Mark 12:43-44 “Calling his disciples to him, Jesus said, "I tell you the truth, this poor widow has put more into the treasury than all the others. They all gave out of their wealth; but she, out of her poverty, put in everything—all she had to live on."

In Mark 12:41-44 we read that there was a collection box at the temple where crowds would go to give their money. Jesus sat and watched all the wealthy people come and drop in large amounts of money. Then came a poor widow who dropped in two coins. Jesus explained to his disciples how her donation was greater than all those that came before her, because she gave all she had. While others gave a portion of their income, she gave it all.

Being good is not just about giving money, but giving from the heart. The woman sacrificed her money in order to do good. Goodness is a fruit of the spirit, because it takes effort to cultivate. Being good is not necessarily about making easy choices. Goodness comes from a place in our hearts. It comes from a focus on God and not a focus on what the world tells us is good. Pray this week for God to show you true goodness. Ask Him to help the fruit of goodness to grow in your heart so you can treat others well. Ask Him to give you insight into your behavior and see how others are affected by your actions.