53: Generosity in Humility

Reflections on Generosity

03-06-2024 • 4 mins

"...pride is to be feared even when we do right actions, lest those things which are done in a praiseworthy manner be spoiled by the desire for praise itself."

I sought wisdom from Augustine.  First, from Augustine’s book, On the Happy Life, published in 386 AD.  And, then from his letter 118, written in 410 AD.

Reflection questions:

  • How often are we confronted with the mountain of pride in how we carry out your fund development work?


  • How can we lead with humility in our generosity?


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