We want to avoid any criticism of the way we administer this liberal gift [of money you have given for the Christians in Jerusalem]. For we are taking pains to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord but also in the eyes of men. —2 Corinthians 8:20-21.
We want to be generous in helping others in need, especially those who are part of our Christian family. Generosity reflects how deeply God’s loving gifts have touched our hearts. At the same time, those who are entrusted with stewardship to lead in this benevolent giving and to bless others must carefully heed the example and call of the Apostle Paul. God’s leaders must be circumspect in the way they handle and contribute by God’s people for efforts to bless others in Jesus’ name. They must take great “pains to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord but also in the eyes of men.”