How has your week been? Whether it's been busy, up and down, or just plain indifferent, we often find ourselves looking forward to the weekend. In our ongoing series, "Make Room," we've been using the analogy of big stones and little stones to represent the priorities in our lives. The big stones are the most important things like family, health, and our relationship with Jesus, while the small stones are everyday tasks. This week, we delve into the topic of generosity and how it fits into our lives.

In life, our big rocks should ideally be our relationship with God and others. However, these often get squeezed out due to busyness and misplaced priorities. We all have the same 24 hours in a day and seven days in a week, so how do we make room for what truly matters?

Jesus said in John 10:10, "I have come that you may have life, and life to the full." When we prioritize our big rocks first, everything else tends to fall into place. This week, we focus on making room for generosity, a topic that can be quite personal and sometimes uncomfortable to discuss.

Savers vs. Spenders
There are generally two types of people: savers and spenders. Savers find peace in financial security, while spenders enjoy the act of buying and experiencing life. Regardless of which category you fall into, both are motivated by the desire for more.

The Story of the Alabaster Jar
In Matthew 26:6-13, we read about a woman who anointed Jesus with an expensive perfume. This act of generosity was met with criticism from the disciples, who saw it as wasteful. However, Jesus praised her, saying she had done a beautiful thing. This story is a powerful example of prioritizing Jesus above all else.

The Day of Atonement
The woman's act of anointing Jesus is symbolic of the Day of Atonement, where a spotless lamb was sacrificed for the sins of the people. Jesus is our ultimate atonement, bearing our sins and making us right with God. This story reminds us that our generosity should be a reflection of our love and gratitude for Jesus.

The Common Thread
Whether the accounts of the woman anointing Jesus represent one event or multiple events, the common thread is clear: her focus was on Jesus. She saw her act of generosity as a big rock, something that should take precedence over everything else.

Challenge Yourself
1. **Start Small**: Begin by giving regularly and habitually, even if it's a small amount. The key is to start and let God work through your willingness to give.
2. **Commit to a Percentage**: Aim to give 10% of your income through the end of the year. Make generosity a big rock in your budget and see how God moves in your life.
3. **Sacrificial Giving**: Consider making a sacrificial offering that costs you something. This type of giving is uncommon but can lead to extraordinary blessings.

Questions to Reflect On
- What are the big rocks in your life, and how can you prioritize them better?
- How can you make room for generosity in your daily life?
- Are you willing to trust God with your finances and see how He can work through your generosity?

Generosity is more than just giving money; it's about prioritizing Jesus and making room for Him in our lives. As we continue this series, let's challenge ourselves to make room for generosity and see how God can do immeasurably more than we could ever ask or imagine.
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By focusing on these principles, we can better align our lives with God's will and experience the fullness of life that Jesus promised. Let's commit to making room for generosity this week and watch how God moves in our lives.