastal path run in May! This run is raising money for the care and protection of all cats. Once again, if you care about cats and supporting a wonderful cause, you can donate below on the secure link from anywhere! Thank you โค๏ธ
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The Psychology Behind Why Some People Give More Than Others
https://neurosciencenews.com/personality-altruism-psychology-28762/
A new analysis of over 90,000 participants shows that personality traits influence how people engage in volunteering and charitable giving. Researchers found that extraverts are more likely to volunteer, while agreeable individuals are more inclined to donate money. โฆ
ๅต Bloom (2017) [5 min] by Yu-Hsin Tsao, Ya-Wan Liu, Yu-Ling Syu, Hsin-Hsaun Li, Chiao-Chien Yen and Mei-Yu Chen | #Taiwan
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EC8QxEvxu-E
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